This document summarizes access to socio-economic rights for refugees across six African countries: Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and Sudan. It provides data on refugee populations and internally displaced persons in each country. It then examines refugees' access to healthcare, education, and employment in the legal framework and realities of each location. Key challenges include lack of documentation, discrimination, limited resources, and restrictions on formal employment for refugees.
There were 82.4 million forcibly displaced people globally by the end of 2020, the highest number on record. Conflicts in places like Afghanistan, Somalia, Yemen, Syria, the Sahel region of Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, and northern Mozambique forced millions more to flee their homes throughout the year. The COVID-19 pandemic made it harder for people fleeing conflict and persecution to reach safety, as many countries closed their borders. A total of 11.2 million people became newly displaced in 2020. Solutions like voluntary returns saw limited success due to mobility restrictions and ongoing insecurity.
This document discusses forced migration using the examples of Rohingya refugees and Syrian refugees. It defines forced migration as migration caused by conflicts, persecution, disasters or development projects. The Rohingya crisis is discussed, explaining how Rohingya faced discrimination in Burma based on their ethnicity, language and religion, forcing hundreds of thousands to flee to Bangladesh and India. The Syrian refugee crisis is also summarized, outlining how the Syrian civil war since 2011 has displaced millions of Syrians internally and to neighboring countries like Turkey, Lebanon and Jordan. In both cases, refugees face challenges in meeting basic needs and lack of protection in host countries.
The document discusses the international legal framework protecting the right to health for refugees and migrants. It explains that refugee law and international human rights law both establish rights to health. Refugee law requires countries to provide lawfully staying refugees access to social services like health care equivalent to nationals. The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights establish rights to health and non-discriminatory access to health services. However, migrants still face barriers to realizing these rights in practice due to discrimination, social attitudes, and legal status restrictions.
Global forced displacement increased in 2015, with 65.3 million individuals forcibly displaced worldwide as a result of conflict, violence, and persecution. This was 5.8 million more than in 2014 and the highest level of displacement since World War II. Over 12.4 million people were newly displaced in 2015, including 8.6 million within their own countries and 1.8 million who became refugees. Developing regions hosted the majority of the world's refugees, with Turkey hosting the largest number at over 2.5 million, mostly Syrian refugees.
The document discusses Australian policy on asylum seekers and mandatory detention. It outlines that Australian law requires the detention of all non-citizens without a valid visa, including asylum seekers who arrive without proper documentation. However, mandatory detention policies have been criticized for violating human rights and inflicting physical and mental health problems on detainees due to long detention periods. The document also examines different theories on refugee migration and the definition of refugees under international law.
The document discusses several key topics related to refugees:
- The UN defines a refugee as someone who flees their home country due to persecution for reasons of race, religion, nationality, social group or political opinion.
- There are currently around 11-12 million refugees worldwide, though the number has fluctuated in recent decades due to various global conflicts.
- In addition to refugees, there are an estimated 12-24 million internally displaced persons who have fled persecution or conflict but remain within their home countries.
- The UNHCR was established in 1950 to lead international efforts to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems globally. It currently assists over 36 million refugees and other displaced persons.
The document is a thesis presented by Robert AFUH to fulfill requirements for a Professional Master's Degree in International Relations at the University of Yaounde II. The thesis examines the social protection of refugees in Cameroon. It acknowledges contributions from professors, staff, and others who assisted in the research. It provides abbreviations and acronyms, a list of appendices including interview guides and relevant laws and decrees, and an abstract in English and French.
The document summarizes the dire situation facing ethnic and religious minorities in Iraq. It finds that ISIS has committed war crimes and genocide against minorities, including executions, rape, and destruction of cultural sites. Over 3.3 million people are now displaced in Iraq, including many minorities, and conditions in displacement camps remain desperate. After two years, there are no serious efforts by the Iraqi or international community to build conditions for the sustainable return of displaced minorities. As a result, many minority communities in Iraq are on the verge of disappearing.
There were 82.4 million forcibly displaced people globally by the end of 2020, the highest number on record. Conflicts in places like Afghanistan, Somalia, Yemen, Syria, the Sahel region of Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, and northern Mozambique forced millions more to flee their homes throughout the year. The COVID-19 pandemic made it harder for people fleeing conflict and persecution to reach safety, as many countries closed their borders. A total of 11.2 million people became newly displaced in 2020. Solutions like voluntary returns saw limited success due to mobility restrictions and ongoing insecurity.
This document discusses forced migration using the examples of Rohingya refugees and Syrian refugees. It defines forced migration as migration caused by conflicts, persecution, disasters or development projects. The Rohingya crisis is discussed, explaining how Rohingya faced discrimination in Burma based on their ethnicity, language and religion, forcing hundreds of thousands to flee to Bangladesh and India. The Syrian refugee crisis is also summarized, outlining how the Syrian civil war since 2011 has displaced millions of Syrians internally and to neighboring countries like Turkey, Lebanon and Jordan. In both cases, refugees face challenges in meeting basic needs and lack of protection in host countries.
The document discusses the international legal framework protecting the right to health for refugees and migrants. It explains that refugee law and international human rights law both establish rights to health. Refugee law requires countries to provide lawfully staying refugees access to social services like health care equivalent to nationals. The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights establish rights to health and non-discriminatory access to health services. However, migrants still face barriers to realizing these rights in practice due to discrimination, social attitudes, and legal status restrictions.
Global forced displacement increased in 2015, with 65.3 million individuals forcibly displaced worldwide as a result of conflict, violence, and persecution. This was 5.8 million more than in 2014 and the highest level of displacement since World War II. Over 12.4 million people were newly displaced in 2015, including 8.6 million within their own countries and 1.8 million who became refugees. Developing regions hosted the majority of the world's refugees, with Turkey hosting the largest number at over 2.5 million, mostly Syrian refugees.
The document discusses Australian policy on asylum seekers and mandatory detention. It outlines that Australian law requires the detention of all non-citizens without a valid visa, including asylum seekers who arrive without proper documentation. However, mandatory detention policies have been criticized for violating human rights and inflicting physical and mental health problems on detainees due to long detention periods. The document also examines different theories on refugee migration and the definition of refugees under international law.
The document discusses several key topics related to refugees:
- The UN defines a refugee as someone who flees their home country due to persecution for reasons of race, religion, nationality, social group or political opinion.
