IOM Nepal

06/05/2026

Migration should never come at the cost of dignity. Subash’s journey shows the power of access to justice. With the right support, migrant workers can stand up, speak out, and seek accountability. His story highlights why safe migration and access to justice matter.

As global leaders gather in New York for the International Migration Review Forum 2026, stories like Subash’s remind us of what these commitments mean in real life. In Nepal, IOM continues to support the Government in advancing objectives.

Read his journey to learn more: https://bit.ly/3Po8Dak

30/04/2026

📢 Call for Expressions of Interest | Nepal

IOM invites early‑career researchers to apply for the Migration Research to Inform Policy Developments Programme, which aims to strengthen evidence‑based migration policymaking. Made possible with the support of the IOM Development Fund, the programme focuses on research topics including migration governance, migration and development, climate and crisis impacts, labour mobility, and migration data.

The programme follows a multi‑step approach, comprising:

A 3.5‑day in‑person training workshop in the Kathmandu Area (9–12 June 2026)
Applied research production and publication
Knowledge‑exchange events with researchers and policymakers
🗓️ Application deadline: 17 May 2026

🔗 Learn more and access the Call for Expression of Interest here: https://shorturl.at/HxtmN

30/04/2026

Migration is happening everywhere, and no country can manage it alone. The Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration helps countries work together, and the is where progress is reviewed and the next steps take shape.

24/04/2026

IOM Nepal recently conducted a series of community engagements raising awareness on safe, orderly and regular migration in partnership with Forum for Nation Building - FNB Nepal and close coordination with Chandrapur Municipality, Rautahat, Madhesh. The IOM Chief of Mission also took this opportunity to observe the on-ground situation, visit the Municipal government, and connect directly with beneficiaries.

The sessions witnessed a total of 649 participants (including community people and students) comprising 425 women and 224 men. Key discussion topics included legal and regular labour migration pathways, risks of irregular migration, human trafficking, smuggling, and forced labour, the link between climate change and labour migration, migrant workers’ rights, government migration services including social security for migrants and their families. Participants engaged actively through discussions and questions, with facilitation teams providing legal information, and distributing Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials to support continued awareness.

“In places where migration is a lifeline, awareness is proving to be one of the strongest forms of protection,” said IOM Nepal Chief of Mission. “By amplifying migrant voices and strengthening access to reliable information, IOM is reinforcing protection mechanisms, empowering civil society and migrant communities, and contributing to safer, more informed migration management across Nepal.”

These community-based activities served as inclusive and localized platforms that strengthened knowledge, encouraged informed decision-making, and enhanced awareness of rights and protection mechanisms among both adults and youth. Together with partners and local stakeholders, IOM continues to lead efforts to improve access to reliable migration information and promote safer migration pathways at the grassroots level.



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23/04/2026

On 9 Baisakh 2083 (April 22, 2026), a courtesy meeting was held at the Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizens between Honorable Minister Ms. Sita Wadi and the UN Agencies (UN Women, UNICEF, UNFPA, and IOM)

The meeting highlighted on commitment to strengthen collaboration in key areas equality, ’s empowerment, inclusion, and other priorities.

मिति २०८३/०१/०९ गते महिला, बालबालिका तथा ज्येष्ठ नागरिक मन्त्रालयमा माननीय मन्त्री श्री सीता वादीज्यू र UN WOMEN का नेपाल कन्ट्री अफिसकी कन्ट्री डाइरेक्टर श्री पेट्रिसिया फर्नान्डेज पाचेकोसहित UN WOMEN,UNICEF,UNFPA,IOM लगायतका लागि संयुक्त राष्ट्रसंघीय प्रतिनिधिहरूबीच शिष्टाचार भेटवार्ता सम्पन्न भयो। भेटमा लैङ्गिक समानता, महिला सशक्तीकरण, सामाजिक समावेशीकरण तथा साझा प्राथमिकताका क्षेत्रमा सहकार्य सुदृढ गर्ने विषयमा छलफल भयो।

