Author: Editorial Team
Brussels, August 3, 2024 — The European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA) has published an updated Country Guidance on Afghanistan, reaffirming that Afghan women, girls, and other vulnerable groups remain at high risk of persecution. This guidance, endorsed unanimously by all 27 EU Member States, plays a crucial role in harmonizing the assessment of asylum applications across the EU. According to the latest data from the EUAA, Afghanistan remains the second-largest source of asylum applicants in the EU. In 2023, nearly 118,000 Afghan nationals sought international protection in EU+ countries, a 12% decrease from the previous year. Germany received over…
SOS Humanitarian reports that its vessel, Humanity 1, rescued 60 individuals early this morning from a dangerous situation at sea. The overcrowded and unseaworthy fibreglass boat, carrying survivors including children, a pregnant woman, and a cat, was found after departing from Tripoli, Libya, the previous night. The survivors are in stable condition but are experiencing weakness and dizziness. The care team onboard is providing necessary support. The Italian authorities have designated Civitavecchia, 953.78 km away, as the port of safety for their disembarkation. SOS Humanitarian, a non-governmental search and rescue organization, is dedicated to upholding human rights and ensuring that…
General Information on the Fraud On July 10, 2024, Italy’s Direzione Investigativa Antimafia (DIA) revealed a massive fraud within the country’s immigration system. Arrest warrants were issued for 54 individuals involved in a scheme that exploited the Decreto Flussi initiative, an annual decree aimed at regulating the entry of non-EU workers to address labor shortages in sectors like agriculture, construction, and domestic work. The scheme involved creating fake job opportunities to fraudulently hire 2,500 immigrants, compromising the integrity of the system and extorting vulnerable migrants. Project Description The Decreto Flussi initiative, launched in 2020, allows non-EU workers to apply online…
July 30th marks the International Day against Human Trafficking, a day dedicated to raising awareness and reinforcing global efforts to combat this heinous crime. While human trafficking affects millions of people worldwide, refugees and displaced persons are among the most vulnerable. This article delves into the plight of refugees, the factors that make them susceptible to trafficking, and the global response needed to protect these vulnerable populations. The Scope of the Problem Human trafficking is a grave violation of human rights and a form of modern-day slavery. According to the International Labor Organization (ILO), there are over 40 million victims…
Paris – A total of 37 athletes from 15 nations are competing across 12 sports in Paris as part of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Refugee Olympic Team. This marks the third time the Refugee Olympic Team has participated in the Games, having been first introduced at Rio 2016. The IOC Refugee Olympic Team represents more than 100 million forcibly displaced people worldwide. Made up of 37 athletes, hosted by 15 National Olympic Committees and competing across 12 sports. The team, led by Masomah Ali Zada, who was a member of the Refugee Olympic Team in Tokyo, is the largest…
Brussels, July 15, 2024 – A newly leaked draft of the European Union Council text, proposed by the Belgian Council presidency, has sparked significant concern among human rights groups and civil society organizations. Published by Statewatch, the draft text aims to amend the 2002 Facilitation Directive, intensifying the criminalization of irregular migration and raising potential legal threats for individuals and organizations aiding migrants. In recent years there have been increasing calls from academics, civil society organisations and experts for the revision of the EU’s 2002 Facilitation Directive, to stop the ongoing criminalisation of migrants and people acting in solidarity with them. The draft, which was…
Tragedy struck in the English Channel overnight as four migrants drowned off the coast of Boulogne sur Mer on France’s northern coast while attempting to cross to Britain, the French maritime police reported on Friday, July 12. The incident unfolded when a navy patrol boat was alerted to several migrants who had fallen into the sea. A rescue operation ensued, and while several individuals were saved, four people winched out of the water by helicopter were declared dead. This latest incident brings the total number of migrant deaths this year in the Channel to 19. The perilous journey from France…
The stateless association in Germany has launched an international community campaign dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Convention relating to the Status of Stateless Persons, which was adopted on September 28, 1954. Campaign Overview: This campaign aims to highlight the ongoing struggles faced by stateless individuals worldwide and emphasize that human rights should be extended to everyone, not just citizens. Despite the adoption of the 1954 Convention, millions of people remain stateless, lacking access to fundamental rights and recognition. Campaign Goals: Participation:The campaign will feature “70 Stateless Voices” from around the world, sharing their stories through various formats such…
Imagine losing your annual harvest and crops due to unprecedented heat waves, being forced to leave your home because of rising sea levels, or even losing your child to famine. This is the harsh reality for those living on the front lines of climate change, experiencing these crises first-hand. For them, climate change is not a distant threat—it’s happening right now. In many cases, these individuals are compelled to leave their homeland and live as refugees. Unfortunately, they are not protected by international laws. The term “climate refugees” may seem like a recent concept, but it has actually been part…
A new campaign has been launched, aiming to gather one million signatures to compel the European Commission to enforce Article 4 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. This article prohibits torture and inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. The initiative comes in response to ongoing violations of these fundamental principles across Europe and its borders. Campaign Overview:The campaign highlights continuous and systematic breaches of human rights, including: Countries such as Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Spain, Libya, and Turkey have seen significant human rights violations. The campaign calls for European citizens to unite and demand that the…