An Introduction to Syria
|
|
- Nathan Harrington
- 5 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 An Introduction to Syria Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
2 Outline Syria before the conflict (education, health, history, cultural groups, traditions, family) Changes since the conflict Conditions Syrians may face in the region Pre-departure services and Resettlement process Cultural adjustment Conclusion Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
3 Photographs may be taken at the event by IOM. By registering for this event you agree to allow IOM to use such photographs to: - Increase knowledge and understanding of migration issues. - Raise awareness in campaigns, promotional activities, communication strategies and public communications. - Document and promote IOM s work. - Inform IOM s donors, partners, the media, the general public and others about IOM s programmes and activities. If you do not agree with the use of the photos, please let us know.
4 Syria before the conflict A middle-income country with fairly strong employment Multicultural and multiple religions Health care and education at little or no cost The rural/urban divide Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
5 Health System From 1970 to 2009, considerable improvements in health indicators Overall investment still relatively low and quality uneven Al Kindi hospital in Aleppo was one of the country s most state-of-the-art medical centres, featured in the Daily Mail, 27 January % of medications in Syria produced locally Access to specialists and antibiotics Infant and early childcare Limited mental health care A pharmacist looks for medication at a pharmacy in Damascus Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
6 Education Free public schools and university (some private) Compulsory up to 9 th grade Literacy rates Mixed genders in primary Education in rural/urban areas Religious classes Foreign languages Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
7 Learning a Foreign Language Lecture style (rote memorisation) frequently used Preliterate participants face additional challenges Practical lessons most popular Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
8 Learning English
9 This map is for illustration purposes only. The boundaries and names shown and the designations used on this map do not impl y official endorsement or acceptance by th e International Organization for Migration.
10 Cultural Traditions & Family Life Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
11 Communication Etiquette: asking multiple times Communication with officials Communication and managing expectations Interpreters: dialects Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
12 Arabic Phrases arabic/guide/phrases.shtml
13 Kurdish Phrases rases/kurdish-kurmanji.php
14 Customs Shaking hands Interactions between men and women Diversity of clothing Many women wear head covering/hijabs Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
15 Family Structure A family typically consists of a married man and woman with or without children Sexual relationships before marriage generally not culturally acceptable Fathers are often considered the main decision maker for the family Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
16 Family Life Older siblings care for younger siblings Community caretaking Child protection Caring for disabled children Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
17 Social Infrastructure Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
18 Social Support Social services in Syria Expectations of support in a social services system Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
19 Police Potential opinions Community engagement Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
20 Building an understanding of the experiences of Syrian refugees Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
21 Since the conflict began 6.3 million people displaced within Syria, 5 million fled the country Decreased water availability Reduced electrical coverage Damaged residential housing Reduced access to hospitals Increased outbreaks Damaged or repurposed schools High unemployment and increased poverty Trauma and reduced access to mental health facilities Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
22
23 Common Challenges Around 5 million Syrian refugees in the region Low employment rates Majority of children not attending school Crowded housing with inadequate facilities Limited access to health care Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher. Twitter photo of Syrian Abdul Halim al-attar selling pens in Lebanon, The Telegraph, 3/12/15
24 Gender Considerations Sexual violence Family escorts Early marriage Syrian girls at Za atri Camp, Khali Mazraawi/AFP Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
25 Specific Needs Figures and graphics from Hidden victims of the Syrian crisis: disabled, injured and older refugees, 2014 HelpAge International and Handicap International
26 Specific Needs Figures and graphics from Hidden victims of the Syrian crisis: disabled, injured and older refugees, 2014 HelpAge International and Handicap International
27 Living Situations: Inside Syria Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher. Inside a home in Syria
28 Living Situations: Camps Zaatari Camp for Syrian refugees- Jordan
29 Living Situations: Informal Settlement An informal settlement in the Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, UNHCR
30 Living Situations: Urban Settlement A former horse stable turned into a makeshift shelter for three Syrian refugee families in Urfa, Turkey, Muse Mohammed/IOM 2016 Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
31 IOM Pre-departure Services Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
32 Resettlement Definition Eligibility Criteria Process A Syrian woman gazes out the window at the Swiss Alps, Muse Mohammed/IOM 2015 Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
33 Refugees receive three main types of pre-departure services Health assessments Movement services, documentation, flight bookings, etc. Pre-departure (cultural) orientation A Syrian child receiving his medical Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
34 Medical Health Assessments Screening locations in the Middle East and North Africa Medical processing includes: Pre-exam Diagnostics Medical history and vital signs Physical Electronic data sharing A medical exam in Jordan Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
35 Health Protocol publications/pre-entry-health-asse ssments-guidance-for-uk-refugees
36 Movement Services Visas Travel documents IOM bags Arrange all travel-related services Escorts Handover to local authorities Syrians meet at an assembly point in Amman, Jordan to begin their journey Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
37 Cultural Orientation Building a foundation for integration Learner-centred, interactive, participatory approach 10 hours delivered once case has been approved Key priority messages Topics: UK intro, Travel, Postarrival services, Cultural Adaptation A Cultural Orientation Class Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
38 Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
39 Cultural Adjustment Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
40 What is Culture Shock? Common type of definition: A state of bewilderment and distress experienced by an individual who is suddenly exposed to a new, strange, or foreign social and cultural environment. -Dictionary.com More simply put: The stress of transition, in all areas of life Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
41 Symptoms of culture shock Anger Boredom Irritability Anxiety Intense homesickness Panic attacks Loss of motivation Loss of self-confidence Withdrawal Compulsive behaviour Excessive amounts of time spent on insular activities such as sleeping or watching TV Feelings of helplessness or hopelessness Suicidal thoughts Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM). All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher.
