Mission Statement:

Aran Organization  is dedicated to fostering a society rooted in trust, dialogue, and respect for all individuals. Founded in 2013 and based in iraq – kufdistan Region.

Promoting Sustainable Choices:

  • Aran promotes a culture of peace, non-violence, and human rights awareness through its sustainable choices advocacy.
  • Additionally, we advocate for democracy and freedom of expression, strengthening the bond between government and people in the pursuit of sustainable practices.

Advancing Ethical Standards:

  • Our initiatives promote a culture of peace, non-violence, and human rights awareness in conjunction with ethical standards in food production.
  • We champion democracy and freedom of expression to foster a more inclusive society where ethical considerations are prioritized.

Empowering Communities:

  • Aran empowers individuals and communities to make informed dietary choices, fostering a culture of peace, non-violence, and human rights awareness.
  • We emphasize democracy and freedom of expression as essential pillars for community empowerment and engagement in sustainable practices.

Collaborating for Change:

  • In collaboration with stakeholders, Aran advocates for systemic change towards a more ethical and sustainable food system, while promoting a culture of peace, non-violence, and human rights awareness.
  • Additionally, we advocate for democracy and freedom of expression to ensure inclusive collaboration and collective action towards sustainable development goals.

Promoting Sustainable Choices:

  • Aran raises awareness about the environmental impact of animal agriculture.
  • We advocate for sustainable alternatives to support biodiversity, mitigate climate change, and ensure food security for future generations.

Advancing Ethical Standards:

  • We advocate for the ethical treatment of animals to reduce environmental harm.
  • Aran aims to shift societal norms towards more compassionate and responsible practices in food production and consumption to minimize ecological footprint.

Empowering Communities:

  • Through education and outreach, Aran empowers individuals and communities to make environmentally conscious dietary choices.
  • We encourage informed decisions that align with environmental values and contribute to the preservation of ecosystems.

Collaborating for Change:

  • Aran collaborates with organizations, policymakers, and stakeholders to drive systemic change towards a more environmentally sustainable diet.
  • We work towards creating a supportive environment for transitioning to sustainable dietary practices, prioritizing environmental conservation efforts.

ABOUT US

Aran Organization for the Development of Civic Culture

Aran is a non-governmental organization that was founded in 2013. its headquarters is located in Slemani Sulaymaniyah Governorate, and is registered in accordance with the laws of both the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and Iraq.

Vision

Aran was established based on the following visions:

Strengthening individual trust to encourage participation in societal development and civil culture.
Developing the theory of dialogue and acceptance of others.
Advocating for peace and non-violence.
Introducing human rights concepts to society.
Raising awareness about the rule of law and codes among individuals.
Promoting a culture of democracy.
Strengthening the relationship between government and people.
Raising awareness among people about their rights and duties.
Aran believes in engaging and empowering marginalized groups such as women and youth in the community. This encourages them to assert their rights, break the silence on breaches against them, and achieve the following objectives:

Upholding the independence of law.
Advocating for freedom of speech.
Facilitating access to information sources for NGOs and media.
Protecting societal safety and security.

Sectors of Work:

Awareness:

Establishing volunteer groups.
Involving students and civil activists.
Coordinating efforts to align all NGOs.
Strengthening relationships with media institutions and building capacities.

 

Tools for Raising Awareness:

Workshops
Seminars
Training and capacity building
Conferences
TV shows and radio programs
Goals of Raising Awareness:

Encouraging individuals to speak out against rights violations.
Encouraging individuals to adhere to laws and responsibilities.
Tools Used by Aran Organization:

Signature collection campaigns
Engaging with authorities and stakeholders through meetings and visits
Facilitating dialogues between government and people
Conducting surveys to gauge satisfaction with government services
Organizing peaceful demonstrations
Humanitarian Work:

Aran has extensive experience in the humanitarian field, particularly in supporting vulnerable groups such as women and youth:

Protection: Working to protect women and girls from sexual abuse.
Gender-based violence (GBV): Providing psychosocial and health support to women and girls experiencing violence.
Reproductive health: Providing guidance on reproductive health for pregnant individuals.
Aid collection: Collecting aid to support internally displaced families.
Volunteer teams: Establishing volunteer teams and committees among internally displaced women and girls to provide psychosocial support to others.
Membership:

Member of the NCCI NGOs Coordination Committee for Iraq.
Member of the Civilian NGOs Federation in Sulaimanyah.
Founding member of the Environmental Network of the Earth is our Home.
Member of the Group of Defenders for Kirkuk People’s Rights.
International Participation Activities:

Participation in the International Criminal Court conference in Lahye.

Participation  in Eouro Sense fourm 2018 Touluse
Donors:

Aran receives support from various donors, including the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA),  Mercy Corps and UNESCO.