What are the needs and risks facing refugees and migrants on their route to Europe? UNHCR released a mapping report highlighting the lack of protection services Refugees and migrants face unimaginable horrors along the East and West African routes Many experience human rights violations, including sexual violence and kidnappings How severe is the lack of … Read more
Sudanese People Facing Imminent Famine: Urgent Humanitarian Crisis Why are millions in Sudan at risk? Displaced from their lands Living under bombardments Cut off from humanitarian assistance What is the current situation in Sudan? Time is running out for millions of people in Sudan who are facing the threat of famine. The situation is dire, … Read more
Ethiopia Sees Over 3 Million People Internally Displaced What is the latest report on internal displacement in Ethiopia? According to the International Organization for Migration’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), over 3 million people were internally displaced in Ethiopia by the end of last year. What does this mean for the affected population? The significant number … Read more
Geneva/ Port Moresby, 28 May – After the devastating landslide that struck Enga Province, Papua New Guinea, on 24 May, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), local authorities, UN and other partners are rapidly mobilizing to address the unfolding humanitarian crisis. What is being done to help those affected by the landslide? The International Organization … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) highlights the significance of well-managed migration for Small Island Developing States Why is well-managed migration crucial for Small Island Developing States? Migration plays a key role in achieving resilient prosperity According to the IOM, well-managed migration is essential for the sustainable development of Small Island Developing States. This statement … Read more
On the occasion of the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action on 4 April, Erik Tollefsen, the head of the weapons contamination unit for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), made an important statement. What was the message from Erik Tollefsen? Urged for sustained commitment to address dangers posed … Read more
Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan: One Year of Conflict What is the impact of the conflict in Sudan? Over 8 million people displaced Tens of thousands killed or wounded How can we help? The humanitarian crisis in Sudan calls for urgent action and support from the international community to provide aid and assistance to those affected … Read more
The recent report by the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) reveals shocking statistics on internal displacement: How many individuals were living in internal displacement at the end of 2023? A staggering 75.9 million individuals were living in internal displacement at the end of 2023. How many new internal displacements were registered in the same year? … Read more
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and 11 Red Cross National Societies join forces to open a field hospital in Rafah, Gaza What is the latest initiative by the ICRC and Red Cross National Societies in Gaza? The ICRC and 11 Red Cross National Societies are collaborating to establish a field hospital in … Read more
What did the Director General of IOM achieve during her visit to Bangladesh? Amy Pope, the Director General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), completed a four-day trip to Bangladesh. Her visit focused on critical engagements and important initiatives to address the urgent humanitarian needs of Rohingya refugees. Amy Pope also introduced IOM’s prestigious … Read more