Within the framework of the Civic Participation and Human Rights Promotion Program, Al-Haq Foundation for Human Rights organized the “Ideas Market” event in Anbar Governorate. The event was an open, interactive community forum that brought together civil society organizations, influencers, opinion leaders, and citizens, with the aim of jointly developing practical solutions to combat corruption and promote the principles of transparency and accountability, thereby strengthening active civic participation and building trust between society and institutions.

The event featured open dialogue sessions with the participation of Ms. Sanaa Al-Fahdawi, a member of the Anbar Provincial Council, who emphasized the importance of the role of local authorities in fostering a culture of integrity and enhancing transparency mechanisms within institutional work. She stressed that involving citizens in dialogue and solution-making is a fundamental pillar in addressing corruption challenges.

The event was also attended by Mr. Ahmed Sabbar Rabee, representative of the Iraqi Ministry of Interior / Human Rights Directorate in Anbar, who highlighted the role of security institutions in protecting human rights and upholding the rule of law, underscoring the importance of integration and cooperation between governmental bodies and civil society to ensure accountability and strengthen community trust.

The “Ideas Market” event saw broad participation from journalists, civil society representatives, and citizens from diverse backgrounds. The sessions featured interactive discussions and direct interventions that reflected local community aspirations and resulted in the presentation of several practical, actionable proposals aimed at enhancing integrity and transparency.

This activity was implemented as part of the Civic Participation and Human Rights Promotion Program, with support from the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), within broader efforts to promote good governance values, expand spaces for public dialogue, and strengthen societal oversight in the fight against corruption.

Open Community Dialogue to Promote Transparency in Anbar