Here are three success stories from Iraq that you may not read in your local paper. Iraq prepares for H1N1 flu pandemic. Clean water restored to Iraqi villages. Microgrants restores business around Samarra’s Golden Mosque.
Microgrants Assist Growing Economy in Iraq
Jul 15th, 2009
As security improves in Kirkuk, the business community has the opportunity to grow. But some small businesses still need a helping hand.
U.S. forces issue microgrants of up to $5,000 to help Iraqi small-business owners build or revitalize their businesses, and they follow up about 30 days later to assess progress.
Microgrants Aid Business Women in Kirkuk Iraq
May 20th, 2009
Kocher will be using her business to do more than just make juice; she will be training a new group of 10 women every two weeks on how to make their own juices and desserts, creating the opportunity for these women to go out and start their own juice businesses.
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