Welcoming 1st Armenian Church in Erbil and US Senate Recognition of Armenian Genocide
In 2019, Dr. Widad welcomed both the U.S. Senate recognition of Armenian genocide and the opening of the first Armenian Orthodox Church in Erbil, asking regional leaders to respect the rights of MENA-region-Christians.
“We are pleased to see the Church of the Holy Cross opening its doors for Christian Armenians who have fled to Kurdistan Region, leaving their homes behind because of religious intolerance and the rise of Islamic extremism… The importance of religious tolerance cannot be overstressed. The protection of religious liberty and the recognition of religious plurality are critically important in the promotion of tolerance and social cohesion.”
Dr. Widad Akreyi issued a statement regarding Turkey’s invasion and occupation of Rojava.
In an interview to the Washington, D.C. based Voice of America, Widad said:
In an interview to New York-based Religion Unplugged Dr. Widad pointed out:
In an exclusive article in the Washington DC-based Al-Monitor, Widad was quoted as saying:
Dr. Widad Akreyi issued a statement today regarding the Afrin invasion and occupation by Turkey.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Dr. Widad has agreed that we publish her contribution to a dissertation on women’s clothing history and feminism.
Dr. Widad issued a press release today, in which she condemned the resurgence of anti-Semitic incidents and asked world leaders to put measures in place against all forms of hatred.
Dr. Widad Akreyi has signed the “People’s Declaration for Mainstreaming Peace Education” and is inviting you to join her on a journey to bring about a world based on a culture of non-violence and peace. The declaration reads:
Dr. Widad was featured in UNESCO-APCEIU's publication SangSaeng in the Peace in My Memory section.
Officially invited by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, Dr. Widad Akreyi attended the third UN conference to review progress made in the implementation of the Programme of Action on illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. In her statement she said:
In a spotlight interview at the Small Arms Monitor, Widad said:
On the occasion of 2018 International Women’s Day, Widad pledges to every woman and girl that she will stand up for their rights and fight for peace and justice:
In a brief statement, Widad thanked her supporters and friends, from far and near, for their ongoing help and wished everyone a joyous holiday season, adding that:
Widad was featured in an article titled “A peacemaker’s advice to college students” published by the Catholic Messenger. She was quoted telling the students to:
Following her acceptance of the Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth) Peace and Freedom Award, Widad said:
In a front-page article in the Quad City Times, Widad was quoted as saying:
On the occasion of the International Day of Peace Dr. Widad has issued a statement to express solidarity with the victims of armed violence and to call on Egypt, Myanmar, North Korea, Turkey, Iraq, Iran, Syria, Pakistan and those supporting ISIS to stop their violations of human rights.
After being named the recipient of the 2017 Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth) Peace and Freedom Award, Widad told the Catholic Messenger that she is accepting the award for two reasons:
Dr. Widad Akreyi issued a statement today on 3rd Anniversary of 2014 Genocide
Widad issued a statement today in support of the Christians of the Middle East.
Dr. Widad Akreyi condemned the attacks of Turkish President bodyguards against Kurdish, Armenian and other protesters outside Turkey’s embassy in Washington, DC on 17 May 2017.
Widad issued a statement today after hearing of the Turkish airstrikes on Shingal ( home town of Yazidis) and
In April 2017, Widad gave an interview to Sterk TV, in which she talked about healthcare system in Kurdistan region, Iraq.
In an exclusive interview to Jerusalem Online, Widad said:
In May 2016, Widad issued a brief statement on the need to have an improved early warning system to prevent terror attacks.
Widad was featured in the October 2015’s 
In an interview with journalist Rozh Ahmad, Dr. Widad said:
On 1st November 2014, the Brussels-based Ronahi TV interviewed Dr. Widad on the occasion of the International Day of Solidarity With Kobane.
In an interview to the Cyprus-based Philelftheros newspaper, Widad said:
In an interview to the Istanbul-based BirGun, Widad said:
In 2014, Widad was invited to write a preface for the publication entitled Pollution Politics: power, accountability and toxic remnants of war. The publication was launched during an event held in London on 2 July 2014, and chaired by Widad.
On the occasion of the 2013 World Refugee Day, held every year on June 20, Widad called for more attention to the plight of millions of refugees and displaced persons.
In 2010, Widad addressed the UN Fourth Biennial Meeting of States, held in New York to consider the implementation of the Programme of Action to prevent, combat, and eradicate the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its aspects.
In 2008, Widad addressed the United Nations First Committee, emphasising the importance of adopting and implementing a robust and a legally binding Arms Trade Treaty.
On 3 March 2008, Widad took part in a panel titled The Impact of Guns on Women’s Lives, organised by the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs. Other speakers included Dr. Wendy Cukier from Ryerson University and Mr. Daniel Prins, UNODA Conventional Arms Branch Chief.