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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. Germany joined the IOM in 1954.
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Our WorkAs the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration, IOM plays a key role to support the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through different areas of intervention that connect both humanitarian assistance and sustainable development. In Germany, IOM implements projects mainly in the areas of migrant protection and assistance, as well as advocating for migrants’ rights and serving as a liaison office for German funded IOM activities worldwide.
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On 7 April, marking World Health Day, IOM Germany organised a Facebook Live event in collaboration with Yahya Sonko, a Gambian diaspora activist, on the topic of mental health in the Gambian community.
The event featured guest speakers Yvonne Jatta from Caritas Stuttgart, Evans Binan from IOM The Gambia, and IOM Germany’s Welella Negussie. The lively discussion touched on the need for greater acceptance about mental health issues, mental healthcare access in Germany and The Gambia, and the issue of stigmatisation faced by returnees.
Watch the event here.