Healthier Erbil is an initiative dedicated to raising awareness about air quality in Erbil. As air pollution continues to pose serious risks to public health and the environment, our mission is to inform, engage, and empower the community through data, education, and advocacy. By making air quality information accessible and understandable, we aim to inspire action, from individuals making daily choices to decision-makers implementing long-term solutions. Together, we believe a cleaner, healthier Erbil is possible.
Healthier Erbil is pretty personal to me. As a designer, I often look for purpose and motivation in my work. For me, creativity comes from moments of frustration or joy. This initiative was born out of my love for my homeland and a growing concern for its future. I found myself frustrated by the declining air quality in my city (Erbil), witnessing my city covered in dust, pollution, and smog. The thought of future generations looking back and spitting on us and our inaction haunted me. I couldn't stand by and do nothing.
Using my skills in design and communication, I aimed to raise awareness about the urgent issue of air pollution in my city. The idea had been bubbling around my head for some time, but it was during my final semester of graphic design studies that I began to bring it to life. In our first class, as we discussed our final projects, I realized this was the perfect opportunity to transform my concerns into real life solutions. What started as a classroom project is now evolving into a real-world initiative aimed at uniting the community to find collective solutions for a cleaner, healthier Erbil.
