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Territorial Planning and Comprehensive Risk Management to Increase Resilience to Internal Mobility due to Disasters, Environmental Degradation and Climate Change in the Dominican Republic The Dominican Republic is highly vulnerable to climatic events such as sea-level rise and frequent hurricanes that lead to flooding and landslides. In contrast, climate change is resulting in periods of drought with severe effects in certain territories of the country. In addition, there is high exposure to geophysical hazards such as earthquakes, some of them with magnitudes greater than five degrees. In this context, the Dominican Republic requires short- and medium-term actions that integrate measures related to human mobility, such as such as the development and implementation of disaster contingency plans in the short term and the planning and relocation of communities as a medium-term solution, as indicated in the National Development Strategy 2030.This project will contribute to increasing the resilience of communities in risk areas and reducing the vulnerability caused by internal mobility in the face of disasters, environmental degradation and climate change, taking into account the differentiated needs of men, women and vulnerable groups. To meet this objective, a gender-sensitive methodology will be developed to identify, characterise and assess the needs of communities in areas likely to be subject to land-use change and planned relocation (Output 1.1). Furthermore, National, Regional and Municipal Land Management Plans that take into account the relocation of communities in highly vulnerable areas will be developed (Output 1.2). Finally, Provincial Emergency, Contingency and Risk Management Plans for the Provincial Committees of Prevention, Mitigation and Response of two provinces vulnerable to the risk generated by disasters, environmental degradation and climate change will be developed (Output 1.3). As a result, the Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development, as the leader of the National Land Management System, will be capable of identifying human settlements in risk areas with relocation needs in the short- or medium-term in accordance with international standards and best practices.
Strengthened Access to Education and Livelihoods and Enhanced Reintegration and Community Cohesion in Areas Affected by Displacement and Returns In South Sudan, over 551,967 people were newly displaced in 2021, primarily by flooding and localized or subnational conflict, testing the resilience of communities and negatively affecting their livelihoods even when they can return within a shorter timeframe. Yet, more than 1.78 million South Sudanese nationals have already returned to their former areas of habitual residence since 2016. Most of these returnees (50%) live in partly or severely damaged housing, and large numbers lack access to basic services. The compounding effects of insecurity, vulnerability to natural disasters, scarce livelihood opportunities, limited infrastructure and economic resources, and lack of basic services mean that many of these IDPs, returnees and their host communities need humanitarian assistance. An area-based approach is critical in leveraging the comparative advantage of various agencies working across the nexus to address the needs of returnees and supporting re-integrating populations and host communities. This approach will also inform a more durable solution through an integrated approach that addressed people’s needs and vulnerabilities.
Humanitarian Assistance to Conflict-Affected Households in Greater Upper Nile, South Sudan Due to a confluence of factors, including years of protracted armed conflict, increased poverty and pervasive environment degradation, South Sudan in entrenched in a humanitarian crisis of vast proportions. Humanitarian needs continue to rise, with an estimated 9.4 million people in South Sudan, including 2.2 million women and 4.9 million children, in need of humanitarian assistance and protection services. South Sudan is also home to the world’s fourth most neglected displacement crisis, with an estimated 2.2 million internally displaced persons (IDPs). The humanitarian situation remains dire in 2023 due to multiple persistent shocks and unaddressed root causes of needs. Prolonged violence, humanitarian access constraints, disease outbreaks, and economic and climatic shocks have severely affected the wellbeing and coping mechanisms of people. 
 
Through this project, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) continues to respond to the needs of vulnerable people living in Protection of Civilians and IDP sites, as well as communities outside of camp settings experiencing similar shocks, by ensuring equitable access to basic services, enhancing living conditions and increasing resilience. IOM is coordinating a multi-sectoral response and engage a wide range of actors by promoting partnerships and cooperation between humanitarian and development actors.
