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ReportEMN- Red Cross EU inform 'Practices and challenges in processing victims of torture and ill-treatment in the context of international and temporary protection'
Many individuals fleeing war, armed conflict and persecution around the world have experienced are affected by trauma due to experiences that include torture and ill-treatment. This new EMN – Red Cross EU Inform explores how different countries detect and identify survivors of torture and ill-treatment among people seeking international protection.Download pdf -
RecommendationReforming the Common European Asylum System in a spirit of humanity and solidarity
Our recommendations to the EU and its Member States on the process of reforming the Common European Asylum System.Download pdf
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Humanity in action: why principles matter more than ever
The “Humanitarian Principles in Action” event marked the 60th anniversary of the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. -
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Putting trafficked persons at the centre of the EU anti-trafficking response
The EU Anti-Trafficking Directive provides common rules to EU Member States for supporting and protecting survivors of trafficking in human beings. -
Statement
Final call for EU governments to put humanity first in EU migration legislation and practice
Ahead of International Migrants Day, we call on EU governments to prioritise humanity and EU values during the last phase of EU Migration and Asylum Pact negotiations. -
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Covid 19 conversation: new types of poverty are emerging
Paola Salerno from the Italian Red Cross and Karin Afeef from the Norwegian Red Cross discuss future needs and challenges in working to reduce poverty and social exclusion. -
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It's time to end violence against women and girls
One in three women in the European Union has experienced physical or sexual violence. The COVID-19 pandemic is making it even worse. Stronger action is needed -
Statement
Resettlement can't wait!
We appeal to the EU institutions and Member States to urgently revive and increase resettlement efforts. Read our joint statement with other aid organisations -
Interview
COVID-19 conversations: Digital or face-to-face help?
Senior managers from the Danish Red Cross and the Finnish Red Cross share their experiences and challenges during the pandemic, with suggestions for next steps. -
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Youth engagement, key for more inclusive and resilient communities
Young volunteers play a key role on social inclusion, humanitarian aid and environmental matters. Read inspiring stories from National Red Cross Societies across Europe -
Statement
The future of the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund
We join 18 CSOs in calling on EU co-legislators to work towards developing a more humane, transparent and effective Asylum and Migration Fund. -
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Getting ready for school
In July and August, the Austrian Red Cross distributes school starter parcels among children attending primary and secondary school. -
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Treating migrants and refugees with trauma in Sweden
How does the Swedish Red Cross help refugees and migrants who have suffered trauma linked to torture, armed conflict or dangerous migration journeys? -
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Mental Health Matters
On 18 June, Red Cross Red Crescent representatives were at the European Development Days in Brussels to discuss mental health services for vulnerable people. -
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Improving the reception of asylum seekers in the EU
Enhancing the management of asylum reception was the focus of the closing conference of the European Platform of Reception Agencies. -
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The Global Compact for Migration
The Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM) set to be adopted on 10-11 December, provides an chance to reassert the human rights of migrants worldwide. -
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Supporting Niger, key cross-road of migrations to the EU via Libya
In a hearing at the European Parliament, Red Cross EU Office director, Denis Haveaux stressed the importance of protecting people on their migratory routes through Niger. -
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Mediterraneo
The Italian Red Cross has co-published a graphic novel that raises awareness of the migration phenomenon in the Mediterranean. -
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Working together to assist particularly vulnerable migrants
The highly participatory Rights of Migrants in Action Global Consultative Meeting gave rise to key findings that can be used to enhance future migration-related activities. -
Press release
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day
Highlighting the range of work carried out by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. -
Statement
NGOs call upon EU institutions and member states to expand the use of safe and legal channels for refugees
We urge the Council and the European Parliament to continue to support and promote the use of humanitarian visas. -
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Developing capacities to identify and respond to the needs of victims
It is estimated that globally, there are about 20 to 30 million people coerced into exploitative situations, subjected to physical and mental violence and abuse. -
Opinion
The EU-Turkey migration deal: a lack of empathy and humanity
The opinion of 23 European Red Cross Societies on the EU and Turkey agreement on migration. -
Press release
Red Cross EU Office Conference: Perilous journeys – Vulnerabilities along migratory routes to the EU
The Red Cross EU Office will hold the conference ‘’Perilous journeys – Vulnerabilities along migratory routes to the EU’’ on Friday 18 March. -
Press release
Migration to the EU: a perilous and difficult journey
We call on the EU and its Member States to focus on the factors that exacerbate the vulnerabilities of migrants and to develop measures to reduce these risks. -
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The Red Cross Red Crescent at European Development Days 2015
At the EDDs 2015, the Red Cross Red Crescent contributed to discussions on scaling up resilience, and on supporting migrant domestic workers and victims of human trafficking. -
Opinion
21 Red Cross National Societies in the European Union call for more legal avenues to access protection
Our call to the European Union institutions to provide more legal avenues for those who need access to protection.
