Data and Evidence

Data protection continues to be a growing field in the context of international organizations. It is also a necessary consideration at national and regional level given the increased use of advanced technology in migration management, data theft, data loss, and unnecessary or inappropriate use and disclosure of sensitive data. While there exists vast...

This report aims to provide an overview of the trends observed in the second half of 2017 on the Western route across Yemen, Djibouti, Somalia and Ethiopia and was produced using data from IOM’s Migrants’ Assistance projects and Human Mobility data collection activities in the Horn of Africa and in the Arab Peninsula.

Despite the ongoing crisis that has forced millions of Iraqis flee their homes, the fact that hundreds of thousands of them are able to return to their places of origin is a sign of hope. However, while many may already back, putting an end to forced displacement, for most of them the situation upon returning remains extremely challenging. In order to better...

This briefing reviews the sources and availability of data on refugee and migrant children arriving in Europe by sea. It finds that variance in policy and practice across European Union Member States results in stark differences in how and when children are recorded, including whether they are considered “accompanied” or “unaccompanied”.

This Data Bulletin explores the data challenges and gaps related to assisted voluntary return and reintegration (AVRR). AVRR is an indispensable part of a comprehensive approach to migration management. It contributes to achieving safe, orderly and dignified migration, as it safeguards the human rights of migrants, upholds international principles and...