From Border Control to Belonging: How Refugees Can Strengthen Host Communities

As humanitarian funding shrinks and global displacement continues to rise, the international community is being urged to rethink its response to refugee crises. Rather than focusing solely on border security and short-term aid, new strategies are highlighting the benefits of integrating refugees into host societies.

At a recent high-level meeting of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in New York, global leaders, including refugee experts and country representatives, called for more inclusive, long-term policies that serve both refugees and the communities that receive them.


A Crisis Growing in Complexity

In 2024, over 122 million people were forcibly displaced by war, climate change, hunger, and poverty. Most of them—around 70%—now reside in low- and middle-income countries, according to ECOSOC President Bob Rae.

UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi emphasized that the current global focus on border control often comes at the expense of human rights, and urged for a shift in priorities.

“Inclusion means more than safety. It means access to healthcare, education, job opportunities, and documentation—tools that allow refugees to rebuild their lives and contribute to their new communities,” said Grandi.


Examples of Inclusive Refugee Policies

Two countries—Colombia and Mauritania—shared real-world success stories on how empowering refugees has benefited their nations.

Colombia: Legal Protections and Integration for Venezuelans

In 2021, Colombia introduced a Temporary Protection Status (TPS) program for Venezuelan refugees. This initiative gave 2.5 million Venezuelans legal documentation, allowing access to:

  • Public healthcare and education
  • Legal employment
  • Social services

Not only has TPS restored dignity and stability for refugees, but it has also helped Colombia better manage refugee flows, boosting both social integration and national security.

Mauritania: Embracing Refugees as Contributors

For more than a decade, Mauritania has welcomed refugees from Mali, upholding their rights to work, study, and access healthcare. The government treats refugees as equal partners in development, supporting both refugee and host communities through:

  • Investments in education and livelihoods
  • Enhanced social cohesion efforts
  • Local development initiatives that benefit all

A New Approach to Forced Displacement

Speakers at the ECOSOC event stressed that refugee integration should be seen as an opportunity—not a burden. While financial aid remains vital, the focus must now shift to building resilient communities that empower displaced people to contribute economically, socially, and culturally.

“We can no longer afford to separate refugee protection from development,” said ECOSOC President Rae. “By investing in both, we build stronger, more inclusive societies.”

UN Calls for Action to Confront the Legacy of the Transatlantic Slave Trade

UN Photo/Devra Berkowitz Details from the permanent memorial in acknowledgement of the tragedy and in consideration of the legacy of slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

The devastating impact of the transatlantic slave trade still reverberates through modern society, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said during a moving address at the General Assembly, marking the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

Speaking on March 25, Mr. Guterres emphasized that systemic racism, economic exclusion, and racial violence continue to rob people of African descent of opportunities to thrive.

“For too long, the crimes of the transatlantic slave trade—and their ongoing impact—have remained unacknowledged, unspoken, and unaddressed,” the UN chief stated, calling on governments, institutions, and civil society to finally confront this enduring injustice.


Four Centuries of Suffering

Between the 16th and 19th centuries, an estimated 25 to 30 million Africans were forcibly taken from their homelands. Many perished during the horrific transatlantic journey. Families were shattered, communities destroyed, and generations condemned to slavery, all in the pursuit of profits fueled by racist ideologies.

While the transatlantic slave trade formally ended, its legacy persists, with racial inequalities and economic disparities stretching across centuries and continents.


The Financial Burden That Followed Freedom

Highlighting the injustices that continued even after abolition, Guterres reminded the Assembly that formerly enslaved people often received no compensation, and some—like Haiti—were forced to pay indemnities to those who once enslaved them.

Haiti’s crippling debt, imposed by former colonial powers, locked the young nation into generations of economic hardship, a burden still felt today.


A Call for Concrete Action

The Secretary-General urged:

  • Full implementation of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.
  • Active measures against racism, discrimination, and economic exclusion.
  • Honest education about the history and