Our Purpose:
We wanted to do something to help. We watch the news wondering what will happen to the displaced families, the homes, lives, and hope lost. Many Americans of Iraqi descent have watched for years as their family and friends have suffered. This is for our families, both American and Iraqi, both here and abroad—because we will never be indifferent to the suffering of others.
We are fully aware that it is not within our capacity right now to change the course of Iraq, but we know it is within all of our capacities to invest in Iraqi future and to do our best to sustain a high level of awareness. Essentially, we want to keep Iraq in the mind of America, but not as a country in shambles, rather, as a country with a proud history, that boasts a degree of diversity that has both challenged and strengthened it.

The Graphic:
The arc on the tee shirt is a monument on the campus of Baghdad University. The two sides represent the left and right hemispheres of the brain, and the intentional opening at the pinnacle symbolizes open mindedness and the endless possibility of human achievement. In wearing this shirt, you will be a part of a movement that espouses your support of Iraqis, pride in their heritage, and the conviction that, although we cannot necessarily make miracles happen overnight, everyone can contribute to and invest in the future of Iraq.

The Proceeds and Your Part:
All proceeds raised from this shirt campaign will go to the Rally for Iraq Scholarship Fund. This fund was started in 2008 for Iraqi students pursuing higher education at any institution. Funds will go to tuition money or toward defraying the cost of living expenses.
After the media’s interest wanes, and the inevitable crippling effects of complacency begin to impact mass attitude toward Iraq, there will be many of us who will not let Iraq slide into the background. There are many who have internalized a people’s struggle and will always want to help. These shirts will help us draw attention to this cause.

Thank you so much for your support in this initiative to do our part to help. For more information or further inquiries into our campaign, please go to our feedback page and drop us a line!