Why do we choose to work in Mexico, Malaysia, and Thailand? Our commitment to working in Mexico, Malaysia, and Thailand is deliberate and strategic. We select these locations not just based on the number of refugees present, but also due to the unique opportunities for impactful and systemic change in these regions. We aim to … Read more
Rouba Anka and Lisa D’Annunzio Leading Asylum Access Since March, Rouba Anka and Lisa D’Annunzio have been acting as Interim Co-CEOs at Asylum Access, showing dedication and commitment to advancing refugee rights through their leadership role. Rouba’s personal experience with forced displacement and Lisa’s passion for challenging power injustices have driven them to this position. … Read more
Worldwide Displacement and Violence: An Alarming Reality Statistics show that over 100 million people are displaced globally, marking the highest figure ever recorded. With more than 50 active wars worldwide, armed conflicts have escalated to historic levels of intensity and spread. The fatality rate from violence in conflict zones exceeds 500,000 annually, extending beyond battlefields … Read more
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR)’s Global Consultations with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) have been convened for 30 years as a space to exchange ideas, identify policy priorities, and inform collaboration between UNHCR and NGOs. Asylum Access, a regular attendee, participated in this important forum from June 11-13, 2024, in Geneva, represented by Deepa Nambiar, Director of … Read more
What’s the Latest on US-Mexico Border Asylum? Last week, US President Joe Biden implemented a new executive order restricting asylum applications for those crossing the US-Mexico border irregularly. These restrictions will be activated when daily crossings exceed a certain threshold for seven consecutive days. Threshold for activation: 2,500 crossings/day Threshold for deactivation: Below 1,500 crossings/day … Read more
Addressing the Challenges Faced by New Refugees from Myanmar in Thailand Thailand’s Humanitarian Assistance for Refugees Thailand has been aiding refugees even though not a signatory to the 1951 UN Convention on Refugees. The country has a history of providing help to those fleeing violence and persecution in Myanmar. The National Screening Mechanism Thailand’s NSM … Read more
Analysis of Thai Legislation and Policies to Support New Arrivals from Myanmar What are the challenges faced by new arrivals from Myanmar in Thailand? Access to basic rights such as education, healthcare, and employment is limited Risk of arrest, detention, or deportation back to Myanmar How can Thai government address these challenges? Open avenues for … Read more
Volunteer Opportunity with Asylum Access Thailand Interested in Research and Advocacy? Asylum Access Thailand (AAT) is looking for passionate individuals to join their research project ‘Advancing refugee protection and promoting accountability in Southeast Asia through legal empowerment and refugee leadership (ARPR)’. Do you want to empower refugees legally? Do you have a commitment to community … Read more
Introducing Lucía Chávez: New Executive Director of Asylum Access Mexico! Who is Lucía Chávez? Meet Lucía Chávez, the new Executive Director at Asylum Access Mexico. A feminist human rights advocate with a strategic vision and exceptional background in human rights and international law. What are her Achievements? Provided legal assistance to victims of human rights … 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