- There are currently around 11-12 million refugees worldwide, though the number has fluctuated in recent decades due to various global conflicts.
- In addition to refugees, there are an estimated 12-24 million internally displaced persons who have fled persecution or conflict but remain within their home countries.
- The UNHCR was established in 1950 to lead international efforts to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems globally. It currently assists over 36 million refugees and other displaced persons.
The document is a thesis presented by Robert AFUH to fulfill requirements for a Professional Master's Degree in International Relations at the University of Yaounde II. The thesis examines the social protection of refugees in Cameroon. It acknowledges contributions from professors, staff, and others who assisted in the research. It provides abbreviations and acronyms, a list of appendices including interview guides and relevant laws and decrees, and an abstract in English and French.
The document summarizes the dire situation facing ethnic and religious minorities in Iraq. It finds that ISIS has committed war crimes and genocide against minorities, including executions, rape, and destruction of cultural sites. Over 3.3 million people are now displaced in Iraq, including many minorities, and conditions in displacement camps remain desperate. After two years, there are no serious efforts by the Iraqi or international community to build conditions for the sustainable return of displaced minorities. As a result, many minority communities in Iraq are on the verge of disappearing.
The document discusses refugees around the world and the legal framework surrounding refugee status and rights. It provides details on specific refugee populations such as Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, Jewish refugees in Europe, and discusses international laws and conventions regarding refugees including the 1951 Refugee Convention. It also discusses issues related to refugee healthcare, education, detention, and resettlement.
The document provides an overview of the current state of international refugee law and the challenges faced. It discusses key definitions and concepts, the 1951 Refugee Convention and UNHCR mandate, major migration routes and the rights of refugees. It examines the Syrian civil war and the case study of Aylan Kurdi to highlight the humanitarian crisis. It outlines international legal protections and the interaction of hard and soft law approaches. The challenges include limited access to protection, issues of state jurisdiction, and difficulties providing humanitarian aid. Future prospects may involve more accepting country policies and defining responsibility thresholds for intervention.
The document discusses the refugee crisis in Syria and its impact on surrounding countries. It summarizes that Syria, once a major refugee hosting country, is now the fastest producing country of refugees as the conflict continues. Neighboring countries like Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey, Iraq and Egypt are sheltering over 3 million Syrian refugees but this is causing economic problems and increasing social tensions. The UN is expecting the number of refugees to rise to 4.1 million by the end of 2014 and hopes more international support can help relieve the burden on surrounding countries now stretched beyond their capacity to cope with the large influx of refugees.
The document discusses the rights of refugees under international law. It defines a refugee according to the 1951 Refugee Convention as someone who has fled their country due to a well-founded fear of persecution for reasons of race, religion, nationality, political opinion or membership in a particular social group. It outlines that refugees' basic rights include protection from refoulement, freedom of movement, identity documents, education and work. It also discusses the role of the UNHCR in protecting refugees and lists some populations of refugees in India, such as Tibetans, Sri Lankan Tamils, Bhutanese Nepalis and Hindu Pakistanis.
Migration numbers and refugees emergency across the mediterreneanAndrea Ciantar
This document discusses migration and refugee issues in Europe and around the Mediterranean. It provides statistics on global forced displacement showing 65.3 million forcibly displaced people worldwide in 2015. Over half of all refugees came from Syria, Afghanistan, and Somalia. It also summarizes information on why people are fleeing countries like Syria, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Nigeria, and Somalia due to issues like civil war, violence, and human rights violations. The document then discusses the increasing numbers of migrants and refugees crossing the Mediterranean into Europe in recent years and the deaths that have occurred. It outlines the EU's agenda to address migration and policies around relocation of refugees within the EU.
The document discusses human rights violations that lead to refugee movements. It defines refugees according to international law and outlines their rights. It notes that at the end of 2008, 42 million people were forcibly displaced internationally. The document also discusses the role of the UNHCR in protecting refugees and providing durable solutions. It provides statistics on refugee populations and countries of origin. In conclusion, it states that citizens must speak up about human rights violations even when they do not directly affect themselves.
Promoting un convention to protect rights of migrantsM S Siddiqui
Bangladesh and other countries should promote ICMW in ME countries to protect the rights of immigrants. It can sign mutual agreement with host countries to protect human rights of migrants and also more vigilance through Embassies in ME and other agencies to protect the citizens working in other countries.
The document discusses refugees and forced displacement worldwide. It notes that in 2015 there were 65.3 million forcibly displaced people, including 21.3 million refugees. The top three source countries of refugees were Syria, Afghanistan, and South Sudan. Most refugees are hosted in Turkey, Pakistan, Lebanon, Iran, Ethiopia, and Jordan. The document also provides statistics on stateless people and averages of people forced to flee daily.
This document discusses various topics related to human migration and displacement. It defines key terms like migration, refugee, and internally displaced persons (IDPs). It also discusses the different types of migration like voluntary vs forced migration. Push and pull factors that influence migration decisions are explained. Examples of government policies and programs around the world to address issues like facilitating migrant returns, naturalization policies, and integration measures are provided. The document also discusses UNHCR's role and approaches in supporting IDPs, such as prioritizing protection, emergency preparedness, operational response, integrated programming, and building local and national capacities.
Shaul Arieli's Presentation in Australianifaustralia
This document summarizes the challenges of establishing two independent states of Israel and Palestine based on the 1967 borders. It outlines the conflicting national narratives and demographic trends that threaten Israel's identity as a Jewish state. Alternative proposals like annexation or a single state are assessed as impractical and destabilizing. The document argues bilateral security arrangements and an incremental Israeli withdrawal from the West Bank combined with international support offers the best path for two democratic states to peacefully coexist.
Judge in the Dock: As the March 10 deadline for Justice Karnan’s response to contempt notice nears, the larger issue of disciplining judges assumes a national dimension
This document provides an overview of the book "Refugees and the Law". It discusses the definition of a refugee under international law and the criteria used, including the well-founded fear of persecution and the grounds of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, and political opinion. It also outlines the general principles for determining refugee status, such as the inclusion and exclusion clauses. The document then discusses the relationship between refugees and international human rights law, and the role of the UNHCR in refugee protection. It provides information on the codification of refugee law through international treaties. In summary, the document introduces some of the key concepts and issues addressed in the book regarding international refugee law.
