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Who We Are
WHO WE AREThe International Organization for Migration (IOM) is part of the United Nations System as the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, with 175 member states and a presence in 171 countries.
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Our Work
Our WorkAs the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration, IOM plays a key role to support the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through different areas of intervention that connect both humanitarian assistance and sustainable development.
- Where We Work
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- 2030 Agenda
Facts and Figures
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Through the Migration Management Department, IOM works on developing policy guidance for use in the field; formulating global strategies; setting standards and quality control; knowledge management in relation to mainstreaming migration sectors, including labor and facilitated migration, migration and development, counter-trafficking, assisted voluntary return, migration and health, assistance to vulnerable migrants, immigration and border management, as well as global capacity building in migration management.
It is also responsible for managing the IOM Development Fund. This department is responsible for the evaluation, approval and management of multi-regional and global projects. It is also responsible for the technical supervision of experts in the Field Offices in the evaluation and approval of projects. In addition, it is responsible for operational relations with relevant governmental, multilateral, private sector and industry partners, in coordination with the International Cooperation and Partnerships Department.
The IOM Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean supports migration management through a wide range of programs and activities.