42 The stages of cultural adjustment
43
44
45 Ager and Strang Framework for Integration (commissioned by the Home Office) Markers and Means Employment Housing Education Health Social Social Bridges Social Bonds Social Links Connection (Host Community) (Family and likegroups) (Government Services) Facilitators Language & Cultural Knowledge Safety & Stability Foundation Rights & Citizenship
46 Integration Also see: New Scots Final Report 2017 Includes links to other resources
47 Thank you! Ahmad al-rashid Meredith Radke Copyright 2018 International Organization for Migration (IOM) All rights reserved. No part of this presentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher. IOM cannot be held responsible for actions carried out on the basis of the information provided in this presentation.
Situation for Children in Syria and Neighbouring Countries
Situation for Children in Syria and Neighbouring Countries 1. CONTEXT The Syrian crisis continues to deteriorate leading to significant human tragedy within Syria itself and also in the context of its
More information8-12. A Multilingual Treasure Hunt. Subject: Preparation: Learning Outcomes: Total Time: Citizenship, PHSE, Languages, Geography,
A Multilingual Treasure Hunt P1 Image : UNHCR / E.On. A Multilingual Treasure Hunt Subject: Citizenship, PHSE, Languages, Geography, Learning Outcomes: For students to have experienced a situation where
More informationA Human Tragedy 14 REFUGEE TRANSITIONS ISSUE MODERN CONFLICTS
MODERN CONFLICTS A Human Tragedy More than 2.5 million Syrians have fled their homes since the outbreak of the civil war in March 2011, taking refuge in neighbouring countries or within Syria itself. One
More informationRefugee Health and Humanitarian Action MDES-3500 (3 Credits / 45 class hours)
Refugee Health and Humanitarian Action MDES-3500 (3 Credits / 45 class hours) SIT Study Abroad Program: Jordan: Refugees, Health, and Humanitarian Action PLEASE NOTE: This syllabus is representative of
More informationTHE REFUGEE AND ASYLUM EXPERIENCE The Refugee and Asylum Experience VFST
THE REFUGEE AND ASYLUM EXPERIENCE 2014 1 Refugees and Asylum Seekers Experiences War Torture Dangerous flight Refugee camp Urban living in transit countries Detention center 2 Refugees and Asylum Seekers
More information15 th OSCE Alliance against Trafficking in Persons conference: People at Risk: combating human trafficking along migration routes
15 th OSCE Alliance against Trafficking in Persons conference: People at Risk: combating human trafficking along migration routes Vienna, Austria, 6-7 July 2015 Panel: Addressing Human Trafficking in Crisis
More informationTHREE YEARS OF CONFLICT AND DISPLACEMENT
MARCH 2014 THREE YEARS OF CONFLICT AND DISPLACEMENT HOW THIS CRISIS IS IMPACTING SYRIAN WOMEN AND GIRLS THREE YEARS OF CONFLICT AND DISPLACEMENT 1 Syrian women and girls who have escaped their country
More informationContextual Studies in Counseling and Humanitarian Action MDES 3000 (3 Credits / 45 hours)
Contextual Studies in Counseling and Humanitarian Action MDES 3000 (3 Credits / 45 hours) SIT Study Abroad Program: Jordan: Counseling and Humanitarian Action Internship PLEASE NOTE: This syllabus is representative
More informationFUNDING. Unfunded 47% (USD 106 M) UNHCR s winterization strategy focuses on three broad areas of intervention;
REGIONAL WINTERIZATION PROGRESS REPORT Syria and Iraq situations (Syria, Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt) As of 31 October 2017 This winter, UNHCR plans to provide winter assistance to 3.81 million
More informationPREVENTING A LOST GENERATION: LEBANON. Growing Up Without an Education Barriers to Education for Syrian Refugee Children in Lebanon
H U M A N R I G H T S W A T C H PREVENTING A LOST GENERATION: LEBANON Growing Up Without an Education Barriers to Education for Syrian Refugee Children in Lebanon SUMMARY HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH JULY 2016 My
More information3 years of conflict and isolation for the most vulnerable people
Syria Crisis Situation Update March 2014 3 years of conflict and isolation for the most vulnerable people Three years after the start of the war, which continues to ravage Syria, there are no signs of
More informationSYRIAN REFUGEES IN LEBANON