The document summarizes the differences between two UN organizations that aid refugees - UNHCR and UNRWA. UNHCR aids all refugees globally with a goal of resettlement, while UNRWA solely aids Palestinian refugees with a goal of preserving their refugee status indefinitely. As a result, the number of Palestinian refugees has grown significantly over time in contrast to other refugee populations aided by UNHCR who are resettled within 1 year. The document argues that if UNHCR had aided Palestinian refugees instead, their numbers would be much lower today and the Israel-Arab conflict potentially resolved.
Whether it’s the rich western world of Europe and America where millions of refugees have landed in hope of asylum, or the South-East Asian countries like Malaysia, and Bangladesh, where thousands of Rohingya Muslims have entered from Buddhist Myanmar, the world is witnessing a refugee crisis far intense than ever before.
Although India has decided to deport nearly 40,000 Rohingyas, who illegally entered India from Myanmar and Bangladesh borders, but on the other hand, India is home to nearly 3 lakh refugees from 30 odd countries.
Apart from refugees from neighbouring countries like Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Pakistan and Bangladesh, India also houses refugees from rich western countries like the US, UK, France, Germany and Australia.
According to the latest available data which was presented by Minister Of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju in March 2016, a total of 2,89,394 refugees living in India (as on 31/12/2014) from 28 different countries which also included stateless people. This the number of refugees living in India legally and doesn’t include the numbers of Rohingyas and Bangladeshi migrants living illegally in India.
This PPT shows the situation of Refugees in India
This document discusses durable solutions to refugee crises, focusing on Angolan refugees in Zambia. It provides context on Zambia's history of welcoming refugees from conflicts in Sub-Saharan Africa. Zambia launched a Strategic Framework to support local integration of 10,000 eligible former Angolan refugees who have lived in Zambia for over 40 years. The framework aims to benefit those refugees who do not want to return to Angola. It also committed to integrating 4,000 former Rwandese refugees. The brief analyzes implementation of the framework and the socio-economic situation of former Angolan refugees that make local integration a viable option for Zambia. It concludes by recommending how Zambia
The Muslim world is now a world of conflict and forced migrants (Dar al harb wa al muhajirun). Asylum and “refuge-seeking” are two important themes in Islamic history.
Islamic theory and teachings relating to refugees and forced displacement are known as hijrah law. It is quite different from modern refugee law. It arguably gives more protection to asylum-seekers and refugees (mustaminun). However, hijrah law is rarely referred to or invoked today. If they were taken into consideration, it could contribute greatly to the protection of the forcibly displaced. It might also reduce the numerous problems refugees all over the globe are facing.
The Human Rights Council (HRC) is responsible for promoting and protecting human rights around the world. This committee will discuss protecting the rights of migrants. Migrants face many challenges, including lack of political and legal protections, violence, inadequate housing, and barriers to education. While migration benefits receiving countries economically, countries of origin can face "brain drain". The committee will consider solutions like international treaties or domestic policies to address migrants' issues and uphold their human rights.
There were 43.7 million people worldwide forcibly displaced from their homes in 2010, approximately the entire population of Spain. Of these, 15.4 million people were refugees. The document discusses several myths and misconceptions around asylum seekers and refugees, seeking to clarify the legal rights of asylum seekers and the situations and circumstances that compel people to flee their home countries in search of protection.
Syrian Refugees in United Nations High Commissioner for RefugeesAddison Burns
The document summarizes the experiences of a Syrian refugee woman and her family who fled to Jordan to escape the violence of the Syrian Civil War. She describes how her son was killed by a sniper and she feared for the safety of her daughters from sexual violence, so they fled Syria and hid in forests for three months before crossing into Jordan. When stopped by Jordanian soldiers, they welcomed her instead of sending her back without papers. The document then provides background on Jordan's history of receiving refugees from conflicts in Palestine and Iraq, and the challenges of supporting a growing refugee population that now includes over 550,000 Syrians.
Sida provided 211 MSEK in humanitarian assistance to UNHCR in 2013 to respond to emergency refugee situations. The majority of funding went to operations in Africa and Asia, with the largest recipients being Mali, Yemen, Chad, Syria, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. All Sida support is based on assessments of humanitarian needs and aims to protect and assist refugees and internally displaced persons. In 2013, Sida funding helped UNHCR provide assistance to over 143,000 refugees and internally displaced people.
Global Trends in Forced Displacement 2022dynamo777
UNHCR's Global Trends report presents key statistical trends and the latest official statistics on refugees, asylum-seekers, internally displaced and stateless people worldwide
The document discusses refugees around the world and the legal framework surrounding refugee status and rights. It provides details on specific refugee populations such as Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, Jewish refugees in Europe, and discusses international laws and conventions regarding refugees including the 1951 Refugee Convention. It also discusses issues related to refugee healthcare, education, detention, and resettlement.
The document provides an overview of the current state of international refugee law and the challenges faced. It discusses key definitions and concepts, the 1951 Refugee Convention and UNHCR mandate, major migration routes and the rights of refugees. It examines the Syrian civil war and the case study of Aylan Kurdi to highlight the humanitarian crisis. It outlines international legal protections and the interaction of hard and soft law approaches. The challenges include limited access to protection, issues of state jurisdiction, and difficulties providing humanitarian aid. Future prospects may involve more accepting country policies and defining responsibility thresholds for intervention.
The document discusses the refugee crisis in Syria and its impact on surrounding countries. It summarizes that Syria, once a major refugee hosting country, is now the fastest producing country of refugees as the conflict continues. Neighboring countries like Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey, Iraq and Egypt are sheltering over 3 million Syrian refugees but this is causing economic problems and increasing social tensions. The UN is expecting the number of refugees to rise to 4.1 million by the end of 2014 and hopes more international support can help relieve the burden on surrounding countries now stretched beyond their capacity to cope with the large influx of refugees.
The document discusses the rights of refugees under international law. It defines a refugee according to the 1951 Refugee Convention as someone who has fled their country due to a well-founded fear of persecution for reasons of race, religion, nationality, political opinion or membership in a particular social group. It outlines that refugees' basic rights include protection from refoulement, freedom of movement, identity documents, education and work. It also discusses the role of the UNHCR in protecting refugees and lists some populations of refugees in India, such as Tibetans, Sri Lankan Tamils, Bhutanese Nepalis and Hindu Pakistanis.
