What is the International Organization for Migration (IOM) doing to address the mpox outbreak? In Geneva on 30 October 2024, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced a crucial initiative to combat the escalating mpox outbreak affecting communities in Africa. The IOM is appealing for a significant sum of USD 27.8 million to provide protection … Read more
What happened in Lomé, Togo? The International Organization for Migration, in partnership with the Togolese Government, oversaw the safe return of 131 migrants from Libya. Who were the migrants? 77 men 54 women 28 children How did they return? The migrants were transported back to Togo via a charter flight that took place on Tuesday, … Read more
The Civil Protection Authority (CPA) in Lautem, Timor-Leste successfully conducted a flood simulation exercise in Los Palos villa, with the assistance of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United States Agency for International Development Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (USAID-BHA). Here are some key insights from the event: What was the purpose of the … Read more
What is the latest report on internal displacement in Haiti? The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has revealed that over 700,000 individuals, with more than half being children, are currently internally displaced in Haiti. The total number of internally displaced people in Haiti currently stands at over 700,000. More than half of these individuals are … Read more
The COP29 Presidency and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) are collaborating to organize a High-Level Roundtable on Climate, Peace, and Human Mobility during the UN General Assembly week on September 22, 2024. What is the focus of the event? The event will center around the intersection of climate change, peace, and human migration. Who … Read more
The 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79) is set to focus on the critical issue of migration and its implications for global development. How will this event shape the future of sustainable development? Opportunity to Prioritize Migration UNGA 79 aims to spotlight migration as a key element in achieving sustainable development … Read more
Legal Identity Vital for Migrants, Says IOM Official Why is Legal Identity Important for Migrants? Migrants face challenges in accessing their legal identity documents. Legal identity crucial for accessing services and protection. Deputy Regional Director emphasizes the importance. Insights from IOM Regional Office Official Asmara Achcar, Deputy Regional Director for Operations at IOM Regional Office … Read more
Empowering Women Through Education and Training Who are Akila Gonzalez-Parris and Maria Requena? Akila Gonzalez-Parris is a 29-year-old Trinidadian woman. Maria Requena is a Venezuelan migrant. What is Their Common Goal? Akila and Maria share a common goal of training and educating themselves to provide economic stability for their families. The Flourish Programme Akila and … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Kingdom of the Netherlands Work Together for Sustainable Solutions What is the latest initiative from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Kingdom of the Netherlands? IOM and the Kingdom of the Netherlands collaborate on the Community Based Planning (CBP) initiative. The Uhi community receives newly … Read more
The Director General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Amy Pope and Pat Conroy, Australia’s Minister for International Development and the Pacific, have introduced a groundbreaking initiative in Nuku’alofa, Tonga. What is the purpose of this initiative? Enhance support for migrant workers Focus on families in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme What … Read more