IOM The City of Paris Launches Initiative to Provide Free Meals to Residents in Need What is the initiative all about? The city of Paris has recently launched a new initiative aimed at providing free meals to residents who are struggling to make ends meet. This program comes in response to the economic hardships faced by … Read more
What was the goal of the survey conducted in Cameroon? In partnership with the National Institute of Statistics – INS, the United Nations Migration Agency (International Organisation for Migration – IOM) conducted a pilot survey. The survey aimed to assess the multi-sectoral needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Centre region of Cameroon. The … Read more
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with the Government of Mali and Belgian Embassy, has launched a new regional initiative. What is the focus of this initiative? Supporting the development and implementation of data-based policies Programmes on migration and climate change Which countries will benefit from this initiative? Mali Five other Sahelian countries … Read more
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with the Government of Mali and Belgian Embassy, launched a new regional initiative focusing on migration and climate change in Mali and neighboring Sahelian countries. What does this initiative aim to achieve? Support the development and implementation of data-based policies Address the impact of migration and climate … Read more
What is the latest humanitarian news from Benin? The Government of Benin, in partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), recently organized the voluntary repatriation of seventy-four (74) migrants from Libya. The group included 29 men, 16 women, and 29 children, who were brought back to Benin via a charter flight on Thursday, 27 … Read more
What innovative initiative recently took place in Garoua? An intensive training session for staff from the United Nations Migration Agency (International Organisation for Migration), experts in mental health and psychosocial support, protection, communication, and migration policy. The training aimed to improve community resilience by building the capacity of trainers in participatory theatre for reconciliation and … Read more
What was the recent innovative peace-promoting initiative in Garoua? An intensive training session for staff from the United Nations Migration Agency took place in Garoua. The training included experts in mental health, psychosocial support, protection, communication, and migration policy. The goal was to enhance community resilience by training IOM staff in participatory theatre for reconciliation … Read more
As the High-Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development (HLPF) kicks off in New York, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Director General advocates for greater acknowledgment of the positive impact of migration on society. Why is Migration Crucial for Sustainable Development? Migration benefits all aspects of society It contributes to economic growth Brings cultural diversity … Read more
What is the latest partnership between IOM and the state of Rio Grande do Sul? The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has teamed up with the state of Rio Grande do Sul to run the Humanitarian Reception Centres (CHA) for individuals impacted by the recent floods in the region. Why is this partnership important? Many … Read more
What is the Latest Partnership in Kenya to Combat Trafficking in Persons? In a significant development, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Kenya and Kenya Airways (KQ) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The partnership focuses on addressing trafficking in persons and advocating for the establishment of legal migration channels. Key Points of … Read more