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    Albania 41.153332, 20.168331
    EU Regional Support to Protection-sensitive Migration Management Systems in the Western Balkans Country Albania Region Europe Description

    This is a European Union-funded programme implemented in six Western Balkans beneficiaries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey in partnership with EBCGA, EASO and UNHCR. It aims to provide a comprehensive and holistic regional approach to migration management systems in the framework of the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA II) and as part of the EU accession processes of the beneficiaries. The Programme focuses on introducing and sharing EU standards and best practices on migration management while supporting the beneficiaries to develop an effective response to mixed migration flows.

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    Angola -11.202692, 17.873887
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Angola Region Africa

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    Argentina -38.416097, -63.616672
    Promotion of positive contributions of migration in South America through the media and their interaction with the IOM Country Argentina Region Latin America
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Argentina

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    Belgium 50.503887, 4.469936
    Community Policing without Borders Country Belgium Region Europe Description

    The objective of the project is to inspire the Belgian police force, to contribute to the eradication of all forms of racism, xenophobia and other forms of intolerance and discrimination within the Belgian Police force and by the Belgian police towards migrant communities.  

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    Other Talk - Teaching Migration Country Belgium Region Europe Description

    Caritas International and IOM join forces for the Other Talk - Teaching Migration project, that aims at providing tools to current and prospective teachers in Dutch-speaking* secondary schools in Belgium. These tools will build their capacity to teach about themes related to migration, diversity and related media literacy and will foster their pupils’ critical thinking on these topics in their (future) classrooms.

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    Belize 17.189877, -88.49765
    Integrated Responses on Migration from Central America Activity Country Belize Region Latin America Description

    This project supports the dignified reception and sustainable reintegration of returned migrants to avoid repeat migration, linking returnees to employment and training opportunities so they can reintegrate into their communities. Also produces key data and analysis on migration dynamics to inform evidence-based policy-making and development programming.

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    Bosnia and Herzegovina 43.915886, 17.679076
    Empowering trust and cohesion in Bosnia and Herzegovina's communities Country Bosnia and Herzegovina Region Europe

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    EU Regional Support to Protection-sensitive Migration Management Systems in the Western Balkans Country Bosnia and Herzegovina Region Europe Description

    This is a European Union-funded programme implemented in six Western Balkans beneficiaries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey in partnership with EBCGA, EASO and UNHCR. It aims to provide a comprehensive and holistic regional approach to migration management systems in the framework of the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA II) and as part of the EU accession processes of the beneficiaries. The Programme focuses on introducing and sharing EU standards and best practices on migration management while supporting the beneficiaries to develop an effective response to mixed migration flows.

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    Botswana -22.328474, 24.684866
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Botswana Region Africa

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    Enhancing Migrant Integration and Social Cohesion through Socio-Cultural Activities and Community Dialogues in South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe Country Botswana Region Africa

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    Brazil -14.235004, -51.92528
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Brazil

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    Strengthening socioeconomic integration and promoting inclusive development opportunities to migrants in Brazil Country Brazil Region Latin America

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    Chile -35.675147, -71.542969
    Centro Nacional de Estudios Migratorios de la Universidad de Talca Country Chile Region Latin America Description

    The National Center for Migration Studies of the University of Talca is a dependent unit of the School of Public Administration based on the Santiago Campus. The main objective of this center is to study the migration problem in Chile from the perspective of the immigrants themselves. Know from a multidisciplinary perspective their perception of the different facets of the process of arrival and integration in the country.In this way, it is intended to create an entity that concentrates statistics on the migration process in Chile together with information on the perceptions of immigrants; in such a way to be a real and objective contribution to decision-making in public policies on the subject.

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    Interpreta Lab Country Chile Region Latin America Description

    The Observatory on Hate, Racism and Xenophobia brings together a multidisciplinary team that seeks to combat hate, racism, xenophobia and misinformation, through the generation and analysis of data, and influence on public opinion and the media. 

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    Promotion of positive contributions of migration in South America through the media and their interaction with the IOM Country Chile Region Latin America
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Chile

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    Colombia 4.570868, -74.297333
    Barómetro de Xenofobia Country Colombia Region Latin America Description

    The Xenophobia Barometer is a platform that systematizes, analyzes and disseminates as public information the result of the analysis of the conversations on Twitter about the migrant population in different cities of Colombia.

