The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Welcomes America Ferrera as Global Goodwill Ambassador Who is America Ferrera? A well-known television and film actress and social activist What’s the Announcement? Appointment as the new Global Goodwill Ambassador for IOM What Does This Mean? Bringing attention to global migration issues Advocating for the rights and well-being of … 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
The Economic Impact of Venezuelan Migrants and Refugees in Colombia What was the economic impact of Venezuelan migrants and refugees in Colombia? A new study by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) revealed that Venezuelan migrants and refugees in Colombia contributed to a USD 529.1 million economic impact in the country in 2022. What does … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Calls for Urgent Funding to Support Humanitarian Return Program in Yemen What is the current situation in Yemen? Amidst ongoing regional conflicts and socio-economic instability What is the focus of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)? Highlighting the need for urgent funding Supporting the Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) programme … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) – Cameroon Mission launches Monthly Monitoring Mechanism What is the purpose of the new Monthly Monitoring Mechanism? Track trends in the implementation of regular migration programs Prevent activities from falling behind schedule When was the mechanism set up? 29 April 2024 With the launch of this new monitoring system, … Read more
The Director General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) praises the European Union’s new Pact on Migration and Asylum What is the European Union Pact on Migration and Asylum? A new agreement by the European Union addressing migration and asylum Provides guidelines and support to Member States Director General Amy Pope’s Support Amy Pope, … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) appoints Sir Mo Farah as Global Goodwill Ambassador What is the purpose of Sir Mo Farah’s visit to Kenya as IOM’s Global Goodwill Ambassador? He aims to raise awareness for the needs of migrants in Kenya He will advocate for the use of sport to build confidence and integration … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and other humanitarian organizations appeal for funding What is the appeal for? Urgent request for USD 112 million Support over 2.1 million migrants and host communities Focus on Eastern and Southern routes Where was the appeal made? Geneva, Switzerland, at a donor briefing on 16 April The International Organization … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and IKEA Supply Join Forces to Support Migrant Workers’ Rights What is the latest partnership signed by IOM and IKEA Supply? IOM and IKEA Supply have recently signed a partnership agreement. The collaboration aims to enhance the rights and well-being of migrant workers in the IKEA supply chain. What … 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