Supporting the Development and Implementation of a New National Strategy on Migration and Action Plan in Albania Albania remains predominantly a country of emigration, driven primarily by economic reasons, with one third of the country’s population living outside of its territory. Albanian citizens abroad include also persons whose asylum claims were rejected or who otherwise reside irregularly in EU countries, with Germany and France having the highest number of requests. However, Albania is also increasingly becoming a country of destination for foreigners (including migrants in search of employment, students, asylum seekers and refugees), which comprise 1.7 % of the total population.The main priorities on migration governance for the Government of Albania (GoA) are stated in its National Strategy on Migration (NSM) (2019-2022) and the corresponding Action Plan (AP), which was developed with IOM support through the IOM Development Fund in 2018 and approved in June 2019 by the Government of Albania. As the current Strategy enters in the last year of implementation, the work will start for the development of the new NSM and AP, in order to avoid policy gap as experienced in the past. In pursuit of this objective, IOM will initiate two parallel processes. Through the first process the project will support the Inter-Institutional Working Group (IIWG) for the development of the NSM and AP, in line with the international frameworks. This process will also engage other stakeholders such as diaspora, migrants, local communities, development partners, civil society, private sector and academia in a series of consultations for the new strategy. Alignment with the GCM will be ensured both through undertaking the Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) assessment and GCM prioritization. The capacities of the officials engaged in the development of the NSM and AP will be increased through a two-day training on the GCM and interlinkages with other global frameworks. The training will also include a briefing and exchange of ideas with other stakeholders, local governance, CSOs, private businesses, academia, migrants and diaspora, etc. The second process will support the functioning of the coordination and monitoring mechanism for the implementation of the NSM and AP, along the lines of the support being provided for the current strategy and further expanding. This will include the deployment of expertise in support of the Technical Secretariat for Migration in the Ministry of Interior (MoI), as well as in other institutions that hold a significant share of the implementation of the NSM and AP. Ultimately, the proposed project aims to support the implementation of the GCM in the country, as well as will contribute to the advancement of the Agenda 2030.
Support of the 2022 Iraq Crisis Response Plan and Prioritize Funding for Support of the Displacement Tracking Matrix The crisis in Iraq saw the occupation of large areas of the country by Islamic State and the Levant (ISIL) followed by Government-led military operations to re-take ISIL controlled areas. The armed conflict led to massive internal displacement, the spread and scale of the violence resulted in country-wide and even regional instability. This has meant that it is essential for the Government of Iraq (GoI), the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRI), and the international humanitarian actors to have access to accurate, timely and comprehensive data on displacement in Iraq. The scale of displacement across all regions of Iraq has limited the ability of the government and humanitarian actors to effectively track and monitor ongoing population movements, necessary to identify, analyze and prioritize needs of those affected by the Iraq displacement crisis. The objective is to provide access to up-to-date, reliable and comprehensive information about internally displaced persons and returnee populations in Iraq, as well as their needs and vulnerabilities. This is achieved through the implementation of IOM's Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) tool and timely dissemination of results to government authorities, UN Humanitarian Country Team (UNHCT) partners, non-governmental organisation, think tanks, media, academics, and other stakeholders.
Reintegration for Migrant Workers Project IOM's contribution to an SDC-funded Reintegration Project in Bangladesh, jointly implemented by ILO (main) and UN Women
Provision of Assistance to Victims of Trafficking, Exploitation and Abuse Identified in Libya With the support of the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) aims to contribute to reducing the vulnerabilities of Victims of Trafficking in Libya, especially women and children. In pursuit of this objective, IOM will implement two main activities which aim to provide victims of trafficking, exploitation and abuse access to life-saving protection services and assistance in Libya and in their countries of origin. The first will entail conducting Protection Case Management Assessments to identify vulnerable migrants and providing tailored assistance. The second activity will involve providing individual reintegration assistance to victims of trafficking, exploitation and abuse in their countries of origin.
Strengthening Economic Empowerment of Youth in Two High Departure Areas (Kayes and Segou) in Mali The general objective of the project is to create viable livelihoods and skills for youth as an alternative to irregular migration by increasing access to employment opportunities and income generating activities in high departure areas in the regions of Kayes and Segou. In view of the precarious skills profiles as well as the disadvantaged employment context facing the youth, the two regions figure among the main zones of origin of young irregular migrants from Mali. The project aims to promote skills development and entrepreneurial activities in the two regions, this enabling social and economic empowerment of youth.
Stabilization Amplification Mechanism This project aims to contribute to stability and peace in Somalia by creating conditions for restoring trust horizontally, between communities, and vertically, between communities and local leadership. Building on lessons learned from previous IOM projects in Somalia, this project's interventions incorporate years of best practices to deliver the Organization's integrated stabilization strategy, which is optimized by a combination of local presence/access, multi-sectoral expertise, and nuanced contextual acumen. The ultimate goal is to support the rebuilding of the social contract between Somali citizens and State institutions and providing a bridge to longer-term development interventions.