Migration numbers and refugees emergency across the mediterreneanAndrea Ciantar
This document discusses migration and refugee issues in Europe and around the Mediterranean. It provides statistics on global forced displacement showing 65.3 million forcibly displaced people worldwide in 2015. Over half of all refugees came from Syria, Afghanistan, and Somalia. It also summarizes information on why people are fleeing countries like Syria, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Nigeria, and Somalia due to issues like civil war, violence, and human rights violations. The document then discusses the increasing numbers of migrants and refugees crossing the Mediterranean into Europe in recent years and the deaths that have occurred. It outlines the EU's agenda to address migration and policies around relocation of refugees within the EU.
The document discusses human rights violations that lead to refugee movements. It defines refugees according to international law and outlines their rights. It notes that at the end of 2008, 42 million people were forcibly displaced internationally. The document also discusses the role of the UNHCR in protecting refugees and providing durable solutions. It provides statistics on refugee populations and countries of origin. In conclusion, it states that citizens must speak up about human rights violations even when they do not directly affect themselves.
Promoting un convention to protect rights of migrantsM S Siddiqui
Bangladesh and other countries should promote ICMW in ME countries to protect the rights of immigrants. It can sign mutual agreement with host countries to protect human rights of migrants and also more vigilance through Embassies in ME and other agencies to protect the citizens working in other countries.
The document discusses refugees and forced displacement worldwide. It notes that in 2015 there were 65.3 million forcibly displaced people, including 21.3 million refugees. The top three source countries of refugees were Syria, Afghanistan, and South Sudan. Most refugees are hosted in Turkey, Pakistan, Lebanon, Iran, Ethiopia, and Jordan. The document also provides statistics on stateless people and averages of people forced to flee daily.
This document discusses various topics related to human migration and displacement. It defines key terms like migration, refugee, and internally displaced persons (IDPs). It also discusses the different types of migration like voluntary vs forced migration. Push and pull factors that influence migration decisions are explained. Examples of government policies and programs around the world to address issues like facilitating migrant returns, naturalization policies, and integration measures are provided. The document also discusses UNHCR's role and approaches in supporting IDPs, such as prioritizing protection, emergency preparedness, operational response, integrated programming, and building local and national capacities.
Shaul Arieli's Presentation in Australianifaustralia
This document summarizes the challenges of establishing two independent states of Israel and Palestine based on the 1967 borders. It outlines the conflicting national narratives and demographic trends that threaten Israel's identity as a Jewish state. Alternative proposals like annexation or a single state are assessed as impractical and destabilizing. The document argues bilateral security arrangements and an incremental Israeli withdrawal from the West Bank combined with international support offers the best path for two democratic states to peacefully coexist.
Judge in the Dock: As the March 10 deadline for Justice Karnan’s response to contempt notice nears, the larger issue of disciplining judges assumes a national dimension
This document provides an overview of the book "Refugees and the Law". It discusses the definition of a refugee under international law and the criteria used, including the well-founded fear of persecution and the grounds of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, and political opinion. It also outlines the general principles for determining refugee status, such as the inclusion and exclusion clauses. The document then discusses the relationship between refugees and international human rights law, and the role of the UNHCR in refugee protection. It provides information on the codification of refugee law through international treaties. In summary, the document introduces some of the key concepts and issues addressed in the book regarding international refugee law.
The document summarizes the differences between two UN organizations that aid refugees - UNHCR and UNRWA. UNHCR aids all refugees globally with a goal of resettlement, while UNRWA solely aids Palestinian refugees with a goal of preserving their refugee status indefinitely. As a result, the number of Palestinian refugees has grown significantly over time in contrast to other refugee populations aided by UNHCR who are resettled within 1 year. The document argues that if UNHCR had aided Palestinian refugees instead, their numbers would be much lower today and the Israel-Arab conflict potentially resolved.
Whether it’s the rich western world of Europe and America where millions of refugees have landed in hope of asylum, or the South-East Asian countries like Malaysia, and Bangladesh, where thousands of Rohingya Muslims have entered from Buddhist Myanmar, the world is witnessing a refugee crisis far intense than ever before.
Although India has decided to deport nearly 40,000 Rohingyas, who illegally entered India from Myanmar and Bangladesh borders, but on the other hand, India is home to nearly 3 lakh refugees from 30 odd countries.
Apart from refugees from neighbouring countries like Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Pakistan and Bangladesh, India also houses refugees from rich western countries like the US, UK, France, Germany and Australia.
According to the latest available data which was presented by Minister Of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju in March 2016, a total of 2,89,394 refugees living in India (as on 31/12/2014) from 28 different countries which also included stateless people. This the number of refugees living in India legally and doesn’t include the numbers of Rohingyas and Bangladeshi migrants living illegally in India.
This PPT shows the situation of Refugees in India
This document discusses durable solutions to refugee crises, focusing on Angolan refugees in Zambia. It provides context on Zambia's history of welcoming refugees from conflicts in Sub-Saharan Africa. Zambia launched a Strategic Framework to support local integration of 10,000 eligible former Angolan refugees who have lived in Zambia for over 40 years. The framework aims to benefit those refugees who do not want to return to Angola. It also committed to integrating 4,000 former Rwandese refugees. The brief analyzes implementation of the framework and the socio-economic situation of former Angolan refugees that make local integration a viable option for Zambia. It concludes by recommending how Zambia
The Muslim world is now a world of conflict and forced migrants (Dar al harb wa al muhajirun). Asylum and “refuge-seeking” are two important themes in Islamic history.
Islamic theory and teachings relating to refugees and forced displacement are known as hijrah law. It is quite different from modern refugee law. It arguably gives more protection to asylum-seekers and refugees (mustaminun). However, hijrah law is rarely referred to or invoked today. If they were taken into consideration, it could contribute greatly to the protection of the forcibly displaced. It might also reduce the numerous problems refugees all over the globe are facing.
The Human Rights Council (HRC) is responsible for promoting and protecting human rights around the world. This committee will discuss protecting the rights of migrants. Migrants face many challenges, including lack of political and legal protections, violence, inadequate housing, and barriers to education. While migration benefits receiving countries economically, countries of origin can face "brain drain". The committee will consider solutions like international treaties or domestic policies to address migrants' issues and uphold their human rights.
