Displacement in Somalia reached 3.8 M in 2023 due to climate shocks & conflict. IOM Somalia works with Federal Republic of Somalia🇸🇴, to address adverse impacts of #climatechange on communities. Amy Pope & Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi Minister Ministry of Environment & Climate Change 🇸🇴 discussed initiatives for climate adoption.

To effectively manage humanitarian crises, it is imperative to implement comprehensive strategies that foster synergy between emergency preparedness & response efforts. These strategies should seamlessly integrate with sustainable solutions aimed at resolving the crises.

In pursuit for a better future, migrants brave the deserts, treacherous seas and conflict-torn territories. These journeys are unsafe and even have deadly outcomes. It is critical to build more regular pathways for migration for people to move in a safe way.

Celebrating #UNDay with an inspiring African proverb: "To go fast, go alone; to go far, go together." The UN and its agencies exemplify unity in action, delivering life-saving assistance worldwide. Together, we make a profound difference. #UnitedNations #GlobalUnity

Delivering as 1⃣ 🇺🇳#Saameynta IOM Somalia provides housing solutions & WASH infrastructure. UN-Habitat Somalia leads urban planning & supports land institutions. UNDP Somalia backs businesses & attracts investments. 🙏to funding by Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi Norway in Somalia Netherlands in Somalia

In October flooding in #Somalia affected nearly 280,000 individuals via OCHA Somalia If the rains persist as predicted those who have been displaced will be most severely affected. #preparedness will ensure provision of life-saving assistance in the face of this ongoing crisis.

The longer internally displaced persons are displaced, the more likely they are to prefer local integration or settlement elsewhere rather than return. #PROGRESS report by @IOM_GDI Learn about challenges & solutions facing 70 million IDPs worldwide. ▶️dtm.iom.int/progress

Did you know? 1 in 3 women aged 15+ worldwide has faced gender-based violence. “I pledge that IOM will put at its highest priority protecting the women and girls we serve,” Amy Pope

Creating a world without fear for millions of women requires a concerted effort, by investing in the prevention of #GBV while addressing their unique needs. It is through these such actions that we can ensure their safety and empowerment. #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism

To prepare communities in Luuq for anticipated flooding during the Gu rainy season and minimize its impact, IOM shared information about: 🌊Flood preparedness measures ⚠️Early warning systems 🦺Evacuation sites ➡️Strategies for recovery from the floods #Preparedness

#MigrationinAfrica When it comes to the movement of people, the development of a dynamic digital ecosystem should come hand in hand with stronger continental cooperation in terms of digital governance and the protection of individual rights. Read 👉 bit.ly/3VGYjuV

Mobile clinics by IOM Somalia offer primary health services including maternal health, child nutrition and immunization to mobile & hard-to-reach populations in 🇸🇴. Bridging healthcare access barriers that these individuals face. Thanks to The Embassy of Japan in Somalia for support.

In Bardhere IOM Somalia delivered sandbags, steel wire, sand and tools to flood-prone displacement sites to enhance #preparedness during floods and minimize the impact of heavy rains on families. Using boats, teams crossed to Gedo ensuring timely delivery of assistance.

All in a day's work! IOM Somalia's team dedication and selflessness know no bounds as they tirelessly serve humanity, going to all heights to reach communities in even the most challenging circumstances. Thank you!

#WMR2024 ▶️Majority of people do not migrate across borders; larger numbers migrate within countries ▶️Majority of people continue to live in the countries where they were born —only 1 in 30 are migrants ▶️International remittances surged by 650 % 👉 bit.ly/3WsqUEH

#ClimateAction Alarmed by worsening climate change impacts and the surge in people being forced to move, countries in the East & Horn of Africa subregion supported by IGAD Secretariat East African Community signed the Kampala Ministerial Declaration on Migration, Environment & Climate Change.

"This tea shop isn't just my livelihood. It’s a place for neighbors to chat, share stories and connect. It is the heart of our [community]." Habiba runs a business at the Ladan Camp Women's Market, built by IOM. 🙏 Norway in Somalia and the Greta Thunberg Foundation

Amara and Aisha, aged 16 and 15, dreamed of a better life for themselves and their families, so they embarked on a journey to Saudi Arabia to find work. It wasn’t long before a nightmare began to unfold. Read the full story here bit.ly/3LJ4CIg #EndHumanTrafficking

“In a world full of color, sometimes simplicity steals the show” - Anonymous. Sharing my world with the world on #WorldPhotographyDay! Photo 📸: Moses Otunga 🇰🇪

.UN in Somalia continued its support for #Somalia’s priorities in March, including enhancing access to SME finance, empowering #Somali women and convening a stakeholder’s forum to discuss climate preparedness. For more: 👇 somalia.un.org/en/292666-roun…