SYRIAN REFUGEES IN LEBANON In 2005, following the assassination of former Sunni Prime Minister Rafik Hariri, youth of all walk-of-life took the streets and began the very first of the Arab Springs. So
More informationIOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis
IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis SITUATION REPORT 1 February 13 June 2013 Young refugee children in the IOM reception center at Za atri Camp while their
More informationUNHCR s winterization strategy focuses on three broad areas of intervention:
REGIONAL WINTERIZATION PROGRESS REPORT Syria and Iraq situations (Syria, Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt) As of 31 January 2018 UNHCR developed a regional winterization plan for 2017-2018 based
More informationRefugees and Displaced Populations in the Context of Jordan
Refugees and Displaced Populations in the Context of Jordan MDES-3000 (3 Credits / 45 class hours) SIT Study Abroad Program: Jordan: Refugees, Health, and Humanitarian Action PLEASE NOTE: This syllabus
More informationVISION IAS
VISION IAS www.visionias.in (Major Issues for G.S. Advance Batch : 2015) GLOBAL REFUGEE CRISIS Table of Content 1 Introduction... 2 2 Worst Affected Regions... 2 3 Refugee Crisis: a shared responsibility...
More informationEMERGING RESETTLEMENT COUNTRIES JOINT SUPPORT MECHANISM (ERCM)
INTRODUCTION In light of the recent and rapid expansion in the number of emerging resettlement countries willing to develop resettlement programmes, a need has been identified to set up a platform specifically
More informationSUPPORTING REFUGEE CHILDREN DURING PRE-MIGRATION, IN TRANSIT AND POST-MIGRATION
SUPPORTING REFUGEE CHILDREN DURING PRE-MIGRATION, IN TRANSIT AND POST-MIGRATION HOW CAN WE HELP? Nilufer Okumus The aim of this guide is to increase awareness on how refugee children are affected psychologically
More informationWith fifth year of Syria crisis, a generation s future is at stake
WFP News Video With fifth year of Syria crisis, a generation s future is at stake WFP News Video: Syria Crisis LOCATION:Damascus, Syria / Zataari, Jordan / Amman, Jordan Shot: 3rd / 4th / 11th March 2015
More informationIOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis 4 September 2012
IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis 4 September 2012 4 September 2012 This report is produced by the (IOM) on its humanitarian response for the crisis in
More informationEC/68/SC/CRP.19. Community-based protection and accountability to affected populations. Executive Committee of the High Commissioner s Programme
Executive Committee of the High Commissioner s Programme Standing Committee 69 th meeting Distr.: Restricted 7 June 2017 English Original: English and French Community-based protection and accountability
More information13 September 2012 HIGHLIGHTS
IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis 13 September 2012 13 September 2012 This report is produced by the (IOM) on its humanitarian response for the crisis
More informationWORKING ENVIRONMENT. 74 UNHCR Global Appeal 2017 Update. UNHCR/Charlie Dunmore
WORKING ENVIRONMENT The situation in the Middle East and North Africa region remains complex and volatile, with multiple conflicts triggering massive levels of displacement. Safe, unimpeded and sustained
More informationLanguage for Resilience
Language for Resilience The role of language in enhancing the resilience of Syrian refugees and host communities Summary report www.britishcouncil.org/language-for-resilience Language for Resilience 01
More informationin Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon and the Syrian Arab Republic 2011 Summary
in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon and the Syrian Arab Republic 2011 Summary Introduction Four years following the mass influx of Iraqis into neighbouring countries during 2006 2007, significant numbers of displaced
More informationIraq Situation. Working environment. Total requirements: USD 281,384,443. The context. The needs
Iraq Situation Total requirements: USD 281,384,443 Working environment The context The complexity of the operational, logistical and political environment in Iraq makes it a challenge for UNHCR to implement
More informationJamal AlFakhouri, Regional CO Coordinator MENA Region
Jamal AlFakhouri, Regional CO Coordinator MENA Region May 28, 2015 Morocco Algeria Tunisia Libya Turkey Lebanon Israel Syria Iraq Egypt Jordan Kuwait Bahrain Qatar UAE Saudi Arabia Oman MENA Region Yemen
