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This publications portal is a repository of all IOM migration health publications from 2006 to present where IOM was a primary contributor.
Publications include peer-reviewed scientific papers, technical reports, training guides/manuals, policy briefs/discussion papers, factsheets, newsletters, research reviews, conference and poster presentations. These are categorized by topic, author, country/region covered as well as by year, language, and type of publication. The map reflects the countries covered by the publications.
To browse or search: simply use the filter options on the left-hand side. Alternatively, you can enter keyword/s in the search box. Selecting a specific publication will lead to a ‘download’ link or link to the website where the document is housed. Here is the step-by-step guide for your reference.
Mainstreaming the Health of Migrants in the Implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (Spanish)
Author/s: IOM
The Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM) features health as a cross-cutting priority with references to health and healthcare access in several objectives. Together with the SDGs, the World Health Assembly (WHA) Resolutions on the health of migrants (WHA 61.17, 2008) and on promoting the health of refugees and migrants (WHA 70.15, 2017) and the forthcoming WHO Global Action Plan on promoting the health of refugees and migrants (2019), implementation and review of the…
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Migration Health in the Sustainable Development Goals (Spanish)
Author/s: IOM
The UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development puts people at the center of all actions, particularly the most marginalized and disempowered, for the realization of societies that are more equitable and inclusive. It also acknowledges that migration carries a development potential, owing to migrants’ intellectual, cultural, human and financial capital, and their active participation in society. Being and staying healthy is a fundamental precondition for migrants to work, be productive, and …
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Universal Health Coverage - "Leave No Migrant Behind" (Spanish)
Author/s: International Organization for Migration
Migration is a social determinant of health. Throughout the migration process, migrants are exposed to a unique set of sociocultural, economic, and environmental factors that may increase their risk of exposure to negative health outcomes, including communicable and non-communicable diseases. Migrants and mobile populations can face many obstacles in accessing essential health care services due to several factors including irregular immigration status, language barriers, discrimination, a…
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Healthy Migrants in Healthy Communities (IOM MHD Information Sheet - Spanish)
Author/s: IOM
Within its Migration Health Division (MHD), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) delivers and promotes comprehensive, preventive and curative health programmes which are beneficial, accessible, and equitable for migrants and mobile populations. Bridging the needs of both migrants and IOM’s member states, MHD contributes towards the physical, mental and social well-being of migrants, enabling them and host communities to achieve social and economic development.
Are you pregnant? Inform IOM Health Staff [Spanish]
Author/s: IOM
Learn about testing and health services for pregnant US-bound refugees at IOM.
What do I need to know about Hepatitis B testing and vaccination? [Spanish]
Author/s: IOM
Learn about Hepatitis B as well as Hepatitis B testing and vaccination for US-bound refugees at IOM.
Migración Saludable en América Central: Manual de Referencia
Author/s: Carlos Van der Laat, Lucía Maquieira Caeiro
Pautas para mejorar el bienestar psicosocial de las poblaciones migrantes y en situación de vulnerabilidad
Author/s: Marcelo Pisani, Jefe de Misión
Su objetivo es difundir la perspectiva desde donde se entiende el enfoque y la respuesta psicosocial para facilitar la incorporación de dicha perspectiva en los procesos de diseño de iniciativas pertinentes para las poblaciones beneficiarias.
Por otro lado, entrega herramientas específicas que permiten orientar y comprender el contexto de los individuos y comunidades para identificar las necesidades psicosociales.
Migración Saludable en América Central: Aprende Haciendo
Author/s: IOM
El presente manual fue elaborado en conjunto con el Fondo de Cooperación UNFPA/AECID; con el objetivo de formar y sensibilizar a proveedores de salud y funcionarios vinculados con migración sobre las condiciones que aumentan la vulnerabilidad de las poblaciones migrantes en América Central, con énfasis en su salud. Se busca fortalecer las acciones de protección y apoyo en las comunidades de origen, tránsito y destino, bajo un enfoque de derechos humanos e…
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Migración Saludable en América Central: Aprenda Facilitando
Author/s: Carlos Van der Laat, Lucía Maquieira Caeiro