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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 05/12/2025
At just 21, Aisha faced a forced marriage arranged by her family. Her refusal led to years of confinement, abuse, and isolation. Now free, her story reminds us why #16DaysOfActivism is about supporting women and giving them real choice. Read more here: www.iom.int/ZA2
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 04/12/2025
As we mark #16DaysOfActivism, we emphasize the need to ensure emergency planning includes steps to reduce the risks of GBV from day one through safer infrastructure, trained staff, and accessible services.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 27/11/2025
For the #16DaysOfActivism, Tanha* reminds us what resilience looks like. From the camps of Cox’s Bazar to safety in #Thailand, she has turned her pain into purpose, caring for others and helping build #SafeSpaces where healing can begin. Read her story here: www.iom.int/ZAN
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 26/11/2025
IOM and partners are delivering tents to displaced families in #Gaza amid the ceasefire. With heavy rains hitting Gaza, high-quality emergency shelter is more urgent than ever.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 25/11/2025
Women and girls bear the heaviest burden of violence. Stigma and barriers too often block their access to essential support. #16DaysOfActivism is our opportunity to address these barriers and recommit to creating the safe spaces women deserve in the world.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 29/10/2025
As Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica and neighbouring countries, IOM teams are working with national authorities to deliver life-saving aid where it’s needed most.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 28/10/2025
As Hurricane Melissa threatens #Jamaica with catastrophic winds and flooding, IOM teams are working with the Government and partners to pre-position critical relief supplies and support those most at risk. Our focus: saving lives and ensuring dignity for all. www.iom.int/ZQo
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 20/10/2025
IOM mourns the loss of lives in two shipwrecks off #Lampedusa this weekend. At least 23 people died and 11 survived Friday's tragedy at sea. On Sunday, 3 more lives were lost and many people remain in critical condition. IOM staff are on the ground assisting survivors.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 13/10/2025
In Somalia’s Middle Shabelle region, floods once brought fear and destruction. Now, the community is adapting to the rain, turning floods into harvests and restoring their land. Read more 👉 www.iom.int/ZMA
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 10/10/2025
At today's UN interagency briefing on Sudan, IOM spotlighted the urgent humanitarian crisis: the world’s largest displacement crisis with 9.8M IDPs and 4.3M cross-border movements. Funding gaps threaten lifesaving aid. Stand with us, support action for Sudan’s most vulnerable.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 08/10/2025
After fleeing #Ukraine at 88, Yuri found himself alone in #Moldova. At a Mental Health Community Centre in the capital, therapeutic activities and small conversations helped him cope with displacement and loneliness. Healing begins with support. www.iom.int/ZMT
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 08/10/2025
Migrants drive progress. When supported with access to jobs, education & healthcare, they uplift both their communities and the ones that welcome them. Maira Moita, IOM’s RD for Latin America & the Caribbean calls for inclusive integration across the region. www.iom.int/Zg9
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 06/10/2025
In the longer term, people will need continued support to rebuild their lives and regain safety and dignity.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 06/10/2025
Livia listens, supports, and heals. From Venezuela to Trinidad and Tobago, she helps young survivors of trafficking rebuild their lives, one story and one step at a time. www.iom.int/ZMi
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 05/10/2025
In #Haiti, teachers like Edens continue to teach in schools that act as shelters for people displaced due to violence. On #WorldTeachersDay, we salute their courage & commitment that instills hope & stability in their students despite the challenges. www.iom.int/ZMo
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 03/10/2025
From honoring humanitarians, to forging partnerships & shaping dialogue, #UNGA80 reminded us that migration is not just a policy debate. It is a human story. Read more about IOMs role here: www.iom.int/ZMk
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 03/10/2025
Sometimes, all a wounded soul needs is a safe space… and a crayon️. In Obock, #Djibouti, Kadija at IOM’s Migrant Response Centre helps survivors of one of the world’s deadliest migration routes reclaim their childhood, and hope again. www.iom.int/Zgt
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 02/10/2025
Migrant women face increased risks during their journeys, including sexual exploitation, violence, insecurity to name a few. Despite the risks, women continue to move in search of a better life. IOM continues to support communities to ensure their journeys remain safe and dignified.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 02/10/2025
From Syria to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hatija has walked the same uncertain road. Today, she helps new arrivals find comfort and strength at the Ušivak Centre, showing that healing often begins with being heard. www.iom.int/Zgy
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 01/10/2025
“Even in the darkest moments, hope can still survive.” Jean-Christophe, once a survivor of 2010 earthquake, is now a frontline responder helping communities access clean water and sanitation in #Haiti www.iom.int/ZgH
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 01/10/2025
Meet Karim, the heart behind Payasitas Oli Oli. Once displaced from #Venezuela, today she and her daughters bring laughter and hope to children in #Colombia – proving that even after loss, dreams can be reborn. www.iom.int/ZgV
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 29/09/2025
In Abu Shouk camp, Jamila clings to hope while raising four children alone. Her husband is missing, her home destroyed – yet her resolve endures: ‘I won’t allow my children to starve.’ #Sudan faces one of the world’s largest displacement crises. www.iom.int/Zgz
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 25/08/2025
After decades of crisis, #Somalia is writing a new story. One featuring climate-smart agriculture, inclusive sustainability and communities coming together to build the kind of future they deserve. www.iom.int/ZYb
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 21/08/2025
#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.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 31/07/2025
3.6 million people displaced. Nearly half of #Somalia’s population is impacted by climate disasters. On her visit, Deputy Director General @daniels_ugochi called for climate financing to reach those hit hardest, yet who contributed least to the crisis. www.iom.int/Zfb
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 30/07/2025
We know what’s needed. We are ready to respond. With access, IOM supplies are ready to go. Let aid in. #Gaza
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 25/07/2025
As conflict rages on, over a million displaced people are returning home to #Sudan. They’re returning to widespread devastation and a lack of services. Sudan’s future hinges on urgent support, lasting peace, and the resilience of its people. iom.int/ZfP
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 15/07/2025
Inside his greenhouse in #Kyrgyzstan, Jologon nurtures flowers and vegetables while cultivating a vision for his entire community. His journey is a reminder that migration can sow seeds of opportunity well beyond borders. www.iom.int/ZxF
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 14/07/2025
“When we returned to Afghanistan, I was very worried about how we would survive.” – Durkhani Her story is a powerful reminder of a mother’s resilience, courage, and the strength it takes to start over. www.iom.int/Zxr
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 24/06/2025
‼️ More than 5,000 people have been displaced by floods in Rio Grande do Sul. IOM is supporting response efforts to assist affected communities. www.iom.int/news/iom-ass...