Support for the Implementation of the Argentine Fund for International Cooperation (FO.AR) This project aims to contribute to the development of international cooperation in the implementation of the Argentine Fund for International Cooperation (FO.AR). For this, IOM will cooperate with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship (MRECIC), by providing technical support services for the mobility of experts and the implementation of operational activities, in accordance with the standards of the MRECIC and the IOM. The project will contribute to the economic and social development of the Argentine Republic, as well as other States of the Global South, through the implementation of programs linked to migration, supporting practical measures at the regional, national and local levels. The project will support the mobility of experts in the framework of international cooperation actions that would benefit societies of the beneficiary countries and the migrant population in them. It will also contribute across the board to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda, especially SDG 10: Reduce inequality in and between countries and SDG 17: Revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.
Supporting Vulnerable Migrants with Disabilities in Egypt through Health Services and Awareness Sessions on COVID-19 Related Vaccination The project aims to reduce vulnerabilities and improve the quality of life of migrants with disabilities living in Greater Cairo through enhancing health knowledge and access to health services.
Mobility Tracking and Multi-Sectoral Humanitarian Needs in Localities and Sites Affected by Displacement/Return in the Central African Republic (National Coverage) In the context of the protracted crisis generating continuous displacements in the Central African Republic, the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), deployed since 2013, makes it possible to collect, analyze and share information concerning displacements and returns, as well as multisectoral conditions and needs of affected populations, in order to guide decision-making and the definition of humanitarian responses. There continues to be a need for nationwide updates on the situation of displacement and the needs it generates for affected populations. Thus, the project will extend and perpetuate its activities in the prefectures of the country not yet covered and in all the camp coordination and camp management displacement sites that do not have managers.
Expanded Support for Durable Resettlement and Reintegration in Sri Lanka (EDRR) The project responds to immediate resettlement needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and returnees while supporting previously resettled communities to sustain durable resettlement, through enhanced service delivery and access to new opportunities as envisioned in the Durable Resettlement Policy. UNDP will implement its activities in Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Mullaitivu, Batticaloa and Trincomalee Districts while IOM will implement targeted activities in the Jaffna district. The project will also focus on strengthening community groups, especially more vulnerable groups to be able them to directly engage and interact with the state to obtain the services they require thereby ensuring sustainability of the newly resettled and existing resettled communities. The main target beneficiaries will comprise IDPs and refugee returnees with special consideration to women-headed households, ex-combatants, youth, community-based organizations/rural development societies and the local level government structures. The selection of the direct beneficiaries of the project will be collective and participatory.
Supporting National And Local Action To Prevent Violent Extremism In Iraq The project seeks to strengthen the capacities of national, local, and civil society stakeholders to develop and implement policies and projects that contribute to the prevention of violent extremism and transitional rehabilitation, ultimately enhancing the resilience of communities to violent extremism.
AVRR Assistance Provided to Chinese Nationals in Denmark Implemented by the International Organization for Migration Mission in China The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is implementing a return and reintegration counselling project financed by the Danish Immigration Service and the Ministry of Immigration and Integration. The project aims at offering counselling and support to victims of human trafficking and other vulnerable groups of migrants who wish to return, for them to successfully reintegrate in their country of origin or country of residence. DRC provides information, counselling and assistance in the preparation of return, while counselling and reintegration assistance tailored to individual needs after return is provided through the International Organization for Migration’s office in the People’s Republic of China.
Enhancing Ethiopia’s Migration Data Collection and Management Capacity Through the Installation of the Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS) This project aims to strengthen Ethiopia’s border governance capacity through the improvement of its border management information system infrastructure. To achieve this objective, IOM will provide assistance to the Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) through the installation of the Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS), the provision of related equipment and specialized training to Immigration Officers to effectively use the system to collect, manage and analyze migration data.
Vaccine Demand and Confidence: Sustaining the expansion of the Overseas Health Assessment and Management of U.S. - Bound Refugees, Non-Immigrant Visa Applicants and other Migrant Populations The overall aim of the vaccine demand and confidence project is to increase COVID-19 vaccine confidence, demand, and uptake among selected urban and camp refugee populations. The project is being implemented in three (3) regions: Africa, Europe and Asia. The International Organization for Migration (IOM), will provide in-country oversight and management for the project, including leading training, assessment, intervention, and monitoring/evaluation activities.
