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A field-based commentary from Iraq showcasing the challenges that lie ahead before a law adopted to support Yazidi survivors of ISIS can be adequately implemented.
On March 1, 2021, the Iraqi parliament passed the Yazidi [Female] Survivors Bill, a law aimed at aiding survivors of the Islamic State (ISIS) after the terrorist group systematically targeted thousands of women and girls, forcing them into sexual slavery. The landmark bill, which formally recognises the Yazidi genocide, calls for the compensation and rehabilitation of survivors. While this move was widely applauded, questions remain as to how swiftly and efficiently it can be put into effect as the Yazidi community continues to face pressing needs.