More information150,000,000 9,300,000 6,500,000 4,100,000 4,300, ,000, Appeal Summary. Syria $68,137,610. Regional $81,828,836
Syria Crisis IOM Appeal 2014 SYRIA HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE RESPONSE PLAN (SHARP) REGIONAL RESPONSE PLAN (RRP) 2014 9,300,000 Persons in need of humanitarian assistance in Syria 6,500,000 Internally Displaced
More informationRegional winterization programme progress report
SYRIA AND IRAQ SITUATIONS 2018-2019 Regional winterization programme progress report November 2018 / Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt This winter, UNHCR aims to provide winterization assistance
More informationSYRIA REGIONAL REFUGEE RESPONSE Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Turkey
SYRIA REGIONAL REFUGEE RESPONSE Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Turkey 24 August 2012 This weekly update provides a snapshot of the United Nations and partners response to the influx of Syrian refugees into Jordan,
More informationAUSTRALIA S ASYLUM POLICIES
AUSTRALIA S ASYLUM POLICIES What s happening and how do we respond? Paul Power CEO, Refugee Council of Australia 16 March 2014 Global displacement today Photo: UNHCR 46 million people forcibly displaced
More informationThe Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement programme
Report by the Comptroller and Auditor General Home Office The Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement programme HC 626 SESSION 2016-17 13 SEPTEMBER 2016 Our vision is to help the nation spend wisely. Our
More informationHISAR SCHOOL JUNIOR MODEL UNITED NATIONS Globalization: Creating a Common Language. Advisory Panel
HISAR SCHOOL JUNIOR MODEL UNITED NATIONS 2018 Globalization: Creating a Common Language Advisory Panel Ensuring the safe resettlement of Syrian refugees RESEARCH REPORT Recommended by: Iris Benardete Forum:
More informationMeasuring Living Conditions and Integration of Refugees
Measuring Living Conditions and Integration of Refugees Eric B. Jensen, U.S. Census Bureau Filip Tanay, European Commission International Forum on Migration Statistics January 15-16, 2018 Any views expressed
More informationCOUNTRY CHAPTER IRE IRELAND BY THE GOVERNMENT OF IRELAND
COUNTRY CHAPTER IRE IRELAND BY THE GOVERNMENT OF IRELAND Ireland Overview Resettlement programme since: 1999 Selection Missions: Yes Dossier Submissions: Yes Resettlement Admission Targets for 2015: Admission
More informationREIMAGINE SYRIA: SHARING OUR STORIES Student Handouts
REIMAGINE SYRIA: SHARING OUR STORIES Student Handouts Global Nomads Group 2017 Reimagine Syria: Sharing Our Stories is made possible thanks to the generous support of our partners at The Bezos Family Foundation,
More informationIOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis
IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis SITUATION REPORT 27 June 2013 2013 1 February Top Left Syrian refugees carry NFIs from an IOM NFI distribution in Zahrani,
More information10:14. #HowWillTheyHear 10 MINUTES 14 DAYS
10:14 10 MINUTES 14 DAYS #HowWillTheyHear How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone
More informationA Comparative Study for the Situation of Palestinian Engineers in Lebanon and in Syria
A Comparative Study for the Situation of Palestinian Engineers in Lebanon and in Syria Introduction: The right to work is a fundamental right of human rights guaranteed under the Universal Declaration
More informationSYRIAN HOUSEHOLDS IN JORDAN,
SYRIAN HOUSEHOLDS IN JORDAN, THE KURDISTAN REGION OF IRAQ AND WITHIN SYRIA Regional Multi-Sector Analysis of Primary Data August 2014 CONTENTS SUMMARY... 2 Abbreviations and Acronyms... 4 Geographical
More informationFramework for Supporting Children from Refugee Backgrounds
Framework for Supporting Children from Refugee Backgrounds 1. Rationale 1 2. A Life Fully Lived 2 3. School Context 2 4. Background 2 4.1 Definition 2 4.2 The Refugee Experience 3 4.3 The Settlement Experience
More information2016 Planning summary
2016 Planning summary Downloaded on 24/11/2016 Operation: Egypt Location Irbid Zaatari Amman Azraq Alexandria Cairo UNHCR Information Management Unit Copyright: 20 Latest update of camps and office locations
More information2016 Year-End report. Operation: Syrian Arab Republic. Downloaded on 9/6/2017. Copyright: 2014 Esri UNHCR Information Manageme
