Our Story
Founded by local experts, inspired by global change.
NABU is a registered Limited Liability Company (LLC) operating as a social enterprise, founded by Iraqi professionals with deep experience in international development and local community engagement. Named after the Mesopotamian god of wisdom, NABU reflects our commitment to knowledge-driven, impactful solutions that bridge global best practices with Iraq’s realities.
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We focus on priority development areas including social equity, economic growth, youth and women empowerment, and climate resilience. Our services—ranging from applied research and training to digital innovation and business incubation—are designed to generate measurable, sustainable outcomes that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Unlike traditional NGOs, NABU combines the efficiency and flexibility of a commercial entity with the values and mission of a non-profit. This hybrid model allows us to deliver timely, cost-effective, and scalable solutions while ensuring that every intervention creates lasting impact for communities and partners.
Core Values
Integrity
​​We uphold transparency, ethical business practices, and accountability in everything we do.
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Innovation
We leverage research, AI-driven insights, and creative problem-solving to design forward-thinking solutions.
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Sustainability
We promote long-term economic and environmental resilience through responsible business models.
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Empowerment
We champion the inclusion of youth and women in business, leadership, and workforce development.
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Collaboration
We build strong partnerships with local and international organizations to create systemic change and amplify impact.