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ICMC’s Member in South Sudan Responds to Displacement Crisis Caused by Conflict in Sudan

As displacement caused by conflict in Sudan creates a new humanitarian crisis, ICMC’s member in South Sudan provides lifesaving emergency...

Msgr. Robert J. Vitillo Reflects on 8 Years as Secretary General (French)

Source: Radio Cité Genève

Listen to ICMC Secretary General Msgr. Robert J. Vitillo's interview with Radio Cité Genève during which he discussed his eight years as Secretary General, the lessons he learned, the influence of his upbringing and family, the role of religious organization in humanitarian crisis and much more.

Actions of Faith-inspired organizations to Advance Health and HIV Care for Migrants, Refugees, and Displaced Populations

From 12 to 14 March 2024, the International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) hosted a workshop titled \"Faith Sector\'s Engagement with...

Joint Statement: The New EU Resettlement Framework Is a Chance To Bring More Refugees to Safety

On 10 April 2024, the European Parliament adopted the Pact on Migration and Asylum, and alongside it, the new Union...

ICMC-led Catholic Response for Ukraine Provides Psychological Care

Source: Vatican News

Psychosocial support is the focus of the ICMC-led Catholic Response for Ukraine, which continues to ensure collaboration of the Church’s work, including of the Odesa Exarchate, to meet the needs of people displaced by the war, ICMC Secretary General Msgr Roberto J. Vitillo told Vatican Radio.

ICMC Delegation Attends Chapels Blessing by Odesa Exarchate

Source: Vatican News

On 3 April, Msgr. Robert J. Vitillo assisted to the blessing services of three chapels in Southern Ukraine medical facilities, demonstrating ICMC commitment to provide spiritual and physicial support to Ukraine. Since the Russian invasion, rurals hospitals have increased their capacities to provide care for internally displaced people.

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Adoption of the URF: A Chance for the EU To Bring More People to Safety

April 11, 2024

Advocacy Resettlement & Complementary Pathways Migration Policy Resettlement (Advocacy)

The URF, adopted alongside the EU Pact on Asylum and Migration, offers a glimmer of hope for refugees across the globe. 22 civil society organizations call for it to be fully put into action to create a more protection-focused approach to refugee resettlement.

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Catholic Response to Ukraine – Reflections from Fourth Solidarity Visit

U.S.Bishop Condemns Texas’ Increasing Criminalization of Migrants

Source: Nathional Catholic Reporter

Following Texas Attorney General attempts to close Annunciation House, a Catholic migrant shelter in El Paso, TX, Bishop Mark Seitz has critiziced the Lone Star state's escalading efforts to criminalize migration as part of a "broader, brutal, historical project in Texas to criminalize and police people who migrate."

“Priests Need To Walk Alongside Migrants,” Says Pope Francis

Source: Clarion Herald

Pope Francis calls for compassionate action in response to forced migration across the Americas, emphasizing the need for solidarity and hospitality towards refugees. He highlights the dangers faced by migrants crossing the Darién Gap and praises church initiatives providing support and advocacy for migrants.