Under the guidance of His Excellency Mr. Masrour Barzani, Head of the Board of Founders and Chairman of the Board of Barzani Charity Foundation (BCF), and as part of its ongoing commitment to delivering humanitarian assistance and responding promptly to emergencies and disasters, Barzani Charity Foundation has launched an extensive and comprehensive relief campaign to support residents affected by the recent floods in Erbil.
This initiative reflects the Foundation’s continued commitment to providing humanitarian services and assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs), refugees, and host communities across various areas, both through its ongoing service projects and its rapid-response teams deployed during natural disasters and emergency situations.
Following the heavy rainfall on 7 November 2026, which affected Erbil and its surrounding areas, causing flooding and a significant rise in water levels across several neighbourhoods and districts, BCF placed its teams on full alert. Through close and direct coordination with Erbil Governorate and the relevant authorities and service departments, the Foundation’s field teams were promptly deployed to the affected areas to provide direct assistance to residents and help prevent further risks and damage.
The main objectives of this emergency relief campaign include:
Cleaning and clearing neighbourhoods, alleys, and streets of mud, debris, and waste left behind by the floods.
Launching a comprehensive process to assess, document, and register the material damage sustained by residents’ homes and properties.
Providing food assistance and essential supplies to families affected by the flooding.
Barzani Charity Foundation emphasises that carrying out such humanitarian and relief activities is an integral part of its national, moral, and humanitarian responsibility. The Foundation remains committed to serving all segments of society without discrimination, guided by its institutional principles and values.
The Foundation also reaffirms that its approach to humanitarian work is rooted in the renowned words of Immortal Barzani: “It is an honour to serve one’s own people.” This profound message has become the guiding principle behind the Foundation’s activities, projects, and field operations. Inspired by this spirit of service, BCF’s staff and personnel continue to respond to the needs of citizens, particularly during difficult and challenging circumstances.
Field Operations and Assistance in Flood-Affected Neighbourhoods
As part of its continued efforts to monitor the situation and assist flood-affected communities, on 8 November 2026, BCF’s emergency response and administrative teams conducted field visits to several neighbourhoods across Erbil. The areas where cleaning and relief operations commenced included New Erbil, Sebardan, Arab Kand, and Glkand.
During the initial phase of the response, the teams began cleaning homes that had been inundated by rainwater and floodwater, resulting in damage to household belongings and living environments. Working side by side with residents, BCF personnel undertook water removal, cleared mud and debris, and washed the rooms and courtyards of affected homes to restore clean and safe living conditions for families
Following the completion of the cleaning and washing operations, BCF teams began distributing freshly prepared hot meals to flood-affected families. This initiative aims to ease the daily hardships faced by residents, particularly as many families lost essential household equipment and cooking facilities as a result of the flooding.
Barzani Charity Foundation has announced that the distribution of hot meals will continue on a daily basis until affected residents are able to restore their living conditions, return to normal routines, and regain the ability to prepare meals for themselves.
Assessment and Documentation of Flood Damage
Alongside its cleaning operations and daily food distribution, BCF’s specialised teams have also launched a comprehensive process to document and assess the damage caused by the floods.
As part of this initiative, the teams are conducting detailed assessments to identify and record the extent of material damage sustained by residential properties, household belongings, and families’ essential necessities. This process will provide a clearer understanding of the needs of affected households and help determine the appropriate assistance required.
Through these coordinated efforts, Barzani Charity Foundation continues to demonstrate its commitment to standing alongside affected communities, delivering timely humanitarian assistance, and supporting families throughout the recovery process.