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    Colombia building trust, relationships, and community coexistence, and preventing rural violence wuith a human rights approach Country Colombia Region Latin America

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    Promotion of positive contributions of migration in South America through the media and their interaction with the IOM Country Colombia Region Latin America
    Institutional strengthening for the promotion of labour mobility and inclusion, and prevent xenophobia and exploitation in work environments for migrant population, returnees and host communities. Country Colombia Region Latin America

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    Promotion of labor insertion and mobility and prevention of xenophobia of migrant and returnee populations and host communities in Colombia Country Colombia Region Latin America

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    Supporting socio-economic integration and strengthening the health system and Civil Society Organization in the COVID-19 context and its impact in the Venezuelan population and host communities Country Colombia Region Latin America

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    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Colombia

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    Productive Integration of Venezuelan Migrants Program Country Colombia Region Latin America

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    Costa Rica 9.748917, -83.753428
    Xenophobia Cero (Xenophobia Zero) Country Costa Rica Region Latin America Description

    The #XenophobiaCero Community is an initiative led by various United Nations agencies and international cooperation, created to promote digital activism against discrimination against migrants and refugees, and highlight their contributions to countries of origin, transit and destination.

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    On The Move podcast Country Costa Rica Region Latin America Description

    the IOM Regional Office in San Jose (Costa Rica) produces the Podcast On The Move every month. It brings together a mix of perspectives, involving both migrants and specialists who discuss economic, social and gender-based issues (as well as many more) and how they intersect in contexts of migration. In doing so, it aims to dispel common myths that often fuel xenophobic and discriminatory attitudes and promote an evidence-based understanding of migration phenomenon. 

    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Costa Rica

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    Integrated Responses on Migration from Central America Activity Country Costa Rica Region Latin America Description

    This project supports the dignified reception and sustainable reintegration of returned migrants to avoid repeat migration, linking returnees to employment and training opportunities so they can reintegrate into their communities. Also produces key data and analysis on migration dynamics to inform evidence-based policy-making and development programming.

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    Croatia 45.1, 15.2
    TandEM: towards empowered migrant youth in southern Europe – Italy Country Croatia Region Europe Description

    With a view to enanching social cohesion in European societies, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the European University Association (EUA) and the Comunità Religiosa Islamica Italiana (COREIS), are implementing the European funded project “TandEM: Towards Empowered Migrant Youth in Southern Europe” in Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Malta and Spain.

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    Curacao 12.16957, -68.990021
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Curacao

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    Czechia 49.817492, 15.472962
    Paradigm shift: empowering youth, teachers, youth professionals and journalists in contributing to social inclusive societies Country Czechia Region Europe Description

    Social and Community Cohesion

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    Democratic Republic of the Congo -4.038333, 21.758664
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Democratic Republic of the Congo Region Africa

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    Dominican Republic 18.735693, -70.162651
    A heroine without borders Country Dominican Republic Region Latin America Description

    In the Dominican Republic, 500 students attended a performance called “A heroine without borders”. The show follows the story of a Venezuelan girl and is aimed at generating empathy within the student population, which is made up of students from national and migrant backgrounds. It focuses on the importance of acceptance, peaceful coexistence and the harms caused by bullying.

    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Dominican Republic

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    Ecuador -1.831239, -78.183406
    Promotion of positive contributions of migration in South America through the media and their interaction with the IOM Country Ecuador Region Latin America
    Supporting socio-economic integration and strengthening the health system and Civil Society Organization in the COVID-19 context and its impact in the Venezuelan population and host communities Country Ecuador Region Latin America

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    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Ecuador

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    El Salvador 13.794185, -88.89653
    Integrated Responses on Migration from Central America Activity Country El Salvador Region Latin America Description

    This project supports the dignified reception and sustainable reintegration of returned migrants to avoid repeat migration, linking returnees to employment and training opportunities so they can reintegrate into their communities. Also produces key data and analysis on migration dynamics to inform evidence-based policy-making and development programming.

