International Migrants Day

Closing of session. The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world. Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants. Related Sites and Documents:  CMW 42nd Session (28 May - 12 June 2026) . Watch the 648th Meeting, 42nd Session, Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW)! 00:28:00

Consideration of Ghana. The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world. Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants. Related Sites and Documents:  CMW 42nd Session (28 May - 12 June 2026) Watch 633rd Meeting, 42nd Session, Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW)! 03:21:54

Opening of session. The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world. Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants. NB: The webcast of the opening session will be in two parts. From 10:00 until 10:30CEST part-1. There will be a one-hour private meeting. Webcast will resume at 11:30 until 13:00CEST for part-2. Opening address by Mr. Andrea Ori, Chief, Groups in Focus Section, Human Rights Treaties Branch, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Representative of the UN Secretary-General. Related Sites and Documents:  CMW 42nd Ses...

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Today, as the world marks International Migrants Day (IMD), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is reaffirming migration as a story of opportunity, human progress, and shared development and calling for stronger, more robust migration systems that protect people on the move and support the communities that welcome them. Observed every year on  December 18th , the observance of the International Migrants Day recognizes the contributions of migrants worldwide and underscores the importance of protecting their rights and dignity. In 2025, the Day is marked under the theme “ My Great Story: Cultures and Development ,” highlighting how human mobility enriches societies, drives economic growth, and strengthens connections across communities. “Migration is woven into the lives of families and communities everywhere. It is a story of courage, determination, and the ties that bind us across borders,” said IOM Director General Amy Pope. “Today, we honor the people who s...

To mark International Migrant Day 2025 , the IOM invites people everywhere to join DG Pope in taking part by sharing their own migration stories using the hashtag #MyGreatStory . Individuals, communities, and business leaders are encouraged to reflect on how migration has shaped their lives, cultures, and contributions , and to join a global conversation on the role of human mobility in driving development and economic growth.

Migration is shaping our world in profound and lasting ways. From driving economic growth and innovation to strengthening communities and sustaining development, human mobility is a defining force of the 21st century. International Migrants Day 2025 ( December 18th ) celebrates migrants for their economic contributions, resilience, skills, and stories, recognizing the strength, leadership, and courage migrants bring to societies everywhere . On this day, let us stand together to protect the rights of every migrant and ensure that migration is safe, dignified, and empowering for all. Remittances to low- and middle-income countries are projected to hit a record USD 685 billion, with migrants playing a key role. Celebrating migrants and their stories of resilience and possibility  and the issue of  Migration  with the  IOM

Closing of session. The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world. Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants. Related Documents:  CMW 41st Session (01-11 Dec 2025) Watch the 626th Meeting, 41st Session, Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW)! Live Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Indonesia (cont'd)  The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world. Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants. Related Documents:  CMW 41st Session (01-11 Dec 2025) Watch the 613th Meeting, 41st Session, Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW)! Human Rights Treaty Bodies

 Consideration of Indonesia (continued). The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world. Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants. Related Sites and Documents  CMW 41st Session (01-11 Dec 2025) . Watch the 612th Meeting, 41st Session, Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW)! Live Human Rights Treaty Bodies

Consideration of Indonesia. The Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of their Families (CMW) is the body of independent experts that works to protect the rights of the millions of migrant workers around the world. Migrant workers and their families often experience marginalization, xenophobia, and poor living and working conditions. In serious cases, they suffer exploitation, expulsion, and risk to life. The Committee monitors how States are implementing the Convention and protecting the human rights of migrants. Related Sites and Documents  CMW 41st Session (01-11 Dec 2025) . Watch the 611th Meeting, 41st Session, Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW)! Live Human Rights Treaty Bodies

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