Our Journey
How it started
The Founders
Our love for technology and Iraq made us launch Iraqi Innovators. We believe that technology can accelerate a country’s growth and provide fair opportunities for all, but in order to do this, we must first challenge crippling narratives and reclaim our stories.
Since 2018
The Stories
Iraqi Innovators began as a simple blog once we realised that Iraqi entrepreneurship stories were going undocumented and mainstream media was too busy reporting on other things.
The goal was to show the world the amazing work of Iraqi startups and tech, and tackle predominant narratives of Iraq as just a “war torn” country.
Our content includes resources for startups and professionals, investment news, women in tech, and more.
How it's going
The Learning
We’re passionate about writing, obviously, and upskilling jobseekers, youth, and women. We offer trainings in Digital Copywriting.
Meet Our Partners
They Believe In Us
We aim to amplify Iraqi voices and provide unbiased media coverage on Iraqi innovation.
Our Team
Zahra Shah
Founder and Executive Director
Amara Bandukada
Co-Founder
MArketing Consultant & Director
MArketing Consultant & Director
Mina Alsada
Project Manager
Sarah Salam
Copywriting Trainer
Aso Akram Zair
Social Media Manager
Khamael Al Safi
Content Writer