WIT works with local organizations in Iraq that are committed to bringing new training and professional opportunities to women in their communities.

Middle East Partnership Initiative, United States Department of State
As part of the United States’ strong commitment to strengthening civil society and pluralism in the Arab world, the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) was launched in December 2002. Designed to benefit all people of the region, this Presidential initiative supports innovative, sustainable, and locally led political, economic and educational reform and women's empowerment in the Middle East and North Africa. The initiative strives to link Arab, U.S., and global private sector businesses, non-governmental organizations, civil society elements, and governments together to develop innovative policies and programs that support reform in the region. MEPI funds over 350 programs in 14 countries and the Palestinian Territories.

The MEPI women's pillar supports local NGOs and women reformers across the Middle East and North Africa in their effort to achieve full participation in society. This targeted program aims to address the cultural, legal, regulatory, economic, and political barriers that women encounter in their daily lives. The program is designed to be flexible and nimble in order to support positive developments as they emerge on the ground. Specific assistance is thus provided that best supports and intensifies this forward momentum. Within the women's pillar, MEPI is concentrating in the following four areas: Women and the Law, Women in Democracy, Women's Rights, and Women's Economic Empowerment.

Institute of International Education
Founded in 1919, the Institute of International Education (IIE) is one of the world's most experienced global higher education and professional exchange organizations. IIE has long worked to implement training programs, particularly through its close relationships with universities, government agencies, and NGOs dedicated to human capacity development. IIE programs in the MENA Region aim to improve understanding between the United States and MENA countries develop leadership in the region and build capacity among individuals and institutions to address global challenges. Approximately one-third of the 20,000 participants in IIE programs each year are from MENA countries. Increasing women's effectiveness internationally as leaders in Information Technology, business, education, and government is a specific goal of a growing number of IIE programs.