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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 joined the United Nations system in September 2016.
About
About
IOM Global
IOM Global
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Our Work
Our WorkAs the leading inter-governmental organization promoting 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.
Cross-cutting (Global)
Cross-cutting (Global)
- Data and Resources
- Take Action
- 2030 Agenda
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1971 ICEM
starts providing resettlement
assistance to Jewish refugees from the Soviet Union.ICEM assists UNHCR in the resettlement of 130,000 refugees from Bangladesh and Nepal to Pakistan.
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1972
ICEM assists in the evacuation and resettlement of Asians from Uganda.
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1973 A special Resettlement Programme helps over 31,000 Chileans resettle in 50 countries.
2 million migrants directly assisted by ICEM.
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1974
ICEM becomes a forum for international discussion and exchange of experience amongst governments and other organizations on migration issues.
ICEM launches Return of Talent Programme for Latin Americans
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1975
ICEM
initiates a resettlement programme for Indo-Chinese refugees and displaced persons.