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Funded by New Zealand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), the project "Labour Standards on Fishing Vessels” aims to support Pacific Island Countries (PICs) to address the issue of poor working conditions, labour rights violations and human...
This document provides a comprehensive summary of the trends, developments and associated activities concerning the International Organization for Migration's (IOM) return and reintegration efforts in 2023. The report includes detailed statistical summaries at...
The 2023 Annual Report of the Inter-Agency Coordination Group against Trafficking in Persons (ICAT) highlights the significant efforts made in the global fight against human trafficking under the co-chairmanship of the International Organization for Migration...
Despite efforts, large numbers of children continue to fall victim to traffickers worldwide, due to inequitable social, economic, environmental and political factors that engender exploitative and discriminatory practices. A critical component of countering...
The Human Trafficking Data Tool is the visual representation of IOM's Global Victim-Perpetrator Synthetic Dataset. It provides first-hand information on the relationships between victims and perpetrators in an accessible, concise, and comprehensive manner. The...
The Counter Trafficking Data Collaborative (CTDC) is the first global data hub on human trafficking, with data contributed by organizations from around the world. Historically, it has been difficult to make data on human trafficking readily accessible to...
IOM, in partnership with UNODC, has developed a common international classification, the IC-TIP, that aims to facilitate the production and dissemination of high-quality administrative data relating to various aspects of the crime of trafficking in persons...
In recent years, the European Union (EU) has taken steps to improve child protection, yet some Member States do not have an integrated approach. The European Union Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA) first produced an overview of child protection systems in the EU...
In communities with high levels of migration, ensuring that vulnerable groups – such as migrants, sex workers and young vulnerable people (YVP) – have access to essential services is critical. Community referral systems help bridge this gap by linking...
Human trafficking is a violation of fundamental human rights and is linked to a range of core development issues, including poverty and vulnerability, gender and racial inequality, and gender-based violence. The Sustainable Development Goals include a target...
In the present report, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) highlight the reasoning for the development of a classification for administrative data on trafficking in persons. It contains a...
The report provides an overview of key concepts, trends, and challenges related to migrant smuggling worldwide. It delineates the distinction between "smuggling of migrants" and "trafficking in persons." It examines the factors driving smuggling, the actors...
The report explores the intersection of labour migration and climate change. It highlights how labour mobility can be harnessed as a strategy for climate adaptation and mitigation. The report delves into the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular...
The report highlights the perilous journeys faced by migrants in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The report records a significant increase in fatalities, with 4,984 deaths and disappearances compared to 3,820 in 2022. The report highlights the...
North Africa remains a significant destination, transit, and origin for international migration, with migrants often facing vulnerabilities and requiring support and protection. This report highlights the challenges faced by migrants in Algeria, Egypt, Libya...
The study was commissioned to explore trafficking in persons in the Levant countries, aiming to produce reliable evidence on crisis and vulnerability to trafficking. It identifies key forms of trafficking, including labor exploitation, forced recruitment...
This report examines the reintegration process for Ni-Vanuatu migrant workers returning home after employment abroad. It highlights the challenges they face, including economic instability, social reintegration, and the need for skills recognition. The study...
This report delves into the experiences of returned migrant workers in the Solomon Islands. It aims to enhance understanding of labour migration as a strategy for sustainable development and climate resilience in the Pacific. Primary data was collected from...
This toolkit provides comprehensive guidance for International Organization for Migration (IOM) personnel to integrate intersectional gender analysis into their work. This toolkit outlines a structured framework and step-by-step process for conducting gender...
The report provides comprehensive guidance for child protection actors on coordinating responses in humanitarian contexts. It aims to ensure more predictable, accountable, and effective child protection interventions during emergencies. The handbook covers...