23/04/2026

In Nepal, community-based approaches are helping people make safer and more informed migration decisions.​�​

After facing exploitation abroad, Santosh now supports his community in Mahottari by sharing practical advice, raising awareness in the local language, and helping others avoid recruitment fraud.​

Through support from IOM’s Migration, Business and Human Rights Programme, Nepal is strengthening safer migration by improving access to reliable information and helping prevent unfair recruitment and exploitation.​�​

As we approach the International Migration Review Forum ( ) 2026, this shows how local action can advance the implementation of the Global Compact for Migration (GCM), including:​

🔵 Objective 3 – Information provision​
🔵 Objective 6 – Recruitment and decent work​
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Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4e1NVHq

22/04/2026

IOM had an engaging session on the Mobility Dimensions of Crises: Migration, Crisis and Policing with the Police Leadership and Staff Course Batch-01 of the Master of Police Sciences at the Nepal Police Staff College.

The discussion focused on understanding migration trends at the global, regional, and national levels, internal and international mobility, regular and irregular migration pathways, routes, protection concerns, transnational organized crime and policing, forgery, immigration and border governance. Participants also explored the mobility dimensions of crises, the importance of managing displacement and movement during emergencies, and the key elements of effective response.

Thank you to the Nepal Police Staff College for inviting IOM Nepal to share its expertise on critical migration themes and for fostering dialogue on the growing intersection of mobility, crime, and policing.

21/04/2026

From Headlines to Human Stories: Strengthening Migration Reporting in Nepal, 17-19 April 2026

The training on migration reporting has successfully concluded, bringing together journalists and media professionals for in-depth discussions on ethical reporting, migration governance, and human-centered storytelling.

Over three days, participants explored key issues including responsible use of migration data, ethical interviewing practices, countering misinformation and disinformation, and improving accuracy in migration-related reporting. The sessions also strengthened understanding of migration concepts, labour migration governance, and the importance of evidence-based narratives.

The training created a valuable platform for peer learning and dialogue between media professionals, policymakers, and IOM migration experts from its Regional Office for Asia and Pacific and Nepal, reinforcing the role of the media in shaping informed and responsible public discourse on migration.

This training was jointly organized by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security (MoLESS) and International Organization for Migration (IOM) Nepal through the support from IOM Development Fund.

16/04/2026

Behind every migration journey is a story of courage and resilience. With access to the right information, families are overcoming risks and securing their rights. IOM continues to bring life-changing support directly to communities. Explore how awareness is transforming lives. Read the full story to learn more 🔗https://bit.ly/48oQfoj

15/04/2026

This year, the world marks the first , following the adoption of a General Assembly resolution led by - a milestone reflecting Nepal’s leadership at the United Nations.

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10/04/2026

Empowering Communities with Information for Safer Migration

IOM Nepal, in partnership with Forum for Nation Building - FNB Nepal and close coordination with the local government, conducted a series of Community Mobile Clinics (community awareness sessions) in Omsatiya Rural Municipality, Rupandehi District, Lumbini Province with efforts to build stronger communities empowered to undertake safe, orderly, and informed migration routes.

IOM could reach 384 participants (246 women and 138 men) providing accessible and practical information on:

1. Legal and regular foreign employment pathways and procedures
2. Risks of forced labour, human trafficking, and human smuggling
3. Online scams and visa fraud
4. Migrant workers’ rights, protection measures, and available support services

Interactive discussions with participants led to peer-learning through shared experiences, building a safer environment to ask questions and strengthening their understanding of safe migration practices. This initiative demonstrates the need for continued localized and community-driven awareness effort.

IOMs Community Mobile Clinics continues to serve as an inclusive platform for dialogue, experience exchange and furthering community trust while enhancing awareness on migration, on migrant rights and available protection mechanisms.

Together with partners and local stakeholders, IOM Nepal continues to take a leading role in strengthening access to reliable migration information and promoting safer migration pathways for all.