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Lest we forget: migration to and from Europe
The theme of Refugee Week 2019 (17th-23rd June) is 'You, me and those who came before'. This month, we're exploring the history of migration, the experiences of refugees through the generations, and...
In memory of Lassana Cisse
On April 6th 2019, Lassana Cisse – originally from the Ivory Coast – was walking home in Malta along a quiet country road. Driving down the same road were two...
‘These people can’t evacuate’: operational update from Bangladesh
The last vestiges of the hot season provide a sticky, muted backdrop to the bustle of Cox’s Bazar – a hub of activity where countless local and international NGOs are...
Migrant Journeys: Internally displaced people in Yemen
Context
Yemen is facing “the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.” Unrest erupted in 2004 in the northern regions around Sa’dah, following the death of opposition leader Hussein Badreddin al-Houthi. Since then, the...
Bangladesh Update: Cyclone Fani
As cyclone season approaches Bangladesh, MOAS is on the ground in Cox’s Bazar, preparing refugee communities for what lies ahead.
The first Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm of 2019, Cyclone Fani,...
EUROPEAN YOUTH WEEK: YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE HUMANITARIAN SPACE
As part of European Youth Week 2019, we wanted to understand how young people are engaging with humanitarian spaces and the role they can play in implementing global change. This...
Migrant Journeys: Rohingya Refugees
The Rohingya crisis has led to nearly three quarters of a million people being displaced. Horrific stories of violence have emerged and hundreds of thousands of refugees are now living...
Hope and solidarity at Easter
On Easter Day, we want to share a story of hope and solidarity. Earlier this month, MOAS delivered emergency supplies to the Sea-Eye vessel Alan Kurdi, which rescued 64 migrants...
MOAS relief mission: delivering supplies to Alan Kurdi
On Tuesday 9th April, MOAS launched a relief mission, delivering supplies to the Alan Kurdi rescue vessel, belonging to the German NGO Sea Eye. The ship has been stranded for...
MOAS Magazine 2018
We are delighted to announce that MOAS’ official 2018 magazine is now available online via the link below where you will find more information about our operational milestones from last...