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Supporting migrants throughout their journeys
Humanitarian Service Points are neutral spaces where migrants can access a wide range of humanitarian support and services, regardless of their migration status and wherever they are on their journeys. -
Supporting Survivors of Female Genital Mutilation in Austria
To support survivors of female genital mutilation, and to better train professionals in doing so, the Austrian Red Cross and partners joined forces in providing counselling, information and support. -
A refuge for young LGBT people in Rome
The Italian Red Cross runs a unique shelter that provides accommodation and support for gays and transexuals who have been subjected to violence or discrimination and need a safe place to rebuild their lives. -
Motivation and support for life-changing journeys
The Latvian Red Cross has assisted nearly 500 people at risk of discrimination and social exclusion through a programme to help them access education or take up work. -
A new start in life for survivors of human trafficking
A joint project between the Italian Red Cross and the British Red Cross to provide tailored support to survivors of human trafficking. -
Supporting unaccompanied and separated children in family based care
The SAFE project worked to enable frontline practitioners, care professionals, and foster carers to enhance their knowledge, skills and confidence in providing better quality family-based care to unaccompanied and separated children. -
Offering sustainable support to survivors of trafficking
National Red Cross Societies in the UK, Croatia and the Netherlands are developing and promoting a consistent approach to the identification, protection and integration of survivors of trafficking across the EU. -
Learning for life and making a difference in the community
In cooperation with three partner organisations from across Europe, the Portuguese Red Cross Youth hosted a group of young volunteers to contribute to work in local communities. -
A sense of community in Greece
The Hellenic Red Cross opens multifunctional centres in Greece that help migrants integrate into Greek society. -
Improving migrants’ access to rights and services through coordinated civil society action
Through innovative thinking and coordinated efforts, the Rights of Migrants in Action project addressed the specific needs of thousands of migrant domestic workers and victims of human trafficking. -
Taking action for and with older people in society
This project works to support the inclusion of senior citizens in decision-making, through strengthening civil society organisations in the Western Balkans. -
Specialised care at Belgian reception centres for asylum seekers
The Belgian Red Cross welcomes people with a range of support services, including psychosocial assistance. -
Solace and support for survivors of domestic abuse
The Danish Red Cross, Hungarian Red Cross, Romanian Red Cross, and Bulgarian Red Cross are strengthening psychological approaches and practices to strengthen the resilience of women and children who have experienced domestic violence. -
Enhancing capacities to respond to human trafficking
An initiative to increase understanding of human trafficking in the EU and equip frontline practitioners to recognise it and provide tailored support. -
Youth and Drugs Project
Project Y.A.D brings together expertise from practical work addressing drug addiction, with the motivational force of young volunteers. Peer education activities on substance abuse by youth volunteers are a valuable tool for health promotion among young people. -
Combating violence against older women
"Breaking the Taboo" aimed to improve the situation of older women living at home by empowering health and social service professionals to recognise abusive situations and to help combat them.
