Isto é mais do que um jogo 💪⚽ No dia 24 de maio, às 13h00, junte-se a nós na Praça do Comércio e à equipa de mulheres refugiadas que entram em campo numa poderosa demonstração de força, união e esperança en el marco de la Liga dos Campeões Feminina da UEFA pacnur.org/pt/atualidad...

Totally forgotten but the civil war in Sudan continues unabated. Borders must remain opened in the neighboring countries but here in the EU too to Sudanese citizens seeking safety. Sudanese must be granted asylum. www.refworld.org/policy/count...

UNHCR’s position on the recent proposal from the EU to make the returns of persons not recognised as refugees not only more effective but also sustainable. Solutions respecting the rights and dignity of persons concerned exist. www.refworld.org/legal/intleg...

Returns of people having failed to demonstrate they needed to be recognized as refugees is high on the political agenda. Now many countries are looking at establishing return hubs in third countries to force returns. Our general position on such hubs www.refworld.org/policy/legal...

To the little angels, who met so early human cruelty and, unfortunately, will never become adults... Karkiyv We, adults, bear the responsibility. What will our generation be remembered for - from Gaza to Ukraine or Myanmar, from DRCongo to the Mediterranean Sea?

“Shall I stay or shall I go?” is probably on the minds of many Syrian refugees in the EU. ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Alors qu’il y a de timides espoirs en Syrie ou peut-être même en Ukraine, le Congo retombe dans la violence Jenny sait ce qu’être forcé de devoir fuir: c’est l’histoire de sa famille Elle nous rappelle notre devoir de ne pas fermer les yeux-surtout ici @lalibre.be www.lalibre.be/debats/opini...

“Lifting sanctions hindering Syria’s early recovery but making it conditional + scaling up humanitarian aid to address urgent needs in Syria” as announced by @kajakallas.bsky.social will help find solutions for 7+ mio internally displaced & pave the way for refugee returns 🙏

Wat staat Syrische vluchtelingen in Europa te wachten na de historische verandering in Damascus? www.trouw.nl/opinie/opini... via @trouw.nl

Values & competitiveness are back in the discourse of 🇪🇺 Commission & countries They set us apart from other leaders They are the foundation of the 🇪🇺 They underpin 🇪🇺 leadership in the world Here is a reminder about what they mean on asylum + aid t.co/KVHOqMx8kf

After an historical change in Damascus, what’s now - if not: next - for Syrian refugees in Europe? www.eesc.europa.eu/en/news-medi...

During asylum processes, detention must be strictly justified by grounds clearly defined. Even when such grounds exist, *alternatives* to detention must first & foremost be considered. Check the EU Asylum Agency’s manual: euaa.europa.eu/sites/defaul... Alternatives are often as effective.

Syria Much welcome change of regime But for most Syrians inside the country or in exile, no change… yet! Still living in extremely dire conditions As Commissioner Lahbib visits the region, the EU must demonstrate its humanitarian leadership by stepping up ECHO’s financial support

Here is what Poland & Denmark should consider as they lead Europe in 2025: www.refworld.org/policy/polre... Strengthen borders & asylum systems + make returns of failed asylum claimants more effective & invest more € in third countries = for both refugees’ & EU citizens’ benefits.

Les sages paroles de Jordi Savall… et évidemment la musique.

🇮🇪 New government = new opportunities to do good on the refugee file. Here are @UNHCRIreland’s recommendations to make sure that as wanted by Irish people, those fleeing wars & persecutions are welcomed in Ireland. www.unhcr.org/ie/sites/en-...

New Humaniyarian, challenge accepted but no, this is not the end of asylum! Let’s not be blinded by short term populist decisions. Most Europeans still stand in favor of protecting those fleeing wars or persecution. But reforms are urgently needed! www.thenewhumanitarian.org/analysis/202...

Preventing foreigners to enter the EU, including for the sake of seeking asylum, have become - unfortunately - a trend these days.   The @ECHR_CEDH reiterated that denying access without looking at the claims (pushbacks) is a violation of human rights. hudoc.echr.coe.int/fre?i=001-24...

Empty glasses stained The sun rises as usual Hopes are repackaged

As you wage your wars, think of others (do not forget those who seek peace). As you return home, think of others (do not forget the people of the camps). As you think of others far away, think of yourself (say: If only I were a candle in the dark). Mahmoud Darwich

Mes réflexions de fin d’une année anxiogène dans @lesoir.bsky.social Beaucoup d’entre nous s’inquiètent pour leur avenir personnel Avons-nous encore la capacité de prendre soin des uns des autres? Persuadé qu’une majorité silencieuse l’a Elle doit se faire entendre www.lesoir.be/643346/artic...

A centre for refugees managed by refugees in BXL? #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs At @unhcr.org 🇪🇺 & 🇧🇪🇱🇺 it is not about us, but about refugees’ own resilience & leadership. We amplify their voices (and it is not about “giving voice” as they already have theirs)…

Some are leaving violence. Others are returning home. Sounds familiar? No, it is not Syria, but South Sudan. And in both places & many others, without 🇪🇺 ECHO, we would not be able to be at the service of displaced - whatever directions they take…

1. Nobody shall be forcibly returned to Syria - nobody means nobody 2. Syrians shall continue to have access to asylum in third countries - including the EU 3. Syrians will need massive supports to reintegrate if/when they decide to return - let’s be ready www.refworld.org/policy/count...

Nu 2024 ten einde loopt, vraag ik me af: kan het ons nog schelen? Miljoenen vluchten voor conflicten, maar Europa stelt zijn traditie van het bieden van toevlucht ter discussie. Laten we niet vergeten: een dak boven je hoofd hebben is een reddingsboei. www.unhcr.org/nl/2024/12/2...

Syria is at a crossroads Undoubtedly, the past - a cruel regime - must be tried Undoubtedly, nobody knows what the future holds Undoubtedly, many Syrians hope for a peaceful future in a united Syria Undoubtedly, protection must be guaranteed to those in exile who yet doubt it

With Aleppo falling in the hands of armed groups & intense fighting in Hama, thousands of Syrians are back on the road to find safety Half a million Syrian refugees in Lebanon recently returned « home » as they had no other choice 14 years of violence Never ending human misery

The Congo: a forgotten humanitarian crisis? Not for Maarten, a Belgian who joined us on the ground. Here is what he has to say… Congo: een vergeten humanitaire crisis? Niet voor Maarten, een Belg die dankzij de steun van zijn regering bij ons ter plaatse kwam. Hoor wat hij zegt…

As the electrical power grid is increasingly being targeted by Russian attacks, watch the impact on Ukrainians, especially elderly, as the winters sets in…