People in Need
People in Need (PIN) is a Czech non-profit, non-governmental organization whose mission statement is to inspire a largeness of spirit in Czech society and around the world by helping others in need and by promoting democratic freedoms for all. PIN is a major advocate of democratic inclusion both in the Czech Republic and abroad, and in its 15 years of existence, has worked in 37 countries worldwide.
PIN came to Iraq in April 2003 and set up its main office in Al Amarah, Missan Province. PIN has carried out reconstruction works in educational and health sector facilities. PIN has also implemented projects in water and sanitation and health sectors. From the beginning of its presence in Iraq, PIN has been carrying out activities in capacity building of the Iraqi civil society. One of the goals of these activities is to share the Czech and Eastern European experience of the transition to democracy with Iraqi citizens.
Capacity Building of Civil Society/Media/Local Governance Sector
Micro-Grants Project [funded by MFA] In November PIN awarded 17 CSOs from Basrah, Missan and Thi-Qar governorates, with micro-grants covering the implementation of the projects proposed to PIN by the CSOs. Each of the projects included an element of cooperation between CSOs and local authorities. One of the main goals of the micro-grants project is to provide Iraqi CSO with practical experience under the mentorship of PIN experienced staff. Therefore the implementation of the microgrants was mentored by PIN expatriate and national staff. The implementation of the projects was concluded in the last week of December.