Support the Capacities of the Jordanian Armed Forces to Provide Urgent Trauma Care at The North-East Border Area In direct response to the increased instability in Jordan’s neighbouring region the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF) are increasing their efforts in upholding the territorial integrity of Jordan. The borderline has also been witnessing an increase of civil crossing, especially through the border triangle for the purpose of seeking refuge. Furthermore, this addition to Jordanian border strength will help oppose any possible economic fallout that emerges from the Ukrainian & Russian crises. The purpose of this project is to further IOM’s support to JAF in this endeavour, with the overall aim to strengthen their capacity to conduct their mission in upholding the territorial integrity of Jordan in accordance with Humanitarian Border Management and Health, Border and Mobility Management framework as a part of the Migration Crisis Operational Framework.
Empowering the South American Diaspora as Agents for Sustainable Development The objective of this project is to support governments to contribute to the empowerment of the South American diaspora as actors in the sustainable development of the region, especially in the context of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The project will facilitate the sharing of existing lessons learned and good practices in relation to diaspora engagement between the governments and other actors in the participating countries in an effort to ensure members of the South American diaspora actively engage in opportunities to contribute to the well-being of communities in the region.
Prevention and Response to Acute Trafficking in People, Mental Health and Psychosocial Concerns in North-East Nigeria, Phase 2 This project will have, first and foremost, a remedial character seeking to alleviate the harm and the psychological effects of the losses suffered by the civilian population, because of the protracted armed conflict and displacement. It will also have an important focus on preventing harm and risks of trafficking in persons through various interventions designed to reduce exposure to violence, abuse and exploitation, while strengthening individual and community resilience.
Implementation of International Protection Module of Welcoming Programme - Phase III The project contributes to the integration process of beneficiaries of international protection in Estonia. Project entails provision of post arrival trainings in line with Settle in Estonia programme.
From Policy to Practice: Operationalizing a Rights-Based Approach to Return and Reintegration (RR P2P) The return and reintegration of migrants is a policy priority for many governments worldwide. As a result, an increasing number of international, regional and sub-regional stakeholders have entered the field or expanded their roles as actors in return migration. In 2021, IOM released the Policy on the Full Spectrum of Return, Readmission and Reintegration (RRR Policy), which guides the work of IOM on return migration through a holistic, rights-based and sustainable development-oriented approach that facilitates safe and dignified return, readmission and sustainable reintegration. The policy focuses on the well-being of individual returnees and the protection of their rights. At the same time, it recognizes that States have a sovereign prerogative to determine their national migration policies and to govern migration within their jurisdiction, in conformity with international law commitments. Having achieved a harmonized policy that sets the ground for a rights-based and migrant-centered approach to RRR, challenges remain in the translation of the policy into tangible actions and operations. Practical tools, designed from lessons learned and a long expertise trajectory particularly in the field of return migration, need to be developed, piloted and implemented to materialize the objectives set forth in IOMs RRR Policy.
Emergency Multisectoral Assistance for the Most Vulnerable Households in Northwest Syria This project seeks to provide integrated multisectoral lifesaving and life-sustaining assistance to vulnerable populations affected by the Syrian crisis, as well as safety and security training, and support for the establishment of an inter-agency Risk Management Unit (RMU). IOM's programs are needs-driven, rights-based, and gender-, age-, and vulnerability-sensitive. IOM will maintain a strong focus on humanitarian principles and accountability throughout the project. The project will also address the immediate humanitarian needs of those affected by the crisis in Syria - while supporting longer-term resilience. IOM works with a network of partners and ensures its actions are coordinated at all levels with relevant stakeholders and interagency forums.
Enabling and Engaging Diaspora Youth in the Development of Guyana With globally growing numbers of people on the move, governments of countries of origin have recognized the value diaspora populations bring to development efforts including their potential to making contributions. The Government of Guyana recognizes the dynamism among youth in its diaspora and their potential to transfer their skills and knowledge for development in Guyana. Through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government has proposed this project as an opportunity to bridge the gaps between Guyanese diaspora youth in North America, the United Kingdom and other jurisdictions. The overall objective of the project is to strengthen the current government's involvement with the Guyanese diaspora, for the diaspora's increased commitment and engagement with its country of origin for social and economic development, through the implementation of a government-led, diaspora youth volunteer programme in Guyana.
Enhancing resilience of the Burundian population to climate-induced hazards via an effective usage of disaster risk management infomation and data This 12-months project will contribute to enhancing the resilience of the Burundian population to climate-induced hazards via an effective usage of disaster risk management information and data. This will be achieved through providing open access a mutli-hazard risk information platform via a Cloud Server, defining national standards for disaster risk information and strengthening capacity to facilitate interaction and management of the risk information portal.