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Gaborone πŸ‡§πŸ‡Ό

29.01.2026 11:57 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunset in Gaborone!

20.12.2025 14:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‡»πŸ‡¦

15.12.2025 20:37 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œI was promised a job. Instead, I was sold as a bride.”_ Ma Dai​
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Ma Dai’s story is not rare. 1 in 3 trafficking survivors in Myanmar are women or girls.​
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Let’s stand with survivors to #EndHumanTrafficking.​

πŸ“– Read her story: bit.ly/40I0OPm​

31.07.2025 06:14 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A sinkhole revives debate about migrant workers' rights in Singapore A group of workers who rescued a driver from a sinkhole have drawn praise - and reignited debate.

www.bbc.com/news/article...

01.08.2025 03:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œI don’t want anyone to suffer like I did. If an offer sounds too good, take a photo, ask questions, call someone.”

Ma Dai was trafficked and targeted by online scammers but thankfully she escaped and grabbed a second chance.

Find out more πŸ‘‰πŸΎ lnkd.in/gXVB8YEn

30.07.2025 10:58 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🀝🏞️ Building climate resilience takes more than ideas. It needs partnerships across governments, academia, private sector, civil society & communities.​

Watch this video from the 2nd Regional Symposium for Climate Displacement to see how cross‑sector collaboration drives climate mobility solutions.​

29.07.2025 06:48 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Forced to flee Pakistan and return to an unfamiliar homeland in Afghanistan, Durkhani faced impossible choices to keep her children safe. ​

With IOM’s post-arrival assistance, she found hope and a new beginning.​

Read her story: πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/46GzO6u

16.07.2025 04:56 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈπŸ‘©β€πŸ­ Migrant women drive development in their home and host countries. Yet, throughout migration journeys, they can face unique risks and inequalities.

Learn more about #SDG5 Gender Equality through the lens of migration from #HLPF2025’s snapshot.

πŸ”— hlpf.un.org/2025

16.07.2025 07:44 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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IOM Recognized for Decade of Disaster Preparedness and Response in Micronesia Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia, 16 July 2025 – The Pohnpei State Legislature has formally recognized the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for its deep and lasting contributions ...

www.iom.int/news/iom-rec...

16.07.2025 10:57 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Public Enemy drop surprise album 'Black Sky Over The Projects: Apartment 2025' Public Enemy have surprise dropped new album 'Black Sky Over The Projects: Apartment 2025' – check all the details below

www.nme.com/news/music/p...

27.06.2025 14:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A Bangkok Friday! #hyperlapse

27.06.2025 10:59 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Taiwan’s chip plants run on migrant workers. Job brokers run their lives In Taiwan’s AI-fueled chip boom, brokers control everything from paychecks to dorm beds, leaving workers feeling trapped and exploited.

restofworld.org/2025/taiwan-...

29.05.2025 05:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#YNWA

27.04.2025 15:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A bit of Krabi, Thailand!

26.04.2025 08:33 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Almost a month since the Myanmar earthquake, 2 million people remain in critical need.

IOM is stepping up support. Over 90 tonnes of life-saving aid are headed to affected communities to assist 43,000 people with urgent shelter, water & sanitation.

πŸ”— bit.ly/42oKLqY
@ec.europa.eu @iom.int

22.04.2025 12:22 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Australia stands firm behind its foreign aid in the budget, but the future remains precarious Three-quarters of Australia’s foreign assistance budget is flowing to the Indo-Pacific, showing a commitment to remaining a reliable partner as USAID cuts bite.

theconversation.com/australia-st...

26.03.2025 07:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Eight years on, the #Rohingya crisis is sadly out of the spotlight. But the needs are immense, and no one should endure prolonged displacement without sustainable solutions.

We join @unhcr.org and partners in calling for sustained funding for life-saving aid. www.iom.int/Zpb

25.03.2025 08:31 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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2024 was Deadliest Year on Record for Migrants in Asia: New IOM Data Bangkok, 24 March – At least 2,514 people died in 2024 across Asia’s migration routes, making it the deadliest year on record, according to new data collected by the International Organization for Mig...

β€œNo one should lose their life in pursuit of safety or a better future. Every life lost on migration routes in Asia, or anywhere else, is a stark reminder of the urgent need for safe and regular migration pathways.” Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, Iori Kato.

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shorturl.at/BmxOp

25.03.2025 04:20 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us in welcoming Sergio Murilo!​

​As an IOM Youth Changemaker, he is passionate about raising awareness on disaster-induced migration.​​

Having seen disaster impacts in Brazil, he advocates for accessible information to empower communities.​

πŸ”—Learn more: iom.int/ZqK

21.03.2025 04:03 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Extreme weather and desertification in Mongolia drive livestock losses, food insecurity, and migration among vulnerable populations.

Discover the award-winning photos from @IOMMongolia's 2024 contest, capturing these stories.

View the πŸ“Έ collection here: bit.ly/41Sh8OW

17.03.2025 02:50 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Join our Goodwill Ambassador Dimash this Ramadan and #SharetheBlessings with families affected by conflict and disaster.

We have the power to make a real difference!

Let’s come together and support those who need it most.

bit.ly/4iCOoyy

14.03.2025 06:56 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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IOM’s Chief of Mission in China, Li Wen, spoke with CGTN about China’s diplomatic modernization, migration management, global talent attraction, and its new visa-free policy.

πŸ“Ί Watch the full interview: shorturl.at/MrZgf

#Migration #China #VisaPolicy #IOM

12.03.2025 04:18 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What happens when communities face rising seas and climate crises? 🌊

In Sikaiana, Solomon Islands, the local community is addressing the impacts of #ClimateChange. As part of their adaptation efforts, migration may be considered as one of the options.

Watch the full version: youtu.be/oBnmNYdVZCQ

12.03.2025 09:34 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌏🀝 Japan Pledges USD 55 Million to Support IOM's Global OperationsπŸ’™

This funding will aid migrants, refugees, and displaced communities facing crises in 33 countries.

IOM deeply appreciates Japan’s unwavering support.

πŸ”—https://shorturl.at/z7I5V

13.03.2025 02:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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New film telling the story of the struggles of migrant workers Laura Carreira's film 'On Falling' explores the insecurity and pressures of migrant working life.

www.bbc.com/news/article...

14.03.2025 06:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌏 What type of migration defines the #AsiaPacific region?​
πŸ”Ή South-South migration dominates, with labour migration as the main driver.​
πŸ”Ή Irregular migration is also significant in the region due to limited regular pathways.​

More details: bit.ly/AP-Migration...

26.02.2025 04:34 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Nearly 9 million Afghans were impacted by climate hazards last year, with over 500K displaced and countless livelihoods disrupted.
IOM Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) has launched the first nationwide study to assess climate vulnerability across #Afghanistan.
Press Release πŸ‘‰ shorturl.at/aO8Ea

27.02.2025 08:38 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Why is Spain’s economy booming? Thanks to migration – which proves xenophobia doesn’t pay | MarΓ­a RamΓ­rez With Spanish GDP growth leading Europe last year, diversity is making us richer – not only financially but culturally, too, says journalist MarΓ­a RamΓ­rez

www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

20.02.2025 11:52 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Stories that offer a glimpse into our work, the communities we support, our valued partners, and the donors who generously support affected populations worldwide.

Please take a peek... πŸ‘‰πŸΎ lnkd.in/ggKx798a

24.02.2025 06:32 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0