#EndHumanTrafficking—Leave No One Behind
July 30 is World Day against Trafficking in Persons—first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. Trafficking in persons is a serious crime and a grave violation of …
Caritas Cyprus among Local Organizations to Discuss Regional Issues with Visiting Australian MP Vamvakinou
On her recent visit to the island, Australian MP Maria Vambakinou met with local organizations to discuss migration and integration issues in Cyprus and the region. Vambakinou was able to …
Caritas Cyprus Contributes to ENFEM Training for Migrant Women in Cyprus
The workplace is an important avenue through which migrants and refugees can contribute to and integrate into the broader social fabric of their host community. At a recent training session …
Cyprus’ Integration Landscape Included in “Settling In” Report by OECD and European Commission
Overcoming the challenges that exist to integrating migrants requires an evidence-based debate. Recognizing this, the OECD, jointly with the European Commission, has released a report on the “Indicators of Immigrant …
2022 Saw New Developments and Continued Challenges According to EMN Annual Report on Migration and Asylum
The European Migration Network (EMN) has released its Annual Report on Migration and Asylum 2022. The report, funded by the European Union, was prepared on the basis of annual national …
Order of Malta and Caritas Cyprus Work Together Promoting Health and Wellbeing
It was a pleasure to be invited to celebrate the national day of the Sovereign Military Order of the Knights of Malta in Nicosia on June 23, 2023. Across the …
Europe’s Care Systems at Risk—Caritas Europa Launches Caritas CARES Report on the Care Sector
Europe’s Care Systems at Risk—Caritas Europa Launches Caritas CARES Report on the Care Sector The number of people in need of care in the EU is projected to rise from …
Caritas Statement for World Refugee Day 2023
On this World Refugee Day, Caritas Europa calls for a Europe that ensures access to protection in its territory through an improved asylum system which puts people’s rights at the centre. This starts with ensuring safe and regular pathways to protection, dignified reception conditions and integration in the host society.
World Refugee Day Street Festival 2023—A Show of Solidarity in the Shadow of Tragedy
On June 16, over 20 organizations from across the island gathered in Nicosia’s Faneromeni Square to mark World Refugee Day 2023. Together—and with those who find themselves in Cyprus far …
“Bridging Services” Report Explores the Capacity and Needs of Local Groups Serving the Vulnerable
The “Bridging Services” project has produced a report that explores the current operational capacity and relevant training needs of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Refugee/Migrant-Led Organizations (MRLOs) that provide, or …