Civic engagement, revolution, disillusionment: The Iraqi youth facing their country’s deadlock

Iraq is currently in the midst of a deep political, economic and social deadlock, spearheaded by overlaying confessional, ethnic and territorial divisions. Its youth (18-32 years old), who represents 39% of the 39 million Iraqi inhabitants in 2019, is left to fend for itself in this series of crises. It lacks a clear horizon for a hopeful economic recovery after decades of war. This diverse youth engages through various ways to try to emancipate itself from these multiple crises.

19th July 2022