Setting the scene

This seminar is extremely timely, as it is clear that environmental and migration issues have risen to the top of many governments’ agendas. The growing interest in migration issues, for example, is demonstrated in the exponential growth of IOM over the last decade. We now have 120 member states, up from 67 in 1998, and 19 observer states. There are also 70 regional and global inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations with observer status, as well as a sharp increase in staff, active projects, and field office locations. IOM, upon request from governments, provides technical assistance and capacity building on a range of migration issues. Pursuant to our constitution, IOM also provides a forum for states and other stakeholders for the exchange of views and experiences and the promotion of cooperation and coordination on international migration issues.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Reduced Inequalities

Sustainable Cities and Communities