Noor Al Ibadi
About Noor Al Ibadi
Noor Al Ibadi is a Senior Field Researcher with extensive experience in working with internally displaced persons in Iraq. She has held various roles at IOM - UN Migration and currently contributes to research initiatives at Proximity International.
Work at Proximity International
Noor Al Ibadi has been employed at Proximity International as a Senior Field Researcher since 2021. In this role, she focuses on conducting field research and surveys, particularly in the context of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Iraq. Her work involves gathering data and insights that contribute to understanding the challenges faced by IDPs and informing relevant initiatives.
Previous Experience at IOM - UN Migration
Before joining Proximity International, Noor Al Ibadi held several positions at IOM - UN Migration. She served as an Enumerator from 2016 to 2019, where she collected data in Baghdad, Iraq. Following this, she worked as a Community Engagement Associate for seven months in 2019, and then as a Research Team Leader from 2020 to 2021. Her roles involved direct engagement with IDPs and managing research activities.
Education and Expertise
Noor Al Ibadi earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Applied Geology from the University of Babylon, completing her studies from 2011 to 2014. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in scientific research methods, which she applies in her current and previous roles, particularly in the context of humanitarian research and data collection.
Research Contributions
Noor Al Ibadi contributed to a longitudinal study on Access to Durable Solutions for Iraqi IDPs in collaboration with ISIM and CCAS/Georgetown University, DC. This research focuses on understanding the long-term implications of displacement and the pathways to achieving durable solutions for affected populations in Iraq.
Experience with Internally Displaced Persons
With over five years of experience working directly with internally displaced persons (IDPs), Noor Al Ibadi has developed expertise in conducting surveys and research under challenging circumstances. Her work emphasizes understanding the complexities of displacement and the needs of IDPs in Iraq, reflecting her commitment to humanitarian research.