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    Eswatini -26.522503, 31.465866
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Eswatini Region Africa

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    Greece 39.074208, 21.824312
    TandEM: towards empowered migrant youth in southern Europe – Italy Country Greece Region Europe Description

    With a view to enanching social cohesion in European societies, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the European University Association (EUA) and the Comunità Religiosa Islamica Italiana (COREIS), are implementing the European funded project “TandEM: Towards Empowered Migrant Youth in Southern Europe” in Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Malta and Spain.

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    Guatemala 15.783471, -90.230759
    Integrated Responses on Migration from Central America Activity Country Guatemala Region Latin America Description

    This project supports the dignified reception and sustainable reintegration of returned migrants to avoid repeat migration, linking returnees to employment and training opportunities so they can reintegrate into their communities. Also produces key data and analysis on migration dynamics to inform evidence-based policy-making and development programming.

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    Guyana 4.860416, -58.93018
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Guyana

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    Honduras 15.199999, -86.241905
    Integrated Responses on Migration from Central America Activity Country Honduras Region Latin America Description

    This project supports the dignified reception and sustainable reintegration of returned migrants to avoid repeat migration, linking returnees to employment and training opportunities so they can reintegrate into their communities. Also produces key data and analysis on migration dynamics to inform evidence-based policy-making and development programming.

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    Hungary 47.162494, 19.503304
    Paradigm shift: empowering youth, teachers, youth professionals and journalists in contributing to social inclusive societies Country Hungary Region Europe Description

    Social and Community Cohesion

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    Indonesia -0.789275, 113.921327
    Addressing Rohingya refugees and Other Migrant Protection Risks due to COVID-19 and maritime and land movements in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand Country Indonesia Region Asia

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    Italy 41.87194, 12.56738
    TandEM: towards empowered migrant youth in southern Europe – Italy Country Italy Region Europe Description

    With a view to enanching social cohesion in European societies, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the European University Association (EUA) and the Comunità Religiosa Islamica Italiana (COREIS), are implementing the European funded project “TandEM: Towards Empowered Migrant Youth in Southern Europe” in Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Malta and Spain.

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    Kyrgyzstan 41.20438, 74.766098
    Promoting Social Cohesion by Combatting Xenophobia and Anti-Migrant Sentiments Against International Migrants in the Kyrgyz Republic Country Kyrgyzstan Region Asia Description

    The project aims to promote social cohesion and migrant-inclusive socio-economic growth by decreasing xenophobic and anti-migrant sentiments among the Kyrgyz host society and by increasing the safety of international migrants in Kyrgyzstan, especially students, through initiatives designed to enhance mutual positive perception. The project will take a whole-of-society and whole-of-government approach, involving beneficiaries, community associations, academic institutions, and government counterparts throughout all project stages.

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    Lesotho -29.609988, 28.233608
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Lesotho Region Africa

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    Humanitarian Response to Vulnerable and Stranded Migrants In Southern Africa Region: Covid-19 Country Lesotho Region Africa

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    Madagascar -18.766947, 46.869107
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Madagascar Region Africa

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    Malawi -13.254308, 34.301525
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Malawi Region Africa

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    Humanitarian Response to Vulnerable and Stranded Migrants In Southern Africa Region: Covid-19 Country Malawi Region Africa

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    Malaysia 4.210484, 101.975766
    Addressing Rohingya refugees and Other Migrant Protection Risks due to COVID-19 and maritime and land movements in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand Country Malaysia Region Asia

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    Maldives 3.202778, 73.22068
    Maldives: Establish a Migrant Resource Centre (MRC) for Enhanced Protection Services to Migrants and Access to Safe Migration Country Maldives Region Asia Description

    In Maldives, there are approximately 179,000 migrant workers, with more than 63,000 estimated as undocumented. Most of them originate from Bangladesh and India and undocumented migrants often face challenges in accessing health care and legal services and may fear employment termination or deportation. This project aims to establish a Migrant Resource Centre (MRC) in the Greater Male’ Area serving as a one-stop source for providing independent and impartial information, advice and outreach services to migrants. 

