Unveiling the Landscape

Explore KURDS NGO's Map and Statistics Library

At KURDS NGO, staying ahead of the curve is essential. With the dynamic nature of our area of operation, understanding geographic realities is crucial to effectively serving communities in need. This is where our comprehensive Map and Statistics Library comes in, offering a gateway to explore the evolving landscape of Iraq, Kurdistan, and beyond.

Visualizing Geographic Insights:

Navigate the Evolving Terrain: Dive into a collection of detailed maps encompassing diverse aspects of the region, from religious demographics and ethnic composition to cultural heritage sites and resource distribution. Track changes over time through historical maps, showcasing the evolving political landscape of Kurdish regions and areas like Baghdad.
Zoom In, Zoom Out: Explore intricate details with high-resolution maps, or gain a broader perspective with regional overviews. Whether you're interested in specific towns or cultural zones, our library caters to your diverse needs.

Unveiling Hidden Stories in Numbers:

Beyond the Surface: Delve deeper with our insightful statistics, going beyond headlines to unearth crucial data points. Explore language distributions across the Middle East, understand the religious make-up of Iraq, and discover the economic significance of oil and gas resources in Iraqi Kurdistan.
Data-Driven Decisions: These statistics inform every aspect of our work, allowing us to allocate resources effectively, target interventions precisely, and monitor the impact of our programs. By sharing this data, we aim to foster transparency and empower others to join us in making informed decisions for a brighter future.

Open Access for Informed Action:

At KURDS NGO, we believe knowledge is power. That's why our Map and Statistics Library is open to everyone, from dedicated staff and partners to researchers, academics, and interested citizens. Explore, analyse, and learn from this wealth of information – we encourage you to use it to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the region and contribute to positive change.

Ready to embark on a journey of discovery? Click on the links below to delve into specific categories of maps and statistics. Remember, this is just the beginning. We invite you to connect with us, share your findings, and collaborate in building a better future for the region, one informed step at a time.

Let's map our way to a brighter tomorrow, together.

Infographs, Maps and Statistics Collection from the Gulf/2000 Project at Columbia University

Dr. Michael Izady is the original author and producer of all infographs, maps, and the texts, statistics, and data that go with them that are hosted on this Gulf/2000 website. They were created for the Atlas of the Islamic World and Vicinity (New York, Columbia University, Gulf 2000 Project: 2006-present). The Gulf 2000 Project website can be accessed directly using the links.

KURDISTAN REGION OF IRAQ

1. Kirkuk Ethnic Makeup: City and Environs in 2014 Small | Large
2. Mosul, Ethnic makeup of the city and environ in 2010 Small | Large
3. Mosul Metro Area and Environs: Ethnic Composition 2010 Small | Large
4. Oil and Gas Resources and Facilities in Iraqi Kurdistan Small | Large
5. Kurdish Regions of Iraq: Political Status in 1975 Small | Large
6. Kurdish Regions of Iraq: Political Status in 1995 Small | Large
7. Kurdish Regions of Iraq: Political Status in 2010 Small | Large
8. Kurdistan Cultural-Geographical Subdivision (summary) Small | Large
9. Kurdistan Religious Makeup Small | Large
10. Kurdistan: State Administrative Units in 2015 Small | Large
11. Kurdistan: State Administrative Units in 2020 Small | Large
12. Kurdish Regions of Iraq: Political Status in 2017 Small | Large
13. Kurdish Regions of Iraq: Political Status at the Start of 2020 Small | Large

IRAQ

1. Iraq, Religions (summary) Small | Large
2. Iraq Religions (detailed) Small | Large
3. Iraq Ethnic Groups (detailed) Small | Large
4. Iraq, Languages (summary) Small | Large
5. Baghdad, Iraq, Ethnic composition in 2003 Small | Large
6. Baghdad, Iraq, Ethnic composition in 2006 Small | Large
7. Baghdad, Iraq, Ethnic composition in early 2007 Small | Large
8. Baghdad, Iraq, Ethnic composition in late 2007 Small | Large
9. Iraq Cultural and Historical Zones Small | Large

MIDDLE EAST

1. Middle East Cultural and Historical Zones Small | Large
2. Middle East, Ethnic Groups Small | Large
3. Middle East, Languages Small | Large
4. Middle East Language Families Small | Large
5. Middle East, Religions Small | Large