Following the recent announcement by Pakistani authorities, what is the latest development in the ‘repatriation plan’ for Afghans in the country? An estimated 3.7 million Afghans reside in Pakistan, with 500,000 already crossing the border. Many have been in Pakistan for decades without legal recourse to stay. ‘Repatriation’ involves relocating to a country facing various … Read more
Refugee and Human Rights Advocates Address Climate Displacement What Happened? Advocates testified before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights in Barbados Historic hearing on States’ human rights obligations in the climate emergency Testimony presented by several organizations and experts Why is it Important? Millions displaced in Latin America and the Caribbean due to climate crisis … Read more
Why Movies on Forced Displacement Matter Movies can offer a unique lens into the stories of people affected by global issues, including forced displacement. However, many films tend to rely on stereotypes when portraying refugees. Here are five movies that have managed to capture the true essence of the refugee experience. Io Capitano Io Capitano … Read more
Deputy Director General Lukas Gehrke and Ralph Genetzke, Director of the ICMPD Brussels Mission, celebrated with representatives from various countries and experts to mark the impact of MIEUX. What were the highlights of the event? The peer-to-peer element in migration governance The wider implications of capacity development The role of training institutions in knowledge exchange … Read more
115,575 people seeking asylum will be stranded in “permanent limbo” by the end of 2024 Cost Implications: Impact on Taxpayers Estimated cost: Up to £6.2 billion annually for accommodation expenses alone Refugee Council’s Warning A new report from the Refugee Council highlights the potential consequences of the UK Government’s Illegal Migration Act and Rwanda Plan, … Read more
The ICRC Nairobi Regional Delegation’s Efforts to Promote International Humanitarian Law What initiatives did the ICRC Nairobi Regional Delegation undertake in 2023? Working extensively to promote knowledge and respect for International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Cultivating acceptance for humanitarian norms and principles Targeting religious leaders, academic circles, and others How did the ICRC Nairobi Regional Delegation … Read more
ICMC Delegation Attends Chapels Blessing by Odesa Exarchate What was the recent event attended by ICMC members? ICMC delegation attended the blessing of chapels by Odesa Exarchate. Who organized this event? The event was organized by The International Catholic Migration Commission. Why is this event significant? It highlights the importance of religious and humanitarian collaboration. … Read more
Under the threat of aerial bombardment, an estimated 1.7 million men, women, and children have been forcibly displaced to Rafah, a tiny sliver of land in the south of the Gaza Strip, in Palestine. However, even in Rafah, people have not found safety. What is the Current Situation in Rafah? Military operations are ongoing in … Read more
The International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) has revealed a shocking statistic from Sudan. What is the alarming figure unveiled by the IOM report? 20,000 people are compelled to leave their homes in Sudan every day. Half of these individuals are children. What does this mean for the people in Sudan? This … Read more