IOM Cyprus

17/03/2026

Ramadan is a time to share care and compassion.

Standing with displaced families turns generosity into meaningful action.

12/03/2026

From crisis response to justice reform, IOM works with communities and governments to protect the rights and safety of women and girls on the move.

12/03/2026

11/03/2026

They care for children, support families and keep communities going even in the hardest circumstances.

Women on the move deserve systems that support them in return.

10/03/2026

In 1951, IOM was formed to help European governments identify resettlement countries for the estimated 11 million people uprooted by the Second World War.
Today, IOM continues to support people to live lives of dignity, whether at home or abroad.

05/03/2026

Escalating tensions across the Middle East and beyond risk deepening already fragile displacement situations.

With over 19 million people already internally displaced, further escalation could force more families from their homes.

Support the response: https://www.iom.int/ZWA

24/02/2026

Last week, 38 unaccompanied migrant children from across Cyprus 🇨🇾 visited the Troodos Observatory Τroodos Οbservatory

The educational tour included:
🔭 A short introductory astronomy film
🪐 Virtual observation of planets
🌌 Telescope sky-gazing from the rooftop

The children had the opportunity to learn about space while enjoying a unique recreational experience that encouraged curiosity and discovery.

The visit was organized within the framework of the project “Transition to Adulthood: Operation of Semi-Independent Living Units in Cyprus.”

19/02/2026

During 2025, the Semi-Independent Living (SIL) project continued to support unaccompanied migrant children on their path toward autonomy, safety, and social inclusion.

🔵652 beneficiaries have been accommodated through the SIL project overall

🔵329 beneficiaries have been supported during 2025

🔵10 cases were referred for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) specialized support

🔵64% of beneficiaries participated in formal and non-formal education

🔵29% of beneficiaries engaged in legal employment

Through individualized case management, protection services, and skills-building activities, the project aims to empower young people to transition successfully into independent adulthood and integration within the community.

📍IOM, with the funding of Υφυπουργείο Κοινωνικής Πρόνοιας - Κυπριακή Δημοκρατία operates semi-independent living units for unaccompanied migrant children to address their basic needs and provides legal counselling, interpretation, psychosocial support, access to medical services and information about life opportunities in 🇨🇾.

19/02/2026

Did you know Ramadan is more than fasting?

It is a month of reflection, empathy, charity, and community for Muslims around the world.

At its heart, it is compassion in action.

Share the blessings this holy month: https://bit.ly/3OmNjkP

17/02/2026

aspires to reach 41 million people in 2026 to deliver impact at scale.

This is not a task we take lightly; it’s a commitment to the people we serve.

Learn more about the Global appeal and support: https://iom.int/ZAK