IOM Information Campaign on the islands of the North-East Aegean
14/11/2016
Press Release
On Thursday, November 17, members of the Greek Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) will be located on Chios Island, in the context of the program "The implementation of assisted voluntary return including reintegration measures."
IOM Greece carries out an information campaign on the islands of the North Sea in order to discuss and broaden ways of cooperation with local authorities and representatives of civil society. The campaign aims to continue the successful implementation of this program.
Present will be in the island of Chios,Chief of the IOM mission in Greece, Daniel Esdras, accompanied by members of the organization, who will participate in a panel discussion focused on the benefits and program processes. There will be visits to the islands of Lesvos, Kos and Leros.
The IOM office in Greece plays an important role on the world map of Voluntary Return and Reintegration programs, having helped more than 30,000 third-country nationals to return home in safety and dignity since 2010. In addition, during this year and until October 31, 5257 third country nationals have voluntarily returned to their countries of origin.
The program is implemented by IOM Greece in cooperation with the Ministry of the Interior, financed by 75% by European funds (Fund Asylum, Immigration and Integration) and 25% by national resources.
Please find attached the invitation and the program of the event.