Erbil International Marathon

eness of the Iraqi society to the concept of peace and community building through sport.
2) provide an opportunity for people of all backgrounds and regions in Iraq to work together and a commitment to peace and non-violence in the country.
3) provide an opportunity for the international community to stand up publicly (and running!) In solidarity with the Iraqis in their struggle for human rights, peace and justice.
4) educate young people about Iraq's new and exciting ways of peace and community building through sport, and renounce violence. Erbil International marathon for peace and development will not only host the professional runners, but also sports fans, whether they are individuals or families or people with special needs from both sexes, where they can participate individually or in groups representing non-governmental organizations, government ministries, and youth clubs and student trade unions or any other informal groups, to compete in one of the following races (2 km, 10 km, full marathon 42.194 km) where many prizes will be awarded to the winners.