MEET THE TEAM
MEET THE TEAM
Network for Migration Matters (NMM) is an organisation which brings together people from across the globe who are interested in migration matters through our blog, webinar series and links to online resources.
The platform takes a unique interdisciplinary and international approach, enabling those from different countries and sectors to connect, share experiences and ideas, and learn from each other in ways they would not have been able to if a narrower approach were taken.
We are primarily focused on migration matters which also engage human rights issues but, on occasion we explore other migration topics.
Issues of particular focus include asylum, refugees, modern slavery, sex trafficking, victims of torture, immigration detention, discrimination and the practical barriers or access to justice issues facing migrants during the legal process, for example changes to legal aid funding, judicial infrastructure, or interpreting services. We are also interested in infectious disease epidemiology and the health inequalities faced by migrants and refugees.
SPOTLIGHT SERIES
AFGHANISTAN
On 15 August 2021, the eyes of the world were firmly fixed on Kabul, as Taliban forces took control, shortly after Afghanistan’s President fled the country. Almost immediately, thousands of Afghans began to flee, fearing persecution and threat to their life. In the days that followed, lawyers and humanitarian workers from across the world worked tirelessly to secure the evacuation of many human rights defenders and other at-risk Afghans. These heroic efforts resulted in the safe passage of thousands. Nevertheless, the absence of a humanitarian corridor made the process extremely complex and fraught with difficulty. Further, while many were able to leave, many more were left behind. Some, unable to leave their homes. Some, unable to secure a visa. Some, unable to secure a place on a plane.
As the eyes of the world begin to turn away, this spotlight series continues the discussion, assessing the legal and policy responses to the unfolding situation, reflecting on the reactions of States and International Organizations, assessing what action still needs to be taken, and provoking thought about how we, as individuals and communities, can help.
Over the coming weeks and months, NMM contributors will address the following topics:
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Initial Response: How has the International Community Reacted?
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Displaced within Afghanistan: Protection Challenges for the Internally Displaced
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Border Complexities: Safe and Legal Routes?
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Resettlement and Asylum: Not an Either/Or
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UN Response: A Call for Further Action
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What Can We Do to Help?
Want to Know More?
As well as the information contained in the various articles throughout the series, we have compiled a list of resources, pointing readers to further information and discussion, and highlighting the work of fantastic organisations. If you have any suggested additions to the list below, please do get in touch!
This spotlight series is jointly being coordinated by Gillian Kane and Chiara Maria Natta.
NEWSFEED
DISPLACEMENT WITHING AND FROM
AFGHANISTAN
To keep the spotlight on Afghanistan, the Network will continue to monitor and share - every week - information coming from news outlets across the world.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
We found various organisations that are collecting funds to help Afghans. Find out what you can do to help out.