IOM Europe and Central Asia

Today I visited a Kindergarten 📚✏️ destroyed in #Irpin during the war in #Ukraine. Brought back to life through renovations supported by a grant from @IOMUkraine and @JPEmbUA, a vital new solar power station has restored a stable learning environment for 85 children.

Businesses in Bucha and Irpin are turning recovery into reality. With IOM grants, small businesses are creating jobs, supplying essential goods & restoring confidence in war-affected communities.

Austria faces service sector shortages due to an ageing population, untapped workforce potential, and shifting market demands. Austria needs migrants to fill the gaps and ensure safe & regular pathways for their migration. Find out more here: tinyurl.com/mvtze2h8

Moved by the determination of communities in Ukraine to rebuild their lives. From small businesses reopening to partnerships driving long-term recovery, their resolve to restore livelihoods and dignity is inspiring. IOM stands firmly alongside Ukraine on this journey.

In Kyiv today with IOM Deputy Director General @LeeSungAh_ we met with Ukraine's Ombudsman @lubinetzs to emphasize IOM's shared commitment to safeguarding the rights of war-affected people and fostering a survivor-centred approach to transitional justice and reparations.

Today, I met with @matzschmale @UN_Ukraine to discuss Ukraine’s evolving needs, IOM’s recovery priorities within UN frameworks, and the importance of the UN in enabling durable solutions in Ukraine’s long-term recovery.

IOM🇲🇩 and @OBShealth launched the first Test Resilience Workshop in Moldova as part of the regional IOM-WHO initiative funded by the European Union🇪🇺 to analyze the impact of the influx of war-related migrants from Ukraine on the national health systems. ➡️bit.ly/3TVMxea

IOM stands ready to support Ukraine in safeguarding the rights of war-affected people and fostering a survivor-centred approach to transitional justice and reparations. Had a productive meeting with Ukraine’s Ombudsman @lubinetzs in Kyiv today.

There was a 29% drop in overall arrivals to Europe by the end of 2024 compared to 2025. Despite fewer arrivals, more than half (57%) of migrants report problems and protection risks enroute. Find out more about migrants travelling to Europe: tinyurl.com/bdeacpkh

IOM🇲🇩 launches online financial literacy trainings “How to manage money efficiently?” for Moldovan citizens living in Germany🇩🇪. 🔵August 15, 15:00 🔵August 22, 16:00 🖥️📱Online (Zoom - Teams) ℹ️All info: bit.ly/4kAw4Xr

Grateful for powerful exchanges this week with the EU and Denmark in New York. Together, we're driving people-centered migration governance, grounded in rights, rooted in solidarity, and backed by flexible, forward-looking support. Real solutions. Shared values.

Over 1 million Ukrainians have returned from displacement abroad. More recent returnees are facing limited job opportunities or access to essential services — 1 in 4 are considering leaving again. Discover the latest insights from ⁠our new report: bit.ly/4lqeTZW

Proud to announce the launch of the @UNmigration Supply Chain Center in Thessaloniki: a hub for humanitarian logistics, innovation & training. Together with Greece, we reaffirm our commitment to dignity, agility & solidarity in aid delivery.

This state-of-the-art Supply Chain Center will enhance IOM’s ability to deliver humanitarian aid swiftly and efficiently, reinforcing its commitment to timely, effective, and sustainable responses to crises around the world. 👉 shorturl.at/NmxJg

Armed with nothing but her oven and loved ones, Hanna built a thriving bakery from scratch after being displaced in #Ukraine. Today, it’s more than a place to buy bread. It’s a space where others uprooted find comfort and a sense of stability. Read more tinyurl.com/2h63b32v

IOM and the Government of Greece @govgr are opening a state-of-the-art supply chain centre in Thessaloniki. The facility will strengthen the swift and efficient delivery of humanitarian aid to crises around the world. iom.int/ZfJ

Everyone is tired of the war in Ukraine, but fatigue cannot be the reason we abandon those in need. Cutting aid now risks deepening crises and forcing more people to move. Peace must be the goal. Dignity must guide our response. reuters.com/world/everybod…

At the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, I emphasized the need to ensure conditions for safe, dignified returns of displaced Ukrainians through economic recovery and social cohesion efforts. IOM stands ready to support those vulnerable every step of the way. #URC2025

The strength of #Ukraine lies not only within its borders, but extends across continents. Honored to announce ⁦@UNmigration⁩’s commitment to building an Alliance for facilitating diaspora engagement for Ukraine’s recovery through data, policy and partnerships. #URC2025 🇺🇦⁦

In Rome for #URC2025 to join governments, businesses and communities working together to support Ukraine’s recovery. We are here to help rebuild lives, restore services, and stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people.