The courage of Iranian women – Letter to Nasrin Sotoudeh
Dear Nasrin,I am writing this letter to you, in the hope that sooner or later you will read it.I wish that not only my voice could reach you, but also...
08 Mar 2019
International Women’s Day 2019: To women and to their bravery!
Over the years, International Women’s Day has gained a different meaning to me. In the past, it used to be a day to meet friends that I hadn’t met for...
27 Dec 2017
MOAS Aid Stations: an oasis of listening, care and comfort
Many faces of my latest stay in Bangladesh are still in my heart and memory. I remember the warmth and innocent smiles of kids, as well as the hope of...
15 Dec 2017
Fatema’s story: a Rohingya girl fleeing violence to seek sactuary in Bangladesh
Fatema is 15 and arrived at our MOAS Aid Station in Unchiprang with a family member and her cousin Sadika, aged 10, to receive medical assistance. Fatema had been feeling...
06 Oct 2017
Caroline: a story of trafficking and mercy
On July 20th IOM released a report exploring human trafficking along the Central Mediterranean route, with a special focus on women and girls who often travel alone from Nigeria and...