There were 43.7 million people worldwide forcibly displaced from their homes in 2010, approximately the entire population of Spain. Of these, 15.4 million people were refugees. The document discusses several myths and misconceptions around asylum seekers and refugees, seeking to clarify the legal rights of asylum seekers and the situations and circumstances that compel people to flee their home countries in search of protection.
Syrian Refugees in United Nations High Commissioner for RefugeesAddison Burns
The document summarizes the experiences of a Syrian refugee woman and her family who fled to Jordan to escape the violence of the Syrian Civil War. She describes how her son was killed by a sniper and she feared for the safety of her daughters from sexual violence, so they fled Syria and hid in forests for three months before crossing into Jordan. When stopped by Jordanian soldiers, they welcomed her instead of sending her back without papers. The document then provides background on Jordan's history of receiving refugees from conflicts in Palestine and Iraq, and the challenges of supporting a growing refugee population that now includes over 550,000 Syrians.
Sida provided 211 MSEK in humanitarian assistance to UNHCR in 2013 to respond to emergency refugee situations. The majority of funding went to operations in Africa and Asia, with the largest recipients being Mali, Yemen, Chad, Syria, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. All Sida support is based on assessments of humanitarian needs and aims to protect and assist refugees and internally displaced persons. In 2013, Sida funding helped UNHCR provide assistance to over 143,000 refugees and internally displaced people.
Global Trends in Forced Displacement 2022dynamo777
UNHCR's Global Trends report presents key statistical trends and the latest official statistics on refugees, asylum-seekers, internally displaced and stateless people worldwide
The document discusses various definitions related to refugees, internally displaced persons, asylum seekers, and stateless individuals according to international law. It notes that a refugee is someone who has fled their country due to persecution, war, or violence and cannot return, while an internally displaced person has fled within their own country. It provides global statistics on forcibly displaced populations, including that over 68 million individuals were displaced worldwide by the end of 2017. The top countries that people are fleeing from include Syria, Afghanistan, South Sudan, Myanmar, and Somalia.
The document summarizes the differences between UNHCR and UNRWA, the two main UN organizations that deal with refugees. UNHCR has a broader mandate to assist all refugees globally, while UNRWA only assists Palestinian refugees. UNRWA's definition of a Palestinian refugee includes descendants of original refugees in perpetuity, while UNHCR aims for refugees to resettle within a few months. This has led UNRWA to have a much higher budget and staff despite assisting far fewer people overall than UNHCR. The document argues that if UNHCR had been responsible for Palestinian refugees, their numbers would be lower and the Israeli-Arab conflict could have been resolved.
The document summarizes the situation of Syrian refugees in Turkey. It notes that Turkey hosts over 2.7 million Syrian refugees, more than half of the total 5 million Syrian refugees displaced due to the ongoing civil war in Syria. While Turkey has made significant efforts to accommodate the refugees, they face many issues related to their legal status, basic needs like food and healthcare, education, employment, and demographic changes in regions near the Syria border.
This document provides background information on international refugee law and asylum policies in the UK. It defines an asylum seeker and notes that over 5 million people have sought asylum in Western countries since the 1980s. The key international legal framework is the 1951 Geneva Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. The document outlines the UK's asylum laws and policies over time, including the role of organizations like UNHCR and the Refugee Council in providing guidance and legal interventions. It also presents statistics on global refugee numbers and asylum applications to various countries.
This document discusses refugee protection and international legal instruments related to protecting refugees. It provides definitions of key terms like refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, and stateless persons. Refugees have the right to seek asylum and protection from persecution. The UNHCR works to protect the rights of refugees and other vulnerable groups through activities like ensuring access to asylum procedures and basic human rights. International laws and treaties that provide guidance on protecting refugees include the 1951 Refugee Convention, regional agreements, and international human rights and humanitarian law.
WPA/CAREIF Position Statement EUROPE Migrant Crisis.Albert Persaud
Position Statement: Europe Migrant & Refugee Crisis. Migrant, Refugees and Asylum Seekers’ Needs in Europe.
World Psychiatric Association along with Careif and the Centre for Psychiatry -a WPA Collaborating Centre - in Queen Mary, University of London, calls for action.
WPA/CAREIF Position Statement EUROPE Migrant Crisis.MrBiswas
Position Statement: Europe Migrant & Refugee Crisis: Migrant, Refugees and Asylum Seekers’ Needs in Europe: World Psychiatric Association along with Careif and the Centre for Psychiatry -a WPA Collaborating Centre - in Queen Mary, University of London, calls for action.
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Refugees’ Access to Work Opportunities A Case of Kakuma Camp in Kenyaijtsrd
This study analyses the access of refugees to Kenyan job market. The study was carried out in Kakuma refugee camp. The Kakuma camp hosts refugees and asylum seekers, from South Sudan, Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia and other African countries UNHCR, 2015 . The majority of refugees are from South Sudan, with 2016 data showing that over 320,000 South Sudanese refugees had registered in Kakuma. The study sought to address the policy documents in place that seek to improve access to formal employment for refugees in Kenya. Paul Ekitoe "Refugees’ Access to Work Opportunities: A Case of Kakuma Camp in Kenya" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-6 | Issue-5 , August 2022, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd50647.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/humanities-and-the-arts/education/50647/refugees’-access-to-work-opportunities-a-case-of-kakuma-camp-in-kenya/paul-ekitoe
The document discusses asylum seekers, refugees, and the resettlement process. It provides definitions of asylum seekers and refugees, explains that resettlement is a voluntary UNHCR program, and notes that less than 1% of refugees globally are resettled each year. It also outlines Australia's annual refugee quota and summarizes some of the services refugees receive upon resettlement in Australia as well as research findings on the long-term economic and social contributions of refugees. Famous individuals who were once refugees are also listed.
UNOCHA Global Humanitarian Overview. Status Report of august 2014Mario Robusti
2014 has seen a major surge in humanitarian crises around the world. Inter-agency strategic response and regional response plans now target over 76 million people in thirty-one countries compared to 52 million in December 2013. 102 million people are estimated to be in need of humanitarian assistance compared to 81 million in December 2013. Global financial requirements to cover humanitarian needs rose from US$12.9 billion in 2013 to $17.3 billion now. More and more crises are having a regional impact with a spill-over effect on countries which are already fragile.
