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Breaking News: United States Must Stop Deportation Flights to Haiti – Violating International Humanitarian Principles

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Forced Repatriation of Haitians by the United States Raises Concerns What are the implications of the U.S. government’s deportation flights to Haiti amidst ongoing violence? Violations of commitments to non-refoulement Disparate impact on Black migrants exercising their rights Staff Attorney Erik Crew emphasizes the need for the U.S. to provide lawful pathways for Haitians seeking … Read more

Act Now: Paraguay Faces Critical Threat to Freedom of Association

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Amnesty International Urges Action Against Threat to Freedom of Association in Paraguay What is the Urgent Global Action by Amnesty International? Amnesty International issued an urgent global action against the passage of a bill in Paraguay. The action calls on the president of the Paraguayan Chamber of Deputies to withdraw the bill. Why is the … Read more

Breaking News: Africa & Americas Convene to Discuss Global Migration Compact

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The United Nations Network on Migration for West and Central Africa Holds Dialogue on Global Compact for Migration Implementation What was the event about? The United Nations Network on Migration for West and Central Africa organized an interregional dialogue. The event focused on implementing the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM). Co-chaired … Read more

Urgent Assessment for Displaced People in the Centre Region: Uncovering Cross-Sector Needs

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What was the goal of the survey conducted in Cameroon? In partnership with the National Institute of Statistics – INS, the United Nations Migration Agency (International Organisation for Migration – IOM) conducted a pilot survey. The survey aimed to assess the multi-sectoral needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Centre region of Cameroon. The … Read more

South Sudan urged to prioritize human rights during independence anniversary celebration

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By: Sikula Oniala What challenges is South Sudan facing? Conflict, corruption, and human rights violations are entrenched in South Sudan. Security forces cracked down on peaceful protests in response to a cost-of-living crisis. Civil servants have not been paid since September 2023. US$1 was equivalent to 3,250 South Sudanese pounds. 9 million people in South … Read more

Unite Through Theatre: IOM’s Initiative for Global Peace

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What was the recent innovative peace-promoting initiative in Garoua? An intensive training session for staff from the United Nations Migration Agency took place in Garoua. The training included experts in mental health, psychosocial support, protection, communication, and migration policy. The goal was to enhance community resilience by training IOM staff in participatory theatre for reconciliation … Read more

Breaking News: The Impact of International Humanitarian Law by the United Nations

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The United Nations and International Humanitarian Law: The International Committee of the Red Cross and the United Nations’ involvement in the implementation of international humanitarian law What is the role of the United Nations in International Humanitarian Law? The United Nations plays a crucial role in promoting and implementing international humanitarian law. It works to … Read more

Exclusive Update: UN Refugee Chief Addresses Security Council

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Statement by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to the United Nations Security Council Thu, 05/30/2024 – 21:00 What global challenges does Mozambique face? Most devastating manifestations of the climate emergency Violent internal conflict fueled by armed groups Widespread forced displacement Why is compliance with international humanitarian law critical? Non-compliance with international humanitarian law … Read more

Breaking News: 2,000 Feared Dead in Papua New Guinea Landslide, Ongoing Recovery Efforts

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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

IOM’s Expertise Shines in Special Program for Far North Region Reconstruction & Development

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The Latest on Reconstruction and Development in Far North Region What happened in Maroua on 23 April 2024? A stakeholder consultation workshop on the implementation and consolidation of interventions planned within the Special Program for the Reconstruction and Development of the Far North Region (PSRDREN) was held The meeting took place on 1 and 2 … Read more