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IOM (International Organization for Migration )
Established in 1951, IOM is the world's largest agency dealing with migration. With 146 member states, a further 13 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
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Urgent assistance needed for the emergency evacuation operations at the Libyan borders
IOM is deeply concerned at the fate of thousands of migrants fleeing severe violence in Libya and now stranded at the borders with Tunisia, Algeria, Niger, Chad, Sudan and Egypt. Concern grows over at least 6,000 migrants stranded in the Libyan city of Misrata in an extremely poor state with an... More
Pakistan 2010 - IOM is looking for Non-Food Items (NFIs) for its relief activities in Pakistan
IOM is appealing for USD 38 million for its initial response. In addition, the following items are urgently needed to provide life-saving assistance to families severely affected by the floods in Pakistan:
- SPHERE-compliants tents
- Shelter standard kits
- Kitchen standard kits
- Blankets
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Haiti Earthquake : IOM is looking for Non-Food Items for its relief operation in Haiti
Here is a list of all the non-food items (NFIs) that IOM is currently seeking: tents, aquatabs, jerrycans, water bladders, hygiene kits, kitchen kits, bedding, sleeping mats, plastic sheets, tarpaulins, and mosquito nets, among similar items. More
Haiti Earthquake Response, 6-Month Report
The report describes the response of the humanitarian community to the earthquake, outlining the main achievements and challenges encountered, proposes lessons which can be learned from the initial phase of the humanitarian response, and summarizes some aspects of the way forward. More