This document discusses challenges related to migration and development cooperation. It notes that while migration brings both opportunities and challenges, perceptions of migrants are often negative. The 2030 Agenda and Global Compact on Migration provide a framework for managing migration in a way that benefits development. However, locally-led solutions tailored to specific contexts are needed. Collecting disaggregated data on migration and the SDGs can help inform evidence-based policies. Advocacy is also important to change negative narratives around migration and highlight migrants' contributions. Protecting vulnerable groups like women and ensuring their participation is key. Cooperation between countries is necessary to develop protection-sensitive policies on mixed migration flows.
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1. Scalabrini Institute for Human Mobility in Africa
NOVEMBER 2017
Democratic Republic of Congo I Ethiopia I Kenya I Nigeria
South Africa and Sudan
ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC RIGHTS
FOR REFUGEES: A COMPARISON ACROSS
SIX AFRICAN COUNTRIES
2. 2 Executive Summary
By the end of 2016, according to the UNHCR (2017)1
, more
than 65 million people across the globe had left their homes
in search of protection from conflicts,wars and persecutions.
Sub-Saharan Africa hosted a total of 5.1 million refugees,
more than 26 per cent of the world’s refugee population, a
growing number (constituting a 16 per cent increase over
2015) due mainly to refugees from Burundi, the Central
African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo,
Eritrea, Somalia, South Sudan, and Sudan. The number
of refugees from South Sudan nearly doubled, increasing
from 778 700 at end-2015 to over 1.4 million people at
end-2016. By mid-2016 (latest available statistics) the
UNHCR (2016)2
also counted a total of 1.3 million asylum-
seekers and 10.5 million internally displaced persons
(IDPs). In 2016, Uganda was the African country hosting the
highest number of refugees (940 800), followed by Ethiopia
(791 600), while Sudan and Nigeria both hosted over 2.2
million IDPs.
Moreover, 11.6 million refugees, representing some two-
thirds of all refugees, were in protracted refugee situations
at the end of 2016, mostly in African countries. The number
of refugees living in a protracted refugee situation, in some
cases for decades,increased in 2016,thus making countries
of asylum in Africa reliant on foreign aid and humanitarian
assistance provided by the UN Refugee Agency. This makes
it clear that it is not only necessary to tackle the root causes
of displacement, but also to find durable solutions for those
individuals who have spent almost their entire lives in exile
searching for peace and safety.
Apart from a few isolated cases and good practices to
integrate refugee populations, the most common reaction is
to not welcome refugees, preventing them from accessing
the territory and restricting their entitlements to socio-
economic rights such as basic education, healthcare and
employment. The denial of basic human rights and the
erosion of refugee protection in Africa are both issues
of great concern which require a collective effort in order
to better manage the refugee crisis and ameliorate the
hardship experienced by refugees.
1 Executive Summary778700
1400000
refugees
940 800
791 600
65 000 000
SUDAN
UGANDA
ETHIOPIA
refugees
increased
2015 2016
26%
16%
NIGERIA
2 091 000
IDPs
2 225 557
IDPs
people across the globe who left their
homes in search of protection
world’s refugee
population in Africa
increase since
2016
10 500 000
SOUTH
SUDAN
IDPs
MILLION
5.1
refugees
3. 3Definitions
2 Definitions
2.1 A Refugee
According to the 1951 Geneva Convention3
a ‘refugee’ is a person who
[o]wing to well-founded fear of being persecuted for reasons of race, religion, nationality,
membership of a particular social group or political opinion, is outside the country of his nationality
and is unable, or owing to such fear, is unwilling to avail himself of the protection of that country;
or who, not having a nationality and being outside the country of his former habitual residence as
a result of such events, is unable or, owing to such fear, is unwilling to return to it.
2.2 An Asylum-Seeker
According to a definition of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)4
an asylum seeker is
[a] person who seeks safety from persecution or serious harm in a country other than his or her
own and awaits a decision on the application for refugee status under relevant international and
national instruments. In case of a negative decision, the person must leave the country and may
be expelled, as may any non-national in an irregular or unlawful situation, unless permission to
stay is provided on humanitarian or other related grounds.
2.3 An Internally Displaced Person (IDP)
The Convention for the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons in Africa (Kampala
Convention) offers a definition of IDPs as follows:
[p]ersons or groups of persons who have been forced or obliged to flee or to leave their homes or
places of habitual residence, in particular as a result of or in order to avoid the effects of armed
conflict, situations of generalized violence, violations of human rights or natural or human-made
disasters, and who have not crossed an internationally recognized State border.
2.4 An Economic Migrant
Through such expression we intend:
[a] person leaving his or her habitual place of residence to settle outside his or her country of
origin in order to improve his or her quality of life. This term is often loosely used to distinguish
from refugees fleeing persecution, and is also similarly used to refer to persons attempting to
enter a country without legal permission and/or by using asylum procedures without a bona
fide claim. It may equally be applied to persons leaving their country of origin for the purpose of
employment.5
4. 4 ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES
3 ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC
RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES
= 45
1 327asylum-
seekers
451 956
refugees
14%
2 232 900
IDPs
Number of persons
of concern – 2016
3 319 006
19%632 823
returnees
= 21 100
3.1 The Democratic Republic of
Congo (Drc)
At the end of 2016, the number of persons of concern for
the in the DRC amounted to 3 319 006 including 451 956
refugees, 1 327 asylum-seekers, 632 823 returnees and
2 232 900 IDPs.6
At the end of 2015, statistics showed
that the DRC represents the ninth major refugee-hosting
country in the world.7
At the same time, in the same period,
the DRC also represented the sixth major source country of
refugees in the world,8
making it, like several other African
countries, a simultaneous ‘producer’ and host of refugees.
This data confirms how the country’s economic resources
and capacities to host refugees are extremely stressed.9
3.1.1 Access to healthcare
Access to a decent healthcare system still represents a
problem among large pockets of the locals and consequently
access to healthcare for refugees is also problematic, the
main reason being both the lack of financial resources and
the poor quality of services provided.
3.1.2 Access to education
The standard of basic education received by refugee children
is the same received by Congolese children. Conversely, and
in spite of the law, access to higher education for refugees
remains problematic because refugees often need to start
working earlier in order to support their families.10
3.1.3 Access to employment
As such, there is no formal possibility for refugees to
penetrate the job market in the DRC, because of excessive
fees (sometimes a refugee must pay a fee equivalent to
one or more future monthly salaries in order to be hired)
and because of quotas introduced to favour nationals.
