Yazidis Endure Centuries of Persecution and Genocide

The Yazidi community continues to carry the trauma of centuries of persecution, including forced conversions and the genocide perpetrated by ISIS, which involved the enslavement of thousands and murder of many more.

18 Jul, 19:33 — 18 Jul, 19:33

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From forced conversion to genocide: How Yazidis carry centuries of persecution into exile

MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS: The Islamic interpretation of the Yazidi faith is what members of ISIS used to justify the enslavement of over 6,000 women and children and the murder of more than 5,000 people.

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Yazidis Endure Centuries of Persecution and Genocide

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From forced conversion to genocide: How Yazidis carry centuries of persecution into exile

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