Effective migration governance is vital for safer, more orderly and regular migration, which is a crucial factor to achieve sustainable development.

US traffic signs

Migrants can transfer valuable knowledge and skills to their countries of origin and destination, helping to support technology development, research and innovation.

Water scarcity and related issues may impact on living standards, food availability and health which in turn can be drivers of migration.

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.

Decent jobs and safe and secure work environments for migrants are essential if they are to become productive members of society and contribute to economic growth.

The IOM Strategic Plan is aimed at delivering on the promise of safe, orderly, and regular migration while supporting the world’s most vulnerable. The plan – which will guide the Organization's activities through 2028 – was developed after extensive internal consultations, including with migrants themselves, as well as dialogue with Member States, with other partners and other United Nations agencies.

Some roads have large electronic signs (called variable message signs). These signs warn you of changes in traffic conditions ahead – for example, fog, a crash, roadworks, congestion, road closures or police operations.

Combatting marine and coastal ecosystem degradation and diversifying the livelihoods of communities that are dependent on marine resources can help address forced displacement and migration.

Dangerousdip signmeaning

Deforestation, land degradation, desertification and biodiversity loss can have profound impacts on communities whose livelihoods rely on natural resources and can be drivers of migration.

Diproadsignmeaning

The Global Annual Appeal for 2024 calls for USD 7.9 billion to support its operations and help create a system that realizes migration’s promise as a force for good throughout the world.  The IOM Global Appeal seeks funding to save lives and protect people on the move, drive solutions to displacement, and facilitate safe pathways for regular migration – the key aspirations of IOM’s new five-year Global Strategic Plan.

Warning signs alert you that there may be dangers or changed road conditions ahead. The signs are usually diamond-shaped with pictures, diagrams, symbols or words in black on a yellow background.

Stronger, more transparent and accountable institutions and improved access to justice can help to protect and promote migrants’ rights.

Sometimes an advisory speed sign is used with a warning sign. For example, to show the maximum speed that’s safe in good conditions, or how long you should look out for a particular hazard.

Watch out for these common warning signs when you're driving. These alert you to possible dangers and changed conditions.

Migration can be an effective poverty reduction tool for migrants and their families and can make significant contributions to development efforts in both countries of origin and destination

Note: The boundaries and names shown and the designations used on this map do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the International Organization for Migration.

Inexpensive and alternative energy solutions can benefit vulnerable or displaced communities with limited or no access to electricity.

Dip

Timely, reliable and comparable data on migration can help policy makers devise evidence-based policies and plans to address the migration aspects of the SDGs.

Migration can be a source of empowerment for women and girls, but they can also be especially vulnerable to violence, sexual abuse and exploitation.