Shocking Report Reveals Harrowing Challenges Faced by Migrants on Routes to Africa’s Mediterranean Coast

Refugees and Migrants Facing Violence and Exploitation What challenges are refugees and migrants facing? Extreme forms of violence Human rights violations Exploitation at sea and on land routes Where are these challenges occurring? Across the African continent, moving towards the Mediterranean coastline. Summary: Refugees and migrants are encountering severe challenges such as violence, human rights … Read more

Major Breakthrough: Dohouba Border Post Enhances Migration Control in Côte d’Ivoire

What is the latest humanitarian initiative in Côte d’Ivoire? The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Italian Ministry of the Interior have collaborated to establish a new border post in Dohouba, Côte d’Ivoire. The main goal of this initiative is to improve the country’s migration and border management capabilities. Why is the establishment of … Read more

IOM and UNODC Partner to Combat Human Trafficking and Smuggling Crisis!

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have signed a Statement of Partnership to strengthen strategic cooperation between the two organizations on transnational organized crime related to migration. What does the partnership entail? The partnership aims to enhance collaboration between IOM and UNODC on issues related … Read more

URGENT: Crisis in Eastern DRC Demands Immediate Aid for Vulnerable Communities

IOM Urges Action to Address Humanitarian Crisis in Eastern DR Congo Why is Immediate Action Needed? The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is calling for urgent action to respond to the severe humanitarian crisis in eastern DR Congo The situation in the region is rapidly deteriorating, and immediate intervention is crucial What is the Current … Read more

Breaking News: India unveils ambitious plan as new Colombo Process Chair 

GENEVA, June 28: The Colombo Process membership met today under India’s leadership to shape the future of the organization and discuss India’s priorities during its two-year Chairmanship. What was the agenda? India presented its vision for a robust program to breathe new life into the Colombo Process. The focus was on leveraging India’s expertise in … Read more

New partnership between IOM and Netherlands boosts migrant protections with COMPASS Initiative expansion!

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Netherlands have joined hands for a new initiative. What is the new program all about? The program is named Cooperation on Migration and Partnership to Achieve Sustainable Solutions (COMPASS). Why is this significant? This collaboration aims to address migration challenges … Read more

16 C.H.O.I. Members Enhance Humanitarian Assessment Skills in Training Workshop

On 19 and 20 June 2024, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) conducted a workshop in Yaoundé to support the Cameroon Humanitarian Organisations Initiative (C.H.O.I). The workshop aimed to enhance the understanding of SPHERE standards and multi-sectoral needs assessment methods among participants. What were the objectives of the workshop? Gain a comprehensive understanding of SPHERE … Read more

UN Migration Chief Urges More job Opportunities for Migrants at Americas Summit in Mexico

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) urges the expansion of regular labor migration routes in the Americas Why is the IOM advocating for this? To boost development in the region To lower risks for migrants What are the key benefits of expanding regular labor migration routes? Improved economic opportunities for migrants Reduction in irregular migration … Read more

UN Secretary-General’s Groundbreaking Plan for Internally Displaced People Marks Two-Year Milestone

The Principals of the UN Steering Group on Solutions to Internal Displacement, including DCO, IOM, OCHA, UNDP, UNDPO, UNDPPA, UNICEF, and UNHCR, have released a joint statement. What does the joint statement entail? This joint statement aims to address the challenges faced by internally displaced persons (IDPs) worldwide. The Principals emphasize the importance of finding … Read more

IOM Sounds Alarm on Yemen’s Decade-long Conflict Fueling Deadly Diarrhea and Cholera Epidemic

Yemen Faces Escalating Acute Watery Diarrhea Crisis: IOM Steps Up Response What is happening in Yemen? The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is intensifying its efforts to combat the Acute Watery Diarrhea (AWD) and cholera outbreak in Yemen. Over 30,000 suspected cases of AWD have been reported in the country since the start of the … Read more