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 20/06/2025
💙 Listening 💙 Learning 💙 Speaking up Showing solidarity with refugees doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Even small steps can make a real difference. Let’s build a kinder world, one action at a time. #WorldRefugeeDay
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 16/06/2025
By reducing poverty, empowering economies, and helping communities, migrant remittances are an incredible force that can benefit everyone. On #FamilyRemittances Day, we celebrate this force of hope, resilience, and opportunity.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 11/06/2025
Severe floods in #Nigeria have claimed over 200 lives & displaced thousands. IOM is ramping up its response-delivering shelter, essential supplies, & support to communities. Humanitarian aid is paramount as the rainy season threatens further devastation. iom.int/ZNL
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 11/06/2025
Nearly 1.3 million people are now internally displaced in #Haiti. IOM reiterates the call to the international community to scale up support and address the root causes of displacement. iom.int/ZN6
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 10/06/2025
The discovery of the bodies of ten migrants who have washed ashore in Egypt in recent days is a tragedy. It is a stark reminder of the urgent need for collective action to protect people on the move and address the root causes of irregular migration. www.iom.int/news/iom-spo...
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 06/06/2025
This Eid-Al-Adha, let us share hope to families in Sudan. Donate your Sadaqah and be the reason someone smiles again. iom.int/ZNM
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 05/06/2025
Plastic pollution is contributing to the climate crisis. It’s a threat to nature, livelihoods, and lives. To #BeatPlasticPollution means protecting the environment, securing jobs, and preventing people from being forced to leave their homes. We must act now!
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 04/06/2025
Landslides, floods, and widespread damage across refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh have impacted nearly 16,000 people and left many families in need of assistance. IOM and partners are working tirelessly to ensure that families are safe, sheltered, and supported. www.iom.int/ZNh
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 03/06/2025
Over 3,000 people have been affected by the tragic floods in Nigeria. IOM extends heartfelt condolences and is working with authorities and partners to urgently respond. Read the statement from IOM Spokesperson here: www.iom.int/ZNp
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 02/06/2025
Let us start the week with a #wordoftheday. Displacement is a hard reality for thousands. Long-term solutions are essential to enable them to fully enjoy their rights.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 30/05/2025
Our Goodwill Ambassador Dimash Qudaibergen welcomed @iomchief.iom.int to Kazakhstan. A globally renowned artist from Central Asia, Dimash continues to use his musical platform to advocate for migrant rights and inclusive opportunities across the world. We are grateful for his support.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 27/05/2025
🔹 60 days since the earthquake in Myanmar 🔹 6.3 million people still need humanitarian aid With governments and partners, IOM teams are responding to the needs of quake-affected communities. Learn more here: www.iom.int/ZNq
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 21/05/2025
❗Years of crisis and conflict have driven humanitarian needs in Yemen, causing many to face their toughest year so far. IOM joins UN agencies for immediate action to prevent catastrophic conditions from taking hold. www.iom.int/news/iom-and...
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 19/05/2025
Returnees to #Afghanistan have spent years abroad building their lives. Now forced to return to a country they barely know, they face uncertainty, loss, and a country in crisis. Read more: storyteller.iom.int/stories/forc...
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 19/05/2025
🚨 Emergency Appeal 🚨 You can help the people of Myanmar today. It has been over one month since a huge earthquake devastated the country, and families still need our help. Donate to IOM and help rush aid to people in need. donate.iom.int?form=Myanmar...
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 15/05/2025
The recent escalation of violence in Tripoli, #Libya is alarming. Together with UN agencies and partners, we call for an end to the hostilities to ensure the safety and well-being of civilians. Read more: iom.int/ZGC
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 15/05/2025
For decades, IOM has helped migrants return home safely and with dignity. We are proud to support people with the resources and information they need to make informed decisions that are right for them.
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 14/05/2025
Economic hardship and a lack of access to basic services are among the barriers that Syrians face returning home, according to a new report. Syrians have remained resilient and innovative through these challenges, but they need our support. www.iom.int/ZGj
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 13/05/2025
This is not just a number. That's millions of people whose lives have been uprooted. IOM continues to provide life-saving aid and humanitarian support to internally displaced families around the world. Learn more about @idmc-geneva.bsky.social's #GRID2025: iom.int/ZGV
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IOM - UN Migration @iom.int · 12/05/2025
“I was ready to leave my country. Now, I run my own sewing business.” Thanks to different programmes, indigenous women in Guatemala can gain skills and economic independence - building resilience in their home countries. Read more here: iom.int/ZGK
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