67%
5. 5ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES
= 100
1 964asylum-
seekers
791 631
refugees
99%
1%1returnee
3.2 Ethiopia
At the end of 2016, the persons of concern for the UNHCR
in Ethiopia amounted to 794 133 of which 791 631 were
refugees, 1 964 asylum-seekers, 1 returnee and 537
classified by the UNHCR as “others.”11
Statistics show that
at the end of 2015, Ethiopia was the first country in Africa
(fifth in the world)12
for number of refugees hosted and the
second country in the world for number of refugees per
1 USD Gross Domestic Product (GDP) (Purchasing Power
Parity: PPP) per capita (453 refugees).13
In 1988, the Ethiopian Administration for Refugee and
Returnee Affairs (ARRA) was established to coordinate,
on behalf of the Federal Republic Government of Ethiopia,
the management of refugees as well as the provision of
services. ARRA works with several implementing partners
to deliver basic services like relief, health, education and
water sanitation to refugees.14
3.2.1 Access to healthcare
Several organisations are very active in Ethiopia and among
those is Medécins Sans Frontières (MSF), which has been
working in strict contact with the national authorities to
increase capacity, respond to outbreaks of disease and fill
gaps in basic and emergency healthcare for the fast-growing
population, which includes a large number of refugees.
3.2.2 Access to education
Refugees in Ethiopia are allowed to access education (and
to work) in the same way in which Ethiopia’s laws allow
other foreign nationals in Ethiopia to do so.15
3.2.3 Access to employment
With no access to the formal employment market, many
refugees in both camps and urban areas are restricted to
informal jobs with no legal protection and, sometimes, no
way to gain access to legal employment.
Number of persons
of concern – 2016
794 133
573others
6. 6 ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES
3.3 KENYA
At the end of 2016, the number of persons of concern
for the UNHCR in Kenya amounted to 514 867, including
451 099 refugees, 43 764 asylum-seekers, 4 returnees
and 20 000 stateless persons.16
At the end of 2015,
statistics showed that Kenya remained the seventh major
refugee hosting country in the world,17
and the fifth major
country for number of refugees per 1 USD Gross Domestic
Product (GDP) (Purchasing Power Parity: PPP) per capita
(180 refugees).
3.3.1 Access to healthcare
The 2010 Constitution of Kenya18
grants the right to health
for “every person”, however, the 2006 Refugee Act19
does
not contain any specific provision on the right to health for
refugees and asylum-seekers. The refugee camp of Dadaab,
which was supposed to be closed by the end of 2016,20
has
presented several issues concerning the public health of
refugees who are settled there.
3.3.2 Access to education
Despite legislative provisions, “education is one of the
most pressing unmet need[s] in Kenyan refugee camps.”21
In the camps of Kenya, civil society organizations provide
vital educational services to refugees of different age
groups”.22
Refugees indicate that the utmost obstacles to
their admission and retention in camps’ schools consist
of insufficient infrastructures and poor quality of education
delivered.23
Although refugee children in urban areas are
allowed to attend public schools, the increasing population
of school-aged refugees has produced congestion and a low
quality of education.
3.3.3 Access to employment
Although the right to work for urban refugees has been
confirmed in 2013 by the High Court in Nairobi,24
many
refugees struggle to exercise their right to work as Kenyan
authorities are often reluctant to let refugees out of camps.
Moreover, those who work in town hold low-paying jobs.25
Refugees in camps have virtually no chance of employment26
and in towns they face many difficulties in accessing formal
employment.
= 1000
43 764
asylum-
seekers
451 099
refugees
87%
20 000
STATELESS
PERSONS
1%4returnees
Number of persons
of concern – 2016
514 867
7. 7ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES
3.4 NIGERIA
At the end of 2016, the number of persons of concern for
the UNHCR in Nigeria amounted to 2 911 012, including
1 367 refugees, 467 asylum-seekers and 2 091 000 IDPs.27
As the abovementioned figure shows, while the number of
refugees in Nigeria is very small, IDPs represent a real
plight for the country.
3.4.1 Access to healthcare
Amongst its key strategic objectives, the 2015 National
Migration Policy stipulates that “government should provide
healthcare for refugees and displaced persons who have
entered Nigeria, especially women, children, and the
physically challenged, in camps or other places of abode,
in collaboration with UNHCR, IOM, WHO, the Nigerian Red
Cross Society, UNFPA and UNAIDS”.28
3.4.2 Access to education
Education is one of the highest priorities for refugees and
IDPs communities. When refugees are not in towns and
their situation has been clearly assessed (in this last case,
refugees have the right to attend public schools) education
has mostly been taken charge of by NGOs, sometimes
constituting faith-based groups.29
3.4.3 Access to employment
Unlike the rights to health and basic education, the 1999
Constitution of Nigeria stipulates that the right to work,
is exclusively reserved for “citizens.” The 2015 National
Migration Policy provides that government should “[f]
acilitate the access of refugees to work and education
opportunities […] through the articulation of an Urban
Refugees Assistance Programme.”30
Number of persons
of concern – 2016
2 911 012
= 10
467
asylum-
seekers
1 367
refugees
0.1%
2 091 000
IDPs
71.8%
8. 8 ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES
29%
3.5 SOUTH AFRICA
In 2015,the number of international migrants present in South
Africa was estimated to be 3 142 511, or 5.6 percent of the
total population. In the same year, the National Immigration
Information System (NIIS) showed that the registered refugee
population was 119 500.31
At the end of 2016, the number
of persons of concern for the UNHCR amounted to 309 342,
including 91 043 refugees and 218 299 asylum-seekers.32
3.5.1 Access to healthcare
Chapter Two of the Constitution of South Africa33
states
that everyone has the right to have access to health care
services, including reproductive health care services and
that no one may be denied emergency medical treatment.
Despite legislative provisions and constitutional entitlements,
asylum-seekers and refugees in South Africa face barriers to
accessing health services. These challenges are often due to
a lack of documentation. Moreover, research has also shown
the existence of “medical xenophobia” within the South
African public health system, resulting in migrants being
discriminated against because of their language, appearance
and nationality.34
3.5.2 Access to education
South African public schools often discriminate against
asylum-seekers and refugees; barriers to access basic
education include “[s]chool fees and related access costs,
lack of documentation, age and grade-placing, limited places
at school, language difficulties, xenophobia and a generalised
mistrust and miscommunication between School Governing
Boards (SGBs) and parents.”
