As European countries negotiate a new Pact on Asylum and Migration, “no more Morias” has become a rallying cry. Greece cannot wait for an agreement to fulfill its obligations to protect those seeking safety.
Open Letter to Members of the Hellenic Parliament Calling for an Investigation into Border Abuses
Refugees International joined human rights and humanitarian non-governmental organizations in sending an open letter to Members of the Hellenic Parliament calling for an investigation into border abuses.
Statement on Closure of PIKPA and Kara Tepe
Refugees International joined more than 160 Greek and international organizations, academics and other actors from all over Europe urge the Greek authorities to revoke decision to close dignified alternatives in accommodating refugees οn Lesvos.
Greece and EU Must Act Following Moria Camp Tragedy
Refugees International Advocate Daphne Panayotatos reacts to the destruction of Moria camp in Greece due to large fires.
“Is This Really Europe?” Asylum Seekers Living in Dismal Conditions in Greece
A glimpse of daily life for those seeking asylum in Greece through photos.
Without Essential Protections: A Roadmap to Safeguard the Rights of Asylum Seekers in Greece
Greece’s new asylum law undermines essential protections for asylum seekers.
Devex: What should the COVID 19 response look like in refugee camps?
Refugee camps present specific challenges for implementing an effective coronavirus response.
Greek Government Must Immediately Halt Violence Against Asylum Seekers
The Greek government must immediately halt its use of violence to prevent asylum seekers from entering its country.
PRI’s The World: As Turkey opens border, conditions for migrants in Europe are ‘unacceptable’
Devon Cone spoke with The World’s Marco Werman about migrants’ dangerous sea crossings in the Mediterranean.
Seeking Asylum in Greece: Women and Unaccompanied Children Struggle to Survive
In Greece, asylum seekers are languishing in inhumane conditions, women and girls face daily threats of sexual and gender-based violence, and the number of unaccompanied minors has reached emergency levels.