2016 Year-End report Downloaded on 9/6/2017 Operation: Syrian Arab Republic Yerevan Ankara Van Gaziantep Sanliurfa Silopi Qamishli Dohuk Hatay Mosul Aleppo Erbil Sulaymaniya Kirkuk Nicosia Kalar Homs Tripoli
More informationAn interactive exhibition designed to expose the realities of the global refugee crisis
New York 2016 Elias Williams Doctors Without Borders Presents FORCED FROM HOME An interactive exhibition designed to expose the realities of the global refugee crisis Forced From Home is a free, traveling
More informationMigration in the 21st century and its effects on education
Migration in the 21st century and its effects on education By Human Rights Watch, adapted by Newsela staff on 06.01.17 Word Count 959 Level 1030L Refugee children from Syria at a clinic in Ramtha, Jordan,
More informationGlobal Health involvement without leaving home:
Global Health involvement without leaving home: Welcoming Syrian refugees as Family physician. François Couturier MD, MSc, DTMN&H Professor, Family Medicine Janie Giard, Md, MSc Professor, Family medicine
More informationCOUNTRY CHAPTER CZE THE CZECH REPUBLIC BY THE GOVERNMENT OF THE CZECH
COUNTRY CHAPTER CZE THE CZECH REPUBLIC BY THE GOVERNMENT OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC Czech Republic 2018 Overview: Resettlement programme since: Selection Missions: Dossier Submissions: Resettlement Admission
More informationRefugee Council Briefing on the Queen s Speech 2017
Queen s Speech 2017 Refugee Council Briefing on the Queen s Speech 2017 June 2017 About the Refugee Council The Refugee Council is one of the leading organisations in the UK working with people seeking
More informationAlan AGE 3, IRAQ. MILLIONS OF CHILDREN ARE DISPLACED by war and other threats, in Syria and around the world.
Alan AGE 3, IRAQ MILLIONS OF CHILDREN ARE DISPLACED by war and other threats, in Syria and around the world. They flee their homes with little more than the clothes on their backs, not knowing when or
More informationCountry Chapters - UNHCR Resettlement Handbook COUNTRY CHAPTER URU URUGUAY BY THE GOVERNMENT OF. August 2011, revised July 2016 Uruguay Page 1
COUNTRY CHAPTER URU URUGUAY BY THE GOVERNMENT OF URUGUAY August 2011, revised July 2016 Uruguay Page 1 Overview Uruguay: Resettlement Programme Since: 2009 Selection Missions: Yes Dossier Submissions:
More informationAddressing the diverse stresses impacting Syrian Refugees: Challenges, Opportunities and Tools
Addressing the diverse stresses impacting Syrian Refugees: Challenges, Opportunities and Tools About Us - In School Settlement Program CONNECT SETTLE INTEGRATE The ISSP provides settlement information
More informationPalestinian Refugees. ~ Can you imagine what their life? ~ Moe Matsuyama, No.10A F June 10, 2011
Palestinian Refugees ~ Can you imagine what their life? ~ Moe Matsuyama, No.10A3145003F June 10, 2011 Why did I choose this Topic? In this spring vacation, I went to Israel & Palestine. There, I visited
More informationCurrent refugee crisis this is what German foreign policy is doing. Tasks, data and facts
Current refugee crisis this is what German foreign policy is doing Tasks, data and facts more than 65 million Germany At the current time, there are more than 65 million people in the world who have fled
More informationInput from ABAAD - Resource Centre for Gender Equality to the High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2018
Input from ABAAD - Resource Centre for Gender Equality to the High Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2018 July 7, 2018 Building stable, prosperous, inclusive and sustainable societies requires
More informationRegional winterization progress report
SYRIA AND IRAQ SITUATIONS Regional winterization progress report Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt / October 2018 This upcoming winter, UNHCR aims to provide live-saving winterization assistance
More informationSUPPLEMENTARY APPEAL 2015
SUPPLEMENTARY APPEAL 2015 Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea Initiative Enhancing responses and seeking solutions 4 June 2015 1 June December 2015 June December 2015 Cover photograph: Hundreds of Rohingya crammed
More informationOpen to Internal and External Candidates
