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Thank You for Celebrating Nowruz with Us🎉

Brussels, March 23, 2024 – This Saturday, March 23rd, 2024, we celebrated Nowruz, the ancestral Persian New Year. With this day, we mark he arrival of spring and the rebirth of nature. Participants from around the world came to celebrate with us to enjoy traditional music, poetry, storytelling, dance performances, and delicious food.

Thank you for contributing to making the event truly memorable.
We look forward to celebrating with you again in the future!

NADOE’s Dr. Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar Makes Impactful Contribution at Global Refugee Forum 2023

Thursday 11 January 2024

Dr. Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar, representative of NADOE, played a crucial role in the Global Refugee Forum 2023 held in Geneva, Switzerland.

The Forum, which unfolded from December 13 to 15, brought together more than 4,200 participants from 168 countries, including over 300 refugee delegates. This biennial event serves as the largest international gathering on refugees, focusing on implementing the objectives outlined in the Global Compact on Refugees. The primary goals include alleviating pressures on host countries, enhancing refugee self-reliance, expanding access to third-country solutions, and improving conditions in countries of origin.

Dr. Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar actively engaged in discussions and initiatives aimed at addressing the challenges faced by refugees globally. His participation was particularly noteworthy during linked events held in various locations from December 11. The Forum witnessed the announcement of over 1,600 pledges, including 43 multi-partner commitments led by governments. These commitments, totaling an estimated $2.2 billion in new financial support, offer a glimmer of hope to the more than 36 million refugees displaced worldwide.

The private sector also played a significant role, with pledges totaling around $250 million, showcasing a collaborative effort across various sectors to address the refugee crisis.

The 2023 Global Refugee Forum was co-convened by five states – Colombia, France, Japan, Jordan, and Uganda – and co-hosted by the Government of Switzerland and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The outcomes of the Forum are expected to have a lasting impact on the lives of refugees and the communities hosting them.

Dr. Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar’s active involvement and contributions during the Forum underscore the commitment of NADOE and Afghanistan to finding comprehensive and sustainable solutions for refugees globally. His insights and efforts align with the overarching mission of the Forum to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for refugees worldwide.

NADOE’s Secretary General, Dr Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar, Takes Part at 8th European Migration Forum

Brussels, December 6, 2023 – The 8th European Migration Forum, hosted by the European Commission and the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), witnessed the active participation of Dr Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar, Secretary General of the Network of Afghan Diaspora Organisations in Europe (NADOE).

Held at the EESC headquarters in Brussels on December 4th and 5th, 2023, the forum focused on the critical theme, ‘Migrants in Europe today: specific needs, skills and communication for stronger inclusion.’ The event delved into the identification and support mechanisms for migrants and refugees with particular needs, examined public attitudes and communication regarding migration and inclusion, and explored sustainable labour market integration.

Dr. Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar played a pivotal role in the discussions, showcasing his expertise by moderating a session dedicated to the family reunification of migrants in Europe. His insights contributed significantly to the overall dialogue, offering valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities associated with this crucial aspect of migration.

The forum served as a platform for stakeholders, civil society organizations, and experts to exchange ideas, strategies, and best practices for fostering stronger inclusion of migrants in European societies. Dr. Ahmad Wali’s engagement in the family reunification session underscored NADOE’s commitment to addressing multifaceted issues related to migration and promoting comprehensive solutions.

The 8th European Migration Forum concluded with a renewed sense of collaboration and shared responsibility in shaping policies that not only meet the specific needs of migrants but also contribute to their successful integration into European communities. Dr. Ahmad Wali’s active involvement highlighted the importance of international cooperation and the role of organizations like NADOE in shaping the discourse on migration in Europe.

NADOE Secretary General Dr Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar Participates in EUAA Consultative Forum in Malta

Saturday 2 December 2023

Malta – Dr Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar, the Secretary General of NADOE, took part in the second annual plenary meeting of the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA) Consultative Forum in Malta. The forum, comprising nearly 120 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), undertook its re-constitution aligning with the new EUAA Regulation.

