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| Project Date | July 2026 (rescheduled due to current geo-political conflict |
| Project Title | Ankawa Youth Meeting (AYM) 2026 – “Together in Christ, the Church is a Communion of Life” |
| Benefactor | ACN Königstein Germany |
| Beneficiaries | Approximately 750 Christian youth (ages 18–35) from across Iraq and neighboring regions |
| Amount | €65,000.00 |
| Category of Support | Pastoral Care – Youth Ministry |
| Description | The Ankawa Youth Meeting (AYM) 2026, implemented by the Chaldean Catholic Archdiocese of Erbil, is a four-day pastoral youth program preceded by a five-month preparatory phase conducted at parish level across Iraq. The project was originally scheduled for March 2026; however, due to the prevailing security situation and ongoing war-related developments, the implementation was rescheduled to July 2026 to ensure the safety of participants and the effective delivery of all planned activities. The program was carried out with the financial support of Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) under the approved project framework. The initiative will bring together approximately 750 young Christians (ages 18–35) from various dioceses in Iraq, with participation from underserved regions and selected neighboring communities. The program included structured catechetical sessions, liturgical celebrations, spiritual direction, the Sacrament of Confession, group discussions, and community-building activities, all centered on the theme “Together in Christ, the Church is a Communion of Life.” The preparatory phase ensured sustained engagement through small group accompaniment led by priests and religious. The project achieved its primary objectives of strengthening Christian identity, promoting vocational discernment, and fostering unity among participants. Feedback from participants and clergy confirmed a significant positive impact on spiritual growth, sense of belonging, and commitment to Church life, particularly in a context marked by socio-economic hardship, displacement, and ongoing emigration pressures. |
| Closing Date | End of 2026 (post-implementation and reporting) |