Ahlam Ahmad Al-Jebory
Addison,IL
Summary
Humanitarian relief worker, human rights activist, and case worker with nine years of experience coordinating and directing social service assistance for, and advocating on behalf of everyone
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Outreach coordinator and case manager
ICNA Relief.org
11.2014 - Current
Advocate and Public Speaker
Various
Chicago, IL
10.2008 - Current
- Advocated for Iraqi refugees needs with local, state, and federal officials
- Delivered presentations at Iraqi Refugee Crisis Conference, Washington School of Law; DePaul University School of Law; and RefugeeWorks Conference on Professional Re-certification
- Received the Inspirational Woman award from the Muslim Women’s Alliance and the YWOMEN Leadership Award from the YWCA of Evanston, IL.
Case manager
Heartland alliance Women empowerment program
03.2013 - 10.2013
Case Worker/Co-Founder
Iraqi Mutual Aid Society
Chicago, IL
01.2009 - 10.2012
- Coordinated donations and services for Iraqi refugees, enhancing access to essential resources
- Translated and advocated for Iraqi refugee families, facilitating communication with social service, education, and health providers
- Recorded intake, service plans, and case records in database software, ensuring accurate documentation for service delivery
- Recorded intake and service plans in database software to maintain accurate case records
Translator and Consultant on Iraqi Refugee Issues
UNICEF
Damascus
05.2007 - 05.2008
- Researched and documented the situation of Iraqi teenagers in Syria for UNICEF
- Established focus groups with adolescent girls and their mothers to identify and prioritize needs of Iraqi refugee girls
- Conducted home visits to assess and document living conditions of refugee families, informing support strategies
- Facilitated attendance at school for Iraqi children in Syria, particularly those without documents
- Developed a comprehensive list of families with special needs and coordinated assistance efforts (e.g., providing wheelchairs or emergency medical aid)
Freelance Media Assistant, Translator, and Humanitarian Worker
Various Organizations
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Facilitated communication as translator for journalists and humanitarian workers, collaborating with organizations including Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, BBC, French Public Radio, Newsweek Magazine, Good Planet, and UNAMI
- Supported international NGOs and humanitarian workers as translator, fixer, and project advisor, addressing Iraqi refugee issues in Syria
- Coordinated meetings, established contacts, and provided story content consultation for international media outlets
Volunteer Case Worker
UNHCR
Damascus
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Interfaced and advocated on behalf of Iraqi families with the Syrian health care system
- Obtained emergency assistance via short term loans and helped set up microenterprise loans for Iraqi women
- Secured emergency assistance through short-term loans and established microenterprise loans to empower Iraqi women
- Established temporary school for Iraqi girls to teach English to Iraqi girls
- Established food distribution network for refugee families network for needy refugee families
City Council Member
North Kadimya City Council
Kadimya
10.2003 - 07.2005
- Assessed needs of rural district in Iraq, prioritizing clean drinking water, health services, and basic infrastructure development
- Cataloged and verified detainees held by Multinational Forces to support accountability and transparency
- Promoted resource allocation to support operational effectiveness and development by US military administrators and MNF commanders
Case Worker
Iraqi Assistance Center
Kadimya
08.2003 - 07.2005
- Conducted outreach to families with special needs, including widows, orphans, and families of detainees or disappeared individuals, to provide support and resources
- Connected individuals with special needs to food and medical relief organizations, enhancing access to essential services
- Recorded and reported incidents of violence and kidnapping to inform response strategies and improve safety
- Organization set up by Coalition Provisional Authority to link Iraqis with U.S. occupation forces
Education
Bachelors - Business Administration
Baghdad University, College of Economics and Administration
Wazerya, Baghdad 09.1984 - 01.1988
Skills
- Very good dealing with refugees and needy families, bilingual Arabic and English , very good communication skills hard worker
- Database entry
- Intake assessment
- Outreach planning
- Cultural competency
- Case management
Personal Information
- Work Permit: Permanent Work Authorization
- Visa Status: No Visa Sponsorship Required
Timeline
Outreach coordinator and case manager
ICNA Relief.org
11.2014 - Current
Case manager
Heartland alliance Women empowerment program
03.2013 - 10.2013
Case Worker/Co-Founder
Iraqi Mutual Aid Society
01.2009 - 10.2012
Advocate and Public Speaker
Various
10.2008 - Current
Translator and Consultant on Iraqi Refugee Issues
UNICEF
05.2007 - 05.2008
Freelance Media Assistant, Translator, and Humanitarian Worker
Various Organizations
09.2006 - 05.2008
Volunteer Case Worker
UNHCR
09.2006 - 05.2008
City Council Member
North Kadimya City Council
10.2003 - 07.2005
Case Worker
Iraqi Assistance Center
08.2003 - 07.2005
Bachelors - Business Administration
Baghdad University, College of Economics and Administration
09.1984 - 01.1988