Open to Internal and External Candidates Position Title : Project Assistant, Case Management Duty Station : Cairo, Egypt Classification : General Service Staff, Grade G4 Type of Appointment : Fixed-term,
More informationIraqi Refugee Processing Fact Sheet
Iraqi Refugee Processing Fact Sheet Updated: June 3, 2011 U.S. Refugee Admissions Program The U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) is an inter-agency effort involving a number of governmental and non-governmental
More informationCommunity-Based Protection Survey Findings and Analysis
Community-Based Protection Survey Findings and Analysis Prepared by a joint UNHCR-NGO-Academia team, drawing from a global CBP survey, March 2014, for the 2014 UNHCR-NGO Annual Consultations CBP Session
More informationResponse to National Housing Federation Consultation on Funding Supported and Sheltered Housing
Response to National Housing Federation Consultation on Funding Supported and Sheltered Housing This response is made by Refuge, the country s largest provider of specialist services for women and children
More informationOutreach team July 2013
JORDAN HEALTH AID SOCIETY Outreach team July 2013 Syrian Refugees at East of Mafraq JHAS 1 Syrian Refugees at East of Mafraq... 3 Objectives:... 3 Methodology:... 4 Human Rights and Protection... 4 Livelihoods...
More informationUnited Nations Office of the High Commission for Refugees
United Nations Office of the High Commission for Refugees Background Guide The United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) was established on December 14, 1950 by the United Nations
More informationCouncil of the European Union Brussels, 5 April 2016 (OR. en)
Council of the European Union Brussels, 5 April 2016 (OR. en) 7462/16 LIMITE ASIM 46 NT 8 COMIX 253 NOTE From: To: Subject: Presidency Representatives of the Governments of the Member States Standard Operating
More informationTHE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Submission by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees For the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Compilation Report - Universal Periodic Review: THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA I. BACKGROUND
More informationMIGRANT AND REFUGEE CRISIS IN EUROPE: CHALLENGES, EXPERIENCES AND LESSONS LEARNT IN THE BALKANS
MIGRANT AND REFUGEE CRISIS IN EUROPE: CHALLENGES, EXPERIENCES AND LESSONS LEARNT IN THE BALKANS Dr. Sc. Rade Rajkovchevski, Assistant Professor at Faculty of Security Skopje (Macedonia) 1 Europe s top
More informationWORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO)
WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO) BACKGROUND GUIDE CHAIRS SURITA BASU MICHELLE PAK LEXINGTON 1 COMMITTEE OVERVIEW: The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is
More informationIOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis
IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis SITUATION REPORT 29 August - 121 September February 2013 A nervous flyer checks to see where the emergency exit doors
More informationOperational Guidance Note: Preparing Abridged Resettlement Registration Forms (RRFs) for the Expedited Resettlement Processing
Operational Guidance Note: Preparing Abridged Resettlement Registration Forms (RRFs) for the Expedited Resettlement This Operational Guidance Note provides guidelines for drafting and preparing abridged
More information1 of 7. IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis. 15 November HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS SITUATION OVERVIEW
IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis This report is produced by the (IOM) on its humanitarian response for the crisis in Syria. The summary covers events and activities until. HIGHLIGHTS Syria: IOM
More informationUnderstanding Syrians in Turkey
Understanding Syrians in Turkey Background Executive Summary Methodology Findings Sample 2 Background It is estimated that over 2 million Syrians have taken refuge in Turkey since the outbreak of the crisis
More information1 of 7. IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis HIGHLIGHTS SITUATION OVERVIEW. in Syria. The summary covers events and activities until 1 November.
IOM Regional Response to the Syria Crisis 1 November This report is produced by the (IOM) on its humanitarian response for the crisis in Syria. The summary covers events and activities until 1 November.