3.5.3 Access to employment
In South Africa, both refugees35
and asylum-seekers36
have
the right to work. However, the 2016 Refugees Amendment
Bill37
seeks to restrict the right to work for asylum-seekers.
Beside the introduction of policies and legislations aiming at
restricting access to the labour market, there are a number
of barriers which prevent asylum-seekers from exercising
their right to employment. The struggle to renew eligible
documentation exposes asylum-seekers to the risk of
losing their jobs and, even when they possess appropriate
documentation, employers might be reluctant to offer them a
job due to a lack of awareness of their right to employment.
The precarious legal status of asylum-seekers in South Africa
contributes to their settling for precarious jobs.
91 043
REGISTERED
REFUGEEs
3 142 511
INTERNATIONAL
MIGRANTS
= 10 000
218 299
asylum-
seekers
Number of persons
of concern – 2016
309 342
9. 9ACCESS TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES
3.6 SUDAN
At the end of 2016, the number of persons of concern to
the UNHCR in Sudan amounted to 2 700 000, including
421 466 refugees, 16 052 asylum-seekers, 37 215
returnees, 3 758 classified by the UNHCR as “others” and
2 225 557 IDPs.38
At the end of the same year, statistics
showed that Sudan remained the fifth major source country
for refugees in the world, making it more a country of origin
than a country of destination for refugees.39
3.6.1 Access to healthcare
The 2005 Interim National Constitution of the Republic of
Sudan,40
presently in force, guarantees free, primary health
care only to “citizens”; on the same note, the provisions
of the 2008 Sudanese Public Health Law concern only
Sudanese citizens, excluding, de facto, asylum-seekers and
refugees.41
In Sudan in 2015, NGOs helped to respond to health
emergencies and disease outbreaks, particularly in Darfur
where the Sudanese Ministry of Health has called for
specialist healthcare support to reinforce its capacity.
3.6.2 Access to education
The Sudanese Constitution provides for the right to
education in its Article 44 (Right to Education), where it
clearly affirms that free, basic education is only reserved for
citizens. The Child Act of 2010 seems to be more liberal,
providing that “[e]very Child shall have the right to general
education”.
3.6.3 Access to employment
The Regulation of Asylum Act 197442
permitted refugees to
work, but with restrictions. However, under the Asylum Act
2014 refugees are not allowed to work in sensitive sectors
of the economy, including the ones related to security and
national defense,43
but in theory they have a right to engage
in liberal professions instead.44
Even though the Asylum Act
2014 permits refugees to engage in wage-earning activities,
the reality tells a different story. This happens for various
reasons: work permits are difficult to obtain because the
procedure requires documentation to which many refugees
may not have access. Unable to enter the formal labor
market, refugees often turn to the informal economy where
they are subjected to low wages and massive exploitation
by employers.
Number of persons
of concern – 2016
2 700 000
= 1000
16 052
asylum-
seekers
421 466
refugees
16%
2 225 557
IDPs
1%
37 215
returnees
= 1240
82%
3 758
others
10. 10 Recommendations
1. States need to make more efforts to collectively address the root causes of forced displacement
to effectively tackle the refugee crisis on the continent. Many African countries are shouldering the
burden of hosting refugees and this is putting their financial resources under stress. It is imperative
that States use their capacities to find adequate and collective solutions for refugees, as proposed
by the 2016 Global Compact on Responsibility Sharing for Refugees drafted by the United Nations.
2. It is necessary to establish a regional body able to coordinate refugee protection on the continent.
The 1969 OAU Convention, in fact, does not make provision for a regional institution or agency to
handle the problem of refugees and IDPs. This leaves all responsibilities relating to the application
of the UN and OAU Refugee Conventions to the ‘informal’ supervision of the UNHCR and other
organisations, both governmental and non-governmental.
3. There is a need to develop operational guidelines for the conduct of procedures in situations of
mass influx to identify refugees in need of protection. Refugees’ admission policies should be in line
with these obligations and international law.
4. In those countries where refugees are readily admitted, the treatment received by host states is
not always consistent with the provisions of the 1969 OAU Convention. Therefore, it is necessary
to uphold the existing legal obligations and normative framework to protect refugees. International,
regional and sub-regional instruments need to be ratified and domesticated and, where in place,
reservations to the 1951 Convention should be lifted. In this respect, the Special Rapporteur on
the Rights of Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Internally Displaced Persons is mandated to promote
implementation of both the UN and OAU Refugee Conventions.
5. Hosting countries need to guarantee refugees and IDPs access to primary health-care, basic
education and employment. In particular, the right to work which is protected by international and
regional human rights instruments, as well as many national constitutions, is essential to preserve
human dignity and to promote self-reliance amongst the displaced population. African States that
are home to large refugee populations do not have adequate resources to provide for the needs of
their own population and, therefore, foreign aid should aim to strengthen basic service provision in
order to improve services for both nationals and non-nationals.
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6. States should promote durable solutions for refugees, especially for those in protracted refugee
situations, including resettlement opportunities. While the UNHCR continues its efforts towards the
resettlement of African refugees in traditional resettlement countries, there is a need for African
States to reinvigorate intra-African resettlement of refugees as provided by the 1969 OAU Convention.
7. Whenever possible, hosting states should facilitate the assimilation and naturalisation of refugees,
especially those who have been living for decades in protracted refugee situations. In particular, the
denial of nationality has a negative impact on the realisation of children’s socio-economic rights,
such as access to health care and education.
8. The establishment of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights in 1987, which
has protective and promotional mandates, offers refugees and asylum-seekers the possibility to
seek protection against violations of their rights, including arbitrary expulsion, refoulement and
discrimination. However, States Parties are often not accountable and not compliant with regard to
their reporting obligations. Therefore, it is pivotal to strengthen follow-up mechanisms to enforce the
recommendations of the African Commission.
9. The creation of alternative opportunities and ‘complementary pathways’ to legally enter a country
are necessary to diversify solutions for refugees. In this regard, the promotion of regularised labour
migration can offer solutions to the livelihood needs, in particular of those refugees who have been
for many years in a protracted refugee situation.
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