When the sun marks the beginning of spring on March 21, Kurdish hearts around the world beat faster: Newroz is celebrated - the Kurdish New Year and spring festival, a symbol of renewal, freedom and cohesion.
But Newroz is more than just a calendar date.
It is deeply rooted in the history and culture of the Kurdish people. The name itself means "new day " - and that is exactly what Newroz embodies: the dawning of a time full of hope, light and community.
Newroz is sound, movement and encounters:
Music, dance, traditional clothing, eating together - families and friends gather, dance the govend, sing songs about home, love and freedom and welcome spring together.
Whether in villages, cities or in exile: Newroz is celebrated wherever Kurdish communities live - as a moment of solidarity across all borders.
For us at ikuas e.V., Newroz is more than a tradition - it is a mission.
A mission to spread the light of hope.
A mission to create spaces for education, dialog and cultural development.
Newroz reminds us that every new beginning starts with a spark of courage.
And together we can ignite a fire of change.
Newroz Pîroz Be!
We wish everyone a happy, peaceful and hopeful Newroz.