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    Mauritius -20.348404, 57.552152
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Mauritius Region Africa

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    Mexico 23.634501, -102.552784
    Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA) Country Mexico Region Global Description

    The Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA): A Media Training Platform to Strengthen Ethical and Accurate Reporting about Migration

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    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Mexico

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    Montenegro 42.708678, 19.37439
    EU Regional Support to Protection-sensitive Migration Management Systems in the Western Balkans Country Montenegro Region Europe Description

    This is a European Union-funded programme implemented in six Western Balkans beneficiaries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey in partnership with EBCGA, EASO and UNHCR. It aims to provide a comprehensive and holistic regional approach to migration management systems in the framework of the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA II) and as part of the EU accession processes of the beneficiaries. The Programme focuses on introducing and sharing EU standards and best practices on migration management while supporting the beneficiaries to develop an effective response to mixed migration flows.

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    Morocco 31.791702, -7.09262
    Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA) Country Morocco Region Global Description

    The Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA): A Media Training Platform to Strengthen Ethical and Accurate Reporting about Migration

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    Mozambique -18.665695, 35.529562
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Mozambique Region Africa

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    Humanitarian Response to Vulnerable and Stranded Migrants In Southern Africa Region: Covid-19 Country Mozambique Region Africa

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    Namibia -22.95764, 18.49041
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Namibia Region Africa

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    Netherlands 52.132633, 5.291266
    Moving the Middle II Country Netherlands Region Europe Description

    To contribute to the goal of promoting open and evidence-based public discourse and the SDG 16 to promote peaceful and inclusive societies for all, the ‘Moving the Middle’ project aims to improve our understanding of who belongs to the Movable Middle in the Netherlands and how they can best be reached.

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    SAMEN: Strengthened Assistance for Migrant Empowerment in the Netherlands Country Netherlands Region Europe Description

    SAMEN (‘Together’ in Dutch) aims to bridge the gap between migration and sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in the Netherlands. The International Organization for Migration and Dokters van de Wereld work together to prevent and combat all levels of sexual and gender-based violence and domestic violence experienced by migrant communities in the Netherlands. The SAMEN project was launched in September 2022 with the goal of providing psychosocial counselling, training, information exchange, referral and preventative measures that address violence toward adults with migrant backgrounds, especially vulnerable groups such as women, young adults and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

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    North Macedonia 41.608635, 21.745275
    EU Regional Support to Protection-sensitive Migration Management Systems in the Western Balkans Country North Macedonia Region Europe Description

    This is a European Union-funded programme implemented in six Western Balkans beneficiaries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey in partnership with EBCGA, EASO and UNHCR. It aims to provide a comprehensive and holistic regional approach to migration management systems in the framework of the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA II) and as part of the EU accession processes of the beneficiaries. The Programme focuses on introducing and sharing EU standards and best practices on migration management while supporting the beneficiaries to develop an effective response to mixed migration flows.

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    Evidence-based migration policy planning and discourse in North Macedonia Country North Macedonia Region Europe Description

    The project aims to support policy makers in North Macedonia to effectively manage demographic and migration dynamics through development of evidence-based migration policies based on improved systemic data collection and analysis and enhanced inter-institutional data exchange; and improve the perception of the general public and policy makers about immigrants and refugees.

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    Panama 8.537981, -80.782127
    Debating Championship Country Panama Region Latin America Description

    IOM created a Debating Championship to successfully raise awareness of xenophobia in 27 local schools. Prior to the debates, students received workshops on key themes, including xenophobia, human trafficking, and gender equality. the Ministry of Security, the Ministry of Community, the Secretariat of Children, Adolescents and Family and the Faculty of Rights and Political Sciences of the Inter-American University of Panama.

    Somos Lo Mismo campaign Country Panama Region Latin America Description

    To bring together refugees, migrants, displaced persons and nationals through a message of solidarity and respect, the campaign Somos Lo Mismo was born in Panama in response to rising xenophobia in the country. The campaign, a joint project by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugee (UNHCR) and IOM, shares the stories of migrants and nationals. Its goal is to humanize through sharing how we are all made of experiences, feelings, learning, struggles and achievement.

