Looking Back at Fifteen If I could go back to when I was fifteen… standing at that strange border between childhood and adulthood… uncertain, ambitious, and full of unshaped dreams… I would see a version of myself who desperately wanted…
The NextGen Foundation has launched the LeadUp Project, bringing together 16 young people who carry both an extraordinary loss and an extraordinary strength. Each of them lost their father in the fight against ISIS. Today, they are stepping into a…
At the Kurdistan Education Forum (KEF 2025), the future of learning was at the heart of the discussion. The panel “AI and Its Impact on Vocational Training” explored how artificial intelligence can open new doors for students, helping them build…
For many years, the common approach to supporting orphans and children who lost their fathers in the fight against ISIS was simple, give them cash. Governments, NGOs, and generous individuals believed that handing out ready money would solve immediate needs.…
At NextGen Foundation, we’ve always believed that music is more than just sound, it’s a language of hope. A few days ago, our talented youth band proved that once again in the most beautiful way. They stepped onto the stage,…
We were proud to be part of the International Universities Expo in Erbil, an inspiring event that brought together students, families, and universities from around the world. In collaboration with Access Point Company, we helped create a space where young…
Last night was more than just a theater performance, it was a powerful moment of hope, resilience, and remembrance. For the first time, a group of incredible kids stepped onto the stage and brought The Wizard of Oz to life in Kurdish.…
In a heartfelt collaboration, NextGen Foundation has signed an MoU with Barzani Charity Foundation to bring The Wizard of Oz to life on stage. But this isn’t just any theater production—this one is special. The lead roles will be played…
At Nextgen, we take immense pride in our ongoing partnership with UNHCR, a collaboration rooted in compassion and a shared mission to restore hope and dignity to refugees seeking a sense of home. For those displaced from their original homes,…
This moment marks an extraordinary milestone as we celebrate the culmination of years of hard work, resilience, and countless unforgettable memories. These remarkable refugee students, beneficiaries of the prestigious DAFI scholarship program, have overcome challenges and obstacles to reach this…