Shno Qane Qadar Salihi is a 36-year-old individual hailing from Kirkuk Governorate, Iraq. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Kirkuk University and is proficient in Arabic, Kurdish and English Since 2015 Salihi has been actively contributing to society through various roles within Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). Her journey began with Handicap International, where she served as a Psychosocial Support Worker and later as a Physical Rehabilitation Project Officer, aiding individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals. Subsequently, Salihi joined Women for Women International (WFWI) as a GBV and Advocacy Trainer, focusing on empowering women economically and socially. Currently, Salihi is the Project Manager for Peace and Freedom Organization (PFO) under the JISRA project, aiming to promote religious freedom and belief, integral to human rights. Engaging in numerous human rights and gender equality conferences, she holds certificates in peace-building and human rights. Notably, she contributed to internal policies on gender equality for PFO and co-authored research shedding light on the challenges faced by women in Iraq, emphasising the need for equality, especially in the face of violence and limited rights. In essence, Salihi is dedicated to advancing human rights, gender equality, and social justice. 

Participant in: January 2024 Fellowship: Peacebuilding and Women’s Meaningful Participation in Peacebuilding Processes