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    Supporting socio-economic integration and strengthening the health system and Civil Society Organization in the COVID-19 context and its impact in the Venezuelan population and host communities Country Panama Region Latin America

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    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Panama

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    Integrated Responses on Migration from Central America Activity Country Panama Region Latin America Description

    This project supports the dignified reception and sustainable reintegration of returned migrants to avoid repeat migration, linking returnees to employment and training opportunities so they can reintegrate into their communities. Also produces key data and analysis on migration dynamics to inform evidence-based policy-making and development programming.

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    Paraguay -23.442503, -58.443832
    Promotion of positive contributions of migration in South America through the media and their interaction with the IOM Country Paraguay Region Latin America
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Paraguay

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    Peru -9.189967, -75.015152
    Instituto de Democracia y Derechos Humanos de la Universidad Católica del Perú (IDEHPUCP) Country Peru Region Latin America Description

    IDEHPUCP, together with the Institute of Public Opinion of the PUCP, has carried out in 2018 and 2019, various surveys (both at the national level and at the level of Lima-Callao) to understand the beliefs and attitudes towards Venezuelan migrants in the national population.

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    Promotion of positive contributions of migration in South America through the media and their interaction with the IOM Country Peru Region Latin America
    Supporting socio-economic integration and strengthening the health system and Civil Society Organization in the COVID-19 context and its impact in the Venezuelan population and host communities Country Peru Region Latin America

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    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Peru

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    Strengthening the Capacity of the Education Sector through Art to Combat Xenophobia in Peru Country Peru Region Latin America Description

    The project aims to promote the use of art in order to combat xenophobia and foster intercultural dialogue within public and private schools in Peru. The objective is to avoid stigmatization of migrants, who are often associated with negative events related to conflict, insecurity, delinquency and social marginalization. The objective will be achieved through teaching material on migration with a focus on gender and human-rights, sensitization workshops, targeting teenagers, with a focus on gender and human rights will be organized to inform students on migration-related issues and risks.

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    Productive Integration of Venezuelan Migrants Program Country Peru Region Latin America

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    Philippines 12.879721, 121.774017
    Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA) Country Philippines Region Global Description

    The Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA): A Media Training Platform to Strengthen Ethical and Accurate Reporting about Migration

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    Poland 51.919438, 19.145136
    Paradigm shift: empowering youth, teachers, youth professionals and journalists in contributing to social inclusive societies Country Poland Region Europe Description

    Social and Community Cohesion

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    Serbia 44.016521, 21.005859
    EU Regional Support to Protection-sensitive Migration Management Systems in the Western Balkans Country Serbia Region Europe Description

    This is a European Union-funded programme implemented in six Western Balkans beneficiaries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey in partnership with EBCGA, EASO and UNHCR. It aims to provide a comprehensive and holistic regional approach to migration management systems in the framework of the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA II) and as part of the EU accession processes of the beneficiaries. The Programme focuses on introducing and sharing EU standards and best practices on migration management while supporting the beneficiaries to develop an effective response to mixed migration flows.

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    Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA) Country Serbia Region Global Description

    The Global Migration and Media Academy (GMMA): A Media Training Platform to Strengthen Ethical and Accurate Reporting about Migration

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    Seychelles -4.679574, 55.491977
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country Seychelles Region Africa

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    Slovakia 48.148598, 17.107748
    Paradigm shift: empowering youth, teachers, youth professionals and journalists in contributing to social inclusive societies Country Slovakia Region Europe Description

    Social and Community Cohesion

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    We Are At Home Here II Country Slovakia Region Europe Description

    International Organization for Migration (IOM) in collaboration with a film, director Marcel Pázman created a documentary We are at home here, which through specific story lines of three migrants from different cultures – a Palestinian doctor, Florist from Ukraine and an entrepreneur from Vietnam – talks about the life of migrants in Slovakia. The film also uses footage of public opinion surveys that took place in the streets, asking people to express their attitudes on migrants in Slovakia. On the other hand, the film brings substantiated information based on which it portrays the reality of migration in Slovakia.

