Saturday, November 04, 2006

USAID improving Iraq



Before and After Photos above prove the great work the United States Agency for International Development, or USAID is doing:

Another crucial project was restoring the al Korea market in Kirkuk, which had fallen into disrepair. Once the center of the community’s economic life, the market had degenerated and become unsanitary.
USAID responded by helping the community revitalize this important business center. Together, USAID and local residents paved the market road, installed new sidewalks, and dug a drainage canal. The local community contributed over $10,000 to this $60,000 project.
Today, people of all ethnicities and religions purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, and even used clothing at the market. It is now an attractive local gathering spot that makes shopping safer, pleasant, and fun.