During the two-day gathering from November 30 to December 1, approximately 70 organizations convened to formalize working methods, elect leadership, and discuss operational priorities. The newly elected Chair, Ms. Ana Ciuban of the Intercultural Mediators Multiethnic Association (A.M.M.I.), will serve a 2-year term in this capacity.

The forum addressed critical aspects of the EUAA’s work, including operational support to 13 EU Member States, training initiatives for national officials in charge of asylum and reception, and analyses of the protection situation in EU+ countries in 2023.

Dr Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar actively engaged in discussions regarding the EUAA’s Fundamental Rights Strategy and the related Complaints Mechanism. The Fundamental Rights Officer, newly appointed, sought input from the Consultative Forum members on these foundational aspects of the EUAA’s mandate, emphasizing the vital role of Civil Society partners in shaping fundamental rights policies.

On December 1, thematic working groups within the Consultative Forum gathered to deliberate on operational priorities for 2024, focusing on areas such as vulnerable persons seeking international protection and Country of Origin Information (COI) activities. The participants gained insights into the EUAA Vulnerability Strategy, set to be published soon, and exchanged updates on COI research conducted throughout 2023.

Notably, discussions also revolved around the contribution of Civil Society to the preparation of the EUAA’s reports, aligning with the Country Information and Guidance work program for 2024.

Dr Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar’s active participation underscores the commitment of NADOE to collaborate on an international platform, contributing to the shaping of policies and strategies that safeguard fundamental rights and address the challenges faced by vulnerable populations.

The EU’s Afghanistan Migration Response: Silent Victims of a Forgotten Conflict

Thursday 21 April 2022

The Network of Afghan Diaspora Organisations in Europe (NADOE) and Interface Demography Research Group at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in collaboration with the EU funded HumMingBird project and the UNHCR supported Afghan Refugee Committee in Belgium (ARCB) are organising a public event on the EU migration policies towards Afghanistan and the current humanitarian situation in Afghanistan on 21 April 2022. The event will include a keynote speech by Mr. Alexander Sorel, Senior Adviser to the Executive Director of the European Union Asylum Agency (EUAA) on the EU policies towards Afghan asylum seekers, a panel on the conditions for refugees and asylum seekers in Europe, and a plenary session on the situation in Afghanistan.

It has been more than seven months since the Taliban took control of the Afghan government. Since then, the country has not only been suffering from dire poverty and humanitarian crisis due to decades of wars and conflicts but also from the current ruling regime. The recent unfortunate crisis in Ukraine has made the Taliban believe that the world is not watching. They try to take advantage of the situation and impose more restrictions on the population’s human rights. These particularly target women, who are gradually becoming domesticated, girls are not allowed to go to school, members of the previous government and security forces are facing retaliation including torture and executions, and all artists, journalists, and activists are silenced. The Taliban monitor the entire population through countrywide campaigns of house raids and inspections. During the event, the experts and members of the Afghan diaspora will share their experiences on what is truly happening in Afghanistan.

The EU has expressed that they would not recognise a regime in which human and especially women’s rights are not ensured and that the EU will continue its humanitarian approach toward Afghan asylum seekers. Some member states have recently announced new policies for the recognition of Afghan asylum seekers. During the event, experts and researchers will discuss these policies and their consequences on the humanitarian situation of asylum seekers from Afghanistan. This moderated public debate will be an opportunity for the representatives of the EU and Afghan diaspora to have an insightful exchange of ideas on how to help and protect the Afghan asylum seekers with dignity.

The EU and member states have been the biggest allies of Afghanistan during the last 20 years, and they continue their support even after the fall of Afghanistan. Unfortunately, the Taliban are benefiting vastly from the international aid meant to be for humanitarian purposes. During the event, Afghan women who lived under the previous Taliban regime will share their experiences and ideas on how to deliver the aid to benefit the people in need.

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