Opportunities For Youth

Deadline: 24 February 2010

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) would like to work with national and international non-governmental organizations to promote recovery through improved livelihood opportunities to benefit Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), communities at risk of displacement, and host communities. To that end, IOM invites all interested organizations to submit an Organization Profile and Concept Note in accordance with the guidance provided in this Call for Proposals. IOM reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications received. Find out more

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched the Kaa Chonjo (Watch Out!) Campaign against Human Trafficking in Kenya’s Rift Valley Province on 12 November to raise awareness and stimulate discussions on issues related to human trafficking. It will run until the end of the year.

In addition to awareness raising activities, IOM has established a referral system that enables vulnerable households within the targeted areas to embark on livelihood activities. It will provide grants for small scale entrepreneurship or to help poor families send their children to school reduces their vulnerability to human trafficking, smuggling and other forms of irregular migration.

For information please contact: Alia Hirj, IOM Nairobi ahirji@iom.int