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Who we are
WHO WE AREThe International Organization for Migration (IOM) is part of the United Nations System as the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, with 175 member states and a presence in over 100 countries. IOM has been active in South-Eastern, Eastern Europe and Central Asia since 1990.
IOM Global
IOM Global
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Our Work
Our WorkIOM is the leading inter-governmental organization promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, with presence in over 100 countries, and supporting 173 member states to improve migration management. Across the region, IOM provides a comprehensive response to the humanitarian needs of migrants, internally displaced persons, returnees and host communities.
Cross-cutting (Global)
Cross-cutting (Global)
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- 2030 Agenda
Shiraz is an ambitious 23-year-old from the historic city of Alexandria, Egypt. She lives and studies programming in Izmir, Türkiye, with a dream of becoming a heart surgeon. She enjoys belly dancing, with her TikTok videos racking up thousands of views and likes.
At first glance, one would not notice the tumultuous journey this young transgender woman has faced in order to create her space in the world. The perceptive observer would notice scars on her arms which silently reveal her story.