TucsonSteve
American looking for information about Iraq
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Registration: 16 October 2014
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Language Tutor by drr08
Hello all in Erbil! I will likely be moving to Kurdistan in the next month or so and am interested in getting a tutor for Kurdish language or (better yet) Iraqi Arabic. If anyone has any names or suggestions, I would be eternally grateful as I know ...
I definitely want to learn Kurdish! Are you able to tutor/teach? Are you in or near Erbil? Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
Thank you! It appears that there are significant differences between the two cities - Erbil and Suli. I am learning so much from the blog, much more than I expected possible. The personal touch by way of sharing perspectives is particularly ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
I do not frequent bars, as a rule, just occasionally. I would definitely want to develop friendships with people who are from the region, especially Kurdish folks, to be honest. I would be more than a little disappointed in myself, and the ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
Again, your input is very helpful to me. I have had a keen interest in the region because of the Kurds and their history for a very long time. I would have been interested in relocating to Kurdistan years ago, after I learned about Saddam ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
That is very helpful, indeed, especially as I am enthusiastically and happily considering a position as a teacher at one of the schools in Erbil. Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
Bob, Thanks, again! I may have missed an introduction earlier, but I am very curious about you, personally. I am wondering if you are British, American, or otherwise 'western', for starters. You are obviously wise and knowledgable on many ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
I truly appreciate your honest assessment from the viewpoint of an ex-pat actually living in the region. I am contemplating many options, seriously, and I still have a genuinely strong feeling about coming to Erbil. It appears that I may be onto an ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
Thanks! Your input is particularly helpful. I have heard from one of the school's principals, and I will be forwarding my professional information. You are in Suli, right? Do you actually feel uncomfortable at this time? I am the type of guy who ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
This might be a very important time to accept an opportunity to be a part of the Kurdistan community at large. I am not excited about confronting IS directly, and in person; however, I firmly believe in the Kurds, and if I have something to ... Read More
any English teachers in Kurdistan? by james ludwick
Hi I'd like to communicate with ESL teachers in Kurdistan ...seeking info on opportunities,conditions,salaries etc Thanks
Thank you! The list of universities is very helpful, indeed. Read More
any English teachers in Kurdistan? by james ludwick
Hi I'd like to communicate with ESL teachers in Kurdistan ...seeking info on opportunities,conditions,salaries etc Thanks
I am an American trained teacher, and I am particularly interested in relocating to Kurdistan very soon. I have taught grades Kindergarten to high school, and I believe I am best suited for upper elementary/middle school. I enjoy being able to teach ... Read More
any English teachers in Kurdistan? by james ludwick
Hi I'd like to communicate with ESL teachers in Kurdistan ...seeking info on opportunities,conditions,salaries etc Thanks
So, you have a job at this time. That's great. I am trying to find teaching jobs in Kurdistan/Northern Iraq. Do you fine the cost of living similar to the USA? What is your commute between Zakho and Duhok? Read More
any English teachers in Kurdistan? by james ludwick
Hi I'd like to communicate with ESL teachers in Kurdistan ...seeking info on opportunities,conditions,salaries etc Thanks
I would love to be in Zakho! It sounds great to me. Read More