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    South Africa -30.559482, 22.937506
    Advancing the Evidence Base on Migration and Data Capacity of IOM and Partners to Improve Migration Policymaking and Programming in the Southern Africa Region Country South Africa Region Africa

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    United Nations Pilot Project for Strengthening Migrant Integration and Social Cohesion through Stakeholders’ Engagement, Socio-Economic Activities and Countering Anti-Migrant Narratives in South Africa Country South Africa Region Africa Description

    The focus of the United Nations’ joint programme (JP) is to strengthen migrant integration and social cohesion, particularly among the populations in vulnerable situations, through targeted engagement and participation of government counterparts, civil society, migrants and host communities in community-level peace and socio-economic related activities. The JP will also help to shape the public narrative on migration, promote tolerance and evidence-based discussion on migration.

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    Enhancing Migrant Integration and Social Cohesion through Socio-Cultural Activities and Community Dialogues in South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe Country South Africa Region Africa

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    Humanitarian Response to Vulnerable and Stranded Migrants In Southern Africa Region: Covid-19 Country South Africa Region Africa

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    Spain 40.463667, -3.74922
    TandEM: towards empowered migrant youth in southern Europe – Italy Country Spain Region Europe Description

    With a view to enanching social cohesion in European societies, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the European University Association (EUA) and the Comunità Religiosa Islamica Italiana (COREIS), are implementing the European funded project “TandEM: Towards Empowered Migrant Youth in Southern Europe” in Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Malta and Spain.

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    MAKE A DIFFERENCE: Towards a positive vision for migrationLeveraging the strength of women in Somalia to mitigate conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) and prevent violent extremism (PVE) Country Spain Region Europe

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    Switzerland 46.818188, 8.227512
    Global Migration Film Festival Country Switzerland Region Global Description

    The Global Migration Film Festival (GMFF), produced by IOM since 2016, has opened a space of reflection and discussion against xenophobia by sharing migrants’ stories through films and documentaries. In 2019, it brought more than 30 films to over 100 countries, including eight countries across Central America, North America and the Caribbean.

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    “I am a migrant” campaign Country Switzerland Description

    Through a collection of stories collated on an online library, “I am a migrant” provides first-hand insights into the triumphs and challenges of migrants of all backgrounds and at all phases of their migratory journeys. It gives a human face to the 270 million international migrants living around the world and raise awareness about their experiences.

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    Thailand 15.870032, 100.992541
    Promoting Evidence-Based Migration Discourse and Media Reporting in Thailand Country Thailand Region Asia Description

    Social and Community Cohesion

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    Addressing Rohingya refugees and Other Migrant Protection Risks due to COVID-19 and maritime and land movements in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand Country Thailand Region Asia

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    Trinidad and Tobago 10.691803, -61.222503
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Trinidad and Tobago

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    Ukraine 48.379433, 31.16558
    Capacity-building to Monitor and Implement National Mechanisms to Counter Xenophobia and Discrimination in Ukraine Country Ukraine Region Europe Description

    This project aims to contribute to the protection of the rights of migrants, members of vulnerable groups, and victims through reducing obstacles arising from discrimination and manifestations of hate crime.

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    United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 55.378051, -3.435973
    Our Lives Press Country United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Region Global Description

    The books in the series are by authors from different cultures - from Somalia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Congo, Albania, Ethiopia and Columbia - about their experiences in their own countries and in Britain. The authors describe how they have overcome a variety of barriers, learnt a new language and succeeded in making a new life for themselves. These short and inspirational books provide ideal reading material for those who want to improve their English language and literacy skills and will also appeal to anyone interested in the moving stories of refugees and migrants.

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    United States of America 37.09024, -95.712891
    UN Together Campaign Country United States of America Description

    UN Together, launched in 2016, aims to counter the rise in xenophobia and discrimination by sharing events and stories of migrants and refugees. This platform also gave rise to the “I am a migrant” campaign.

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    Uruguay -32.522779, -55.765835
    Promotion of positive contributions of migration in South America through the media and their interaction with the IOM Country Uruguay Region Latin America
    Strengthening Government Capacities on Migration Management and Supporting the Regularization of Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in the Latin America and Caribbean Region Country Uruguay

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    Enhancing Migrant Integration and Social Cohesion through Socio-Cultural Activities and Community Dialogues in South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe Country Zimbabwe Region Africa

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