Erbil-born poet Sarwin Darwesh has made a lasting mark on Kurdish literature with her evocative and rebellious poetry. Born in Erbil in 1972, Sarwin Darwesh
Actress and theatre artist Soma Qasim hails from Sulaymaniyah and has become one of the city’s respected figures in performing arts. She graduated from the
Duhok province is home to numerous archaeological sites, with research and excavation ongoing to uncover more of the region’s ancient history. Recently, a French production
Every October, Yazidis around the world gather to celebrate one of their holiest festivals, the Jema Festival, with many returning to the Lalish Temple in
After a five-year hiatus, Kurdish Yezidis in Sinjar have revived a cherished cultural tradition, organizing an annual ceremony to celebrate and preserve their heritage. This
From October 17 to 19, the city of Vancouver is hosting the second Kurdish Film Festival, featuring dozens of films that celebrate Kurdish culture, history,