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ICMC And Civil Society Group Raise Concern About EU Resettlement Framework Proposal

November 16, 2016

The International Catholic Migration Commission, together with a group of European NGOs active in the field of refugee resettlement, has raised serious concerns about the European Commission’s proposal for a Regulation establishing a Union Resettlement Framework. The proposal, the civil society group argues, focuses excessively on migration control objectives; resettlement should instead be perceived as a lifesaving tool and a durable solution for refugees.

Elena, Associate Asylum Expert in Rhodes, Greece

October 18, 2016

Elena Janniki is one of ICMC’s Associate Asylum Experts currently working at the Regional Asylum Office in Rhodes, Greece. As part of her daily activities, Elena is in charge of making sure that the reception of asylum seekers and their status determination is carried out according to the appropriate procedures and law requirements.

Implementing the Migrants in Countries in Crisis Guidelines: A Practitioner’s Perspective

October 13, 2016

ICMC’s Operations Officer, Thibault Chapoy, brought his practitioner perspective to the high-level panel of speakers at an IOM- sponsored event aimed at discussing the role of the Migrants in Countries in Crisis (MICIC) guidelines in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

H.E. Cardinal Parolin Praises the Role of Religious Organizations in the Global Response to the Refugee Crisis

September 27, 2016

During the side event recently co-hosted by the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the UN with ICMC and Caritas Internationalis at the margins of the UN Summit on Refugees and Migrants, H.E. Pietro Cardinal Parolin delivered a keynote speech praising the special attention given to the needs of migrants and refugees by faith-based organizations.

Focus Group Discussions at ICMC Jordan Help Syrian Parents Share Feelings and Relieve Stress

August 15, 2016

Farid* and Amira* are a Syrian couple originally from Aleppo. Together with their seven children, they escaped the brutality of the Syrian war to find shelter in Jordan. The perilous journey took them through rural villages across the Syrian countryside before they were finally able to cross the Jordanian border on foot, during the night. They are currently living in Mafraq, in the north of the country.

ICMC Releases Its Annual Report 2015

July 15, 2016

The International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) published today its Annual Report 2015, together with the Consolidated Financial Statements and Performance Report 2015. The Annual Report 2015 highlights ICMC’s activities and achievements during the past year, which witnessed a number of dramatic developments in migration and refugee movements, particularly from the Middle East.

World Refugee Day 2016: Resettled Refugees and Hosts Share Stories of Hope

June 17, 2016

To commemorate World Refugee Day on 20 June 2016, the International Catholic Migration Commission is launching a public call to share messages and stories of support and solidarity towards refugees worldwide. With more than 60 million people fleeing violence, conflicts or persecutions, a lack of legal channels to allow people to migrate safely, there is an urgent need to support refugees.

ICMC’s “Fun Day” Helps Syrian Children in Jordan Overcome Trauma and Isolation

June 15, 2016

Almost 170 Syrian and Jordanian children participated in the ICMC “Children’s Fun Day”, during which a series of games and educational activities were organized by the ICMC Protection Center in Mafraq, Northern Jordan. The ICMC Protection Center offers a Child Friendly Space where boys and girls can safely play as their mothers attend literacy classes or focus group discussions.

The “Forgotten” Human Rights Treaty: Calling for a Better Implementation of the Migrant Workers Convention

June 7, 2016

During a recent United Nations event on migrant rights held in Geneva, ICMC strongly reiterated its call for a wider ratification and better implementation of the Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families. Entered into force in 2003, the Convention today counts only 48 State parties.

Shahan, Program Manager in Islamabad, Pakistan

May 3, 2016

As Program Manager, Shahan facilitates and assists in the development and implementation of all ICMC’s activities in Pakistan. With programs in several districts, ICMC provides assistance to refugees and other vulnerable individuals through several projects aimed at protecting survivors of sexual and gender-based violence (SGVB), improving livelihoods, and rehabilitating governmental schools.