More informationSOCIAL SUPPORT MODEL FOR SYRIAN REFUGEES JANUARY 2018,
SOCIAL SUPPORT MODEL FOR SYRIAN REFUGEES JANUARY 2018, 1 GAZİANTEP Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality acts with the slogan called Development Starts in Local Level and the Municipality is pioneer for
More informationEMHRN Position on Refugees from Syria June 2014
EMHRN Position on Refugees from Syria June 2014 Overview of the situation There are currently over 2.8 million Syrian refugees from the conflict in Syria (UNHCR total as of June 2014: 2,867,541) amounting
More informationCITIES IN CRISIS CONSULTATIONS - Gaziantep, Turkey
CITIES IN CRISIS CONSULTATIONS - Gaziantep, Turkey April 06 Overview of Urban Consultations By 050 over 70% of the global population will live in urban areas. This accelerating urbanization trend is accompanied
More information75% funding gap in 2014 WHO funding requirements to respond to the Syrian crisis. Regional SitRep, May-June 2014 WHO Response to the Syrian Crisis
Regional SitRep, May-June 2014 WHO Response to the Syrian Crisis 9.5 MILLION AFFECTED 1 WHO 6.5 MILLION 2,7821,124 570,000 150,000 DISPLACED 1 REFUGEES 1 INJURED 2 DEATHS 222 STAFF IN THE COUNTRY (ALL
More informationSponsoring Syrian Refugees
Sponsoring Syrian Refugees UNHCR Parastoo Aznavehzadeh& Said Nixon Bangura Ontario RSTP Trainers Funded by: Agenda Part 1: Who can be sponsored? Part 2: Who can sponsor refugees? Part 3: What are sponsors
More informationRecommendations for CEDAW Committee on the Protection of Women s Human Rights in Conflict and Post-Conflict Contexts
Recommendations for CEDAW Committee on the Protection of Women s Human Rights in Conflict and Post-Conflict Contexts Submitted by the Women s Information Center (Georgia, June, 2011) In 2010 Women s Information
More informationSUPPORTING DIGNIFIED CHOICES NRC cash-based NFI distribution in refugee camps in Jordan
SUPPORTING DIGNIFIED CHOICES NRC cash-based NFI distribution in refugee camps in Jordan The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) in Jordan has directly assisted more than 360,000 vulnerable Syrian refugees
More informationWHO s Humanitarian Response in. Syrian Arab Republic
WHO s Humanitarian Response in Syrian Arab Republic 1 Contents Background: Key Humanitarian Health Issues WHO Syria Actions in 2014 WHO Syria Innovative Approaches Health Sector Response Plan for 2015
More informationMYAN NSW Discussion Paper Emerging issues in education for young people from refugee backgrounds in NSW August 2012
MYAN NSW Discussion Paper Emerging issues in education for young people from refugee backgrounds in NSW August 2012 Introduction The need for coordinated and more comprehensive education support for young
More informationEuropean Refugee Crisis Children on the Move
European Refugee Crisis Children on the Move Questions & Answers Why are so many people on the move? What is the situation of refugees? There have never been so many displaced people in the world as there
More informationHow Do Refugees Get to St. Louis?
Immersion Investment Inclusion How Do Refugees Get to St. Louis? Anna E. Crosslin June 6, 2017 Flight Fleeing from war, persecution, usually with only the clothes on their backs Usually think they will
More informationUNDERSTANDING THE SYRIAN CRISIS THROUGH VIRTUAL REALITY
UNDERSTANDING THE SYRIAN CRISIS THROUGH VIRTUAL REALITY A Global Nomads Group Curriculum Virtual Reality Lab gng.org Program Outcomes and Structure Student Learning Outcomes This program is designed to
More informationRELIANCE ON CAMPS CREATES FEW GOOD OPTIONS
FIELD REPORT A POWERFUL VOICE FOR LIFESAVING ACTION December 5, 2012 Contact: Daryl Grisgraber SYRIAN REFUGEES: RELIANCE ON CAMPS CREATES FEW GOOD OPTIONS The civil war in Syria has forced large numbers
More informationTeaching the Refugee Newcomer Student
Teaching the Refugee Newcomer Student Welcome Objectives: EXPLORE REFUGEE/IMMIGRANT INTAKE IDENTIFY & MITIGATE KEY SYMPTOMS OF TRAUMATIC STRESS IN THE SCHOOL SETTING Hello! Louise El Yaafouri (Kreuzer)
More informationFighting Hunger Worldwide HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES
WFP s Response Inside Syria and in Neighbouring Countries: Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey, Iraq and Egypt Situation Report # 32 Reporting Period: 9-15 December 2012 Fighting Hunger Worldwide HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES
More informationWhole School Classroom Activities
3 Whole School Classroom Activities Activity Plans for Teachers This booklet contains teachers activity plans for the Whole School Classroom Activities for the People Forced to Flee Forum. It provides
More informationInternational Rescue Committee Turkey: Strategy Action Plan
International Rescue Committee Turkey: Strategy Action Plan ` THE IRC IN SOMALIA: STRATEGY ACTION PLAN 1 Issued March 2016 IRC2020 GLOBAL STRATEGY OVERVIEW The International Rescue Committee s (IRC) mission
More informationUNITED NATIONS INTERNATIONAL MEETING ON THE QUESTION OF PALESTINE
UNITED NATIONS INTERNATIONAL MEETING ON THE QUESTION OF PALESTINE The role of youth and women in the peaceful resolution of the question of Palestine UNESCO Headquarters, Paris 30 and 31 May 2012 CHECK
More informationCITY MIGRATION PROFILE AMMAN
International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD), United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG) and United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN - HABITAT). www.icmpd.org/mc2cm Co-funded by
More informationTrump's entry ban on refugees will increase human vulnerability and insecurity, expert says 31 March 2017, by Brian Mcneill
Trump's entry ban on refugees will increase human vulnerability and insecurity, expert says 31 March 2017, by Brian Mcneill Trump's travel ban recently with VCU News. As someone who has worked with refugees
More information2018 Planning summary
2018 Planning summary Downloaded on 19/11/2017 Operation: Syrian Arab Republic Yerevan Ankara Van Gaziantep Sanliurfa Silopi Qamishli Duhok Hatay Mosul Aleppo Erbil Sulaymaniya Kirkuk Nicosia Tartous Tripoli
More informationWho is coming to PEI anyway?
Who is coming to PEI anyway? PEI helps to resettle 40-60 Government Assisted refugees every year. Approx. 10 come through private sponsorships. REFUGEES Immigrants Short term settlement and long term integration
More informationTRAVEL ROLE OF LOCAL RESETTLEMENT AGENCY U.S. REFUGEE ADMISSIONS PROGRAM OVERSEAS CULTURAL ORIENTATION OBJECTIVES AND INDICATORS
U.S. REFUGEE ADMISSIONS PROGRAM OVERSEAS CULTURAL ORIENTATION OBJECTIVES AND INDICATORS TRAVEL Refugees need to prepare to travel from location of origin to final destination Participants can identify
More informationProviding access to Healthcare for Refugees arriving in the UK Dr Peter Gough, Doctors of the World UK
Providing access to Healthcare for Refugees arriving in the UK Dr Peter Gough, Doctors of the World UK MÉDECINS DU MONDE PROVIDING ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE FOR EXCLUDED PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD 400 programmes
More information2018 Planning summary
2018 Planning summary Downloaded on 19/11/2017 Operation: Lebanon Tartous Homs Qobayat Tripoli Mont Lebanon Zahle Damascus Tyre Sweida Copyright: 2014 Esri UNHCR Information Manageme People of Concern
More informationHow urban Syrian refugees, vulnerable Jordanians and other refugees in Jordan are being impacted by the Syria crisis A SUMMARY
7YEARS INTO EXILE How urban Syrian refugees, vulnerable Jordanians and other refugees in Jordan are being impacted by the Syria crisis A SUMMARY CARE INTERNATIONAL IN JORDAN AMMAN, JUNE 2017 CARE International
More informationBrussels Syria Conference April 2018
Briefing paper 12/04/2018 Brussels Syria Conference April 2018 The Syrian armed conflict is now in its eighth year. It is a war which has created the largest current displacement crisis in the world. Of
More informationVisit IOM s interactive map to view data on flows: migration.iom.int/europe
Mixed Migration Flows in the Mediterranean and Beyond ANALYSIS: FLOW MONITORING SURVEYS DATA COLLECTED 09 OCTOBER 2015 30 JUNE 2016 605 INTERVIEWS WITH ADOLSCENT YOUTH BETWEEN 15 AND 18 YEARS WERE CONDUCTED
More information1) Palestinian Issue:
Prepared by: Ms. Khawla Khalaf the Director of Al Buss Center Date: 3/2/2015 To: RE: Members of Fluchtlingskinder in Lebanon Association for Refugee Children in Lebanon Germany Annual report about Al Buss
More information