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As the world transitions to a greener economy, no one should be left behind. Migrants help fill gaps in green jobs & bring valuable skills. Protecting their rights & including their voices is essential for a truly just transition. #COP30

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New EU-supported Initiative Strengthens Social Support and Reintegration Mechanisms for Gambian Migrants and Boosts Talent Mobility Pathways Banjul, 28 October 2025 – The European Union (EU) jointly with The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the Belgian Agency for International Cooperation (Enabel),The Gambian Red Cross Socie...

🤝 The EU-IOM partnership supports Gambian migrants through reintegration and skills development. A new EU-funded initiative is boosting social support systems and opening talent mobility pathways—empowering returnees and strengthening communities.

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👋 Meet panellists at our upcoming ' #Migration, #Peace and #Security Roundtable' - happening in just a week!

This year, the UN marks its 80th anniversary. 8 decades of working for people and planet. Despite challenges, the United Nations continues to prove that global problems need global solutions. #UN80

The first step to helping people who flee conflicts and disasters is to know where they are and what they need.

With support from the European Union, IOM’s Data Lifelines initiative strengthens the Displacement Tracking Matrix, ensuring that humanitarian aid reaches those who need it most.

In Latin America, IOM and the European Union have launched Prepárate+, a new initiative that puts people and inclusion at the centre of disaster preparedness.

Women, migrants and displaced people will help build safer, more resilient communities.

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A Village in Somalia Learns to Live with the Rain Harqabobe, Somalia – On nights when storm clouds gathered over the valley, fear ran through the community. “When it rained, we worried what might come from the

With support from the European Union, IOM helped a community in Somalia build flood regulation structures, plant trees and restore vegetation to prevent flooding and protect against sandstorms.

Let’s invest in resilience, not disasters. #DRRDay

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After the Storm: Abdoulaye’s Journey to Healing and Hope When Abdoulaye* regained consciousness on a Tunisian beach, he found himself surrounded by bodies: children, friends, people who had shared his dream. Seawater

With support from the European Union, IOM helped Abdoulaye rebuild his life in Chad — offering trauma counseling, vocational training, and hope after surviving a deadly shipwreck.

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#WorldMentalHealthDay

They bear with themselves the weight of journeys marked by They bear with themselves the weight of journeys marked by hardship, broken dreams, and sometimes trauma. For some, there were detention centers.

In Guinea, IOM helps returning migrants heal invisible scars through mental health care and reintegration services so that they can rebuild their lives with dignity and resilience.

With thanks to support from the European Union 🙏

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#WorldMentalHealthDay

From Syria to Bosnia & Herzegovina, Hatija has walked the same uncertain road.

Today, she helps migrants find comfort & strength at the Ušivak Reception Centre, showing that healing often begins with being heard.

With thanks to support from the European Union. 🙏

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Beyond the Journey: Facing the Hidden Wounds of Return Migra When Ampem walked into the New Hope Wellness Centre in Ghana's Ashanti Region in May 2025, he carried with him both fear and determination. For nearly two years

In times of hardship, IOM, with funding from the European Union is helping Ghanaian returnees like Ampem heal invisible wounds through vital mental health support and reintegration services.

🔗His story: t.ly/4GrCK

#WorldMentalHealthDay

IOM Facilitates Safe Return of Nigerian Nationals from Conflict-Affected Sudan Port Sudan / Kano — The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has facilitated the safe return of 151 Nigerian nationals from Sudan through a charter flight as part of its Voluntary Humanitari...

✈️ Port Sudan ➡️ Kano: IOM has facilitated the safe return of 151 Nigerian nationals from #Sudan through its Voluntary Humanitarian Return programme — the third such flight this year amid Sudan’s ongoing conflict.

🙏 With thanks to funding from @ec.europa.eu

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In 2024, 41,779 children arrived in Europe via sea & land - a 25% drop from 2023. Yet, over half were unaccompanied & many faced violence.

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IOM Spokesperson on Recent Attacks in Ukraine Geneva/Kyiv, 9 September 2025 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) remains deeply concerned by the continued rise in civilian casualties across Ukraine. More than 20 people were killed...

IOM is deeply concerned by the rising civilian casualties in #Ukraine.

Millions remain displaced, and urgent action is needed to protect civilians and deliver lifesaving humanitarian aid.

Read more here: www.iom.int/Zgf

The Unbroken Spirits of Northern Ethiopia, Chapter 1: Becoming Maidimu, Ethiopia – In the fractured hills of Tigray, resilience has become both a burden and a lifeline for hundreds of thousands of people forced from their

Across #Ethiopia's Tigray region, IOM, with support from the European Union #EU, delivers life-saving assistance helping displaced communities reclaim stability and strengthen resilience in the face of ongoing uncertainty.

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The lifelong journey of mother and daughter reunites in Tiraspol Tiraspol - Three years ago, at the age of 97, Zinaida fled the war in Ukraine to join her daughter Ludmila, 73, on the Left Bank of the Nistru River. The

Forced to flee the war in Ukraine at age 97, Zinaida rediscovers everyday life with her daughter in Tiraspol, #Moldova.

Thanks to IOM's cash assistance programme funded by the European Union, Zinaida - who turned 100 this year - is able to meet basic needs & live with dignity.

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Today we mark the first anniversary of the IOM Global Office in Brussels.

From policy to projects, the IOM-EU partnership is addressing global challenges, advancing good migration governance, supporting development and powering humanitarian action.

Stay tuned here for more.

EU Initiative In Greece Set To Enhance Employment Opportunities For Migrants With Targeted Skills Training In Key Sectors - Travel And Tour World The European Union has launched a new initiative in Greece, funding a career training programme aimed at equipping migrants and refugees with the necessary skills to enter key sectors of the economy, ...

This is a great initiative.

Thank you @ec.europa.eu and the Greek Government for trust in IOM to implement such a constructive part of making migration work for all with positive, long-term social and economic impact.

#NextGenerationEU

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#Gaza is on the brink.

IOM is ready to deliver aid. We have the supplies. All we need is access.

The time for action is not tomorrow. It is now.

IOM Chief Calls for End to Impunity for Violence Against Humanitarian Workers Geneva, 19 August 2025 – On World Humanitarian Day, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) joins United Nations agencies and humanitarian organizations in calling for the urgent protection...

IOM joins UN agencies and humanitarian organizations on #WorldHumanitarianDay in calling for the protection of aid workers. We urge stronger, coordinated and decisive political action from Member States to end rising violence against them worldwide.
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From Ukraine to Sudan, Gaza to Bangladesh and Venezuela, IOM is providing vital assistance where it is needed most, thanks to EU humanitarian funding and our shared commitment to saving and protecting lives.

#WorldHumanitarianDay

In Libya’s Far Reaches They Tend to Sudan’s Silent Wounds Al-Kufra, Libya – Khartoum mornings once carried a familiar rhythm. The call to prayer echoed softly through the narrow streets, blending with the clatter of

Two women.

Two paths torn by war in #Sudan.

Reunited by chance in Libya, where survival turned into quiet strength, and hope returned through healthcare and community.

🙏 With thanks to support from the European Union and other donors.

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EU Consultation on the Next Gender Equality Strategy Brussels, August 2025 – The UN Brussels Team's Gender Working Group submitted a comprehensive joint contribution to the European Commission's consultation on the upcoming EU Gender Equality Strategy (...

In the UN's joint recommendations for the #EUGenderEqualityStrategy, IOM is calling for a gender-responsive approach to migration that protects migrant women and gender-diverse people from violence, exploitation and exclusion.

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In Poland, IOM, together with @who.int, is helping Ukrainian refugees access healthcare, understand their rights, and receive support during medical visits, as part of the #EU4Health programme.

With thanks to @ec.europa.eu for the continuing partnership and support.

#HealthForAll

New Diaspora Platform Backed by IOM Aims to Boost Ukraine’s Reconstruction Rome, 17 July 2025 – The Ukrainian diaspora is taking on a strategic role in national recovery through the launch of a Global Alliance for Diaspora Engagement in Ukraine’s Reconstruction, supported by...

Diaspora leadership is shaping recovery in #Ukraine.

Backed by IOM, a new Global Alliance empowers Ukrainians abroad to lead in rebuilding their homeland with unity, purpose, and impact. www.iom.int/Zfc

IOM Calls for Stronger Legal Protections for Victims of Forced Criminality Geneva, 30 July 2025 – As the world marks the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is calling for urgent and coordinated action to address one o...

“Until we start protecting people who’ve been exploited, we aren’t making progress against human trafficking.” - @IOMchief

On #WorldDayAgainstTrafficking we call for the recognition of survivors as victims not criminals. www.iom.int/Zfu

Human trafficking exploits vulnerabilities along migration routes and across borders. On #WorldDayAgainstTrafficking, we stand with survivors.

Protection must follow the person, justice must be survivor-centered, and punishment must never fall on those who were exploited.

One Woman’s Mission to Protect Migrant Workers in Thailand Chiang Mai, Thailand – In a quiet corner of a bustling labour rights event, Ma Yin watches as the crowd slowly begins to leave. Outside a community centre in

Ma Yin spent 20 years working in silence in #Thailand.

She endured long hours, unpaid wages and harassment before being aware of her rights.

Now she is helping migrants access justice and protection.

🙏 With support from @ec.europa.eu and Sweden.

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Investing in a Sustainable Future Among traders and porters crossing at Rusizi II, 26-year-old Patrick is widely known. Born and raised in Mururu, Patrick represents the porters who assist small

In #Rwanda, 26-year-old Patrick supports women cross-border traders by transporting goods that can’t go by vehicle.

His work provides a livelihood, strengthens community ties, and helps him plan for a better future.

With thanks to @ec.europa.eu 🙏

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IOM joins the EU in remembering the victims of the global climate crisis.

Saving lives is IOM’s highest priority. We need to anticipate climate impacts, so people aren’t forced to move in desperation. We are engaged with the EU to turn foresight into action.