-
Who We Are
WHO WE AREThe International Organization for Migration (IOM) is part of the United Nations System as the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, with 175 member states and a presence in over 100 countries. IOM has had a presence in the Philippines since 1975.
IOM Global
IOM Global
-
Our Work
Our WorkAs the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration, IOM plays a key role to support the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through different areas of intervention that connect both humanitarian assistance and sustainable development.
- Data and Resources
- Take Action
- 2030 Agenda
IOM joins hands with Philippines Government for migrants health review
Philippines - The Philippines, with one of the highest migration rates in the world, is the subject of a joint IOM/Government initiative to ensure the health rights of migrants.
The joint IOM/Health Department situation analysis, launched last week in Manila, sets out to identify challenges and opportunities in the Philippines’ approach to migration health and craft recommendations for the future. This national assessment – the first of its kind – will also generate evidence to strengthen implementation of the World Health Assembly Resolution on Migration Health.
At last week’s launch, Marco Boasso, IOM’s Chief of Mission in the Philippines said: “There is a growing recognition of the need for a comprehensive approach to migration and health that goes beyond infectious diseases and border control. We applaud the Government of the Philippines in taking this critical step forward to promote health of migrants.”
Health Secretary Enrique Ona noted: “Universal health coverage outlines the thrust to realize the health goals set by the President’s administration, meaning increased access to quality health services. Inclusion of the health rights and concerns of migrants is a priority.”
The situation analysis comes as the UN Secretary General issued a call for the protection of the human rights of migrants and integrating migration into the development agenda, at the second High-Level Dialogue on Migration and Development in New York.
For further information, please contact
Dr. Poonam Dhavan
IOM Manila
Tel. +632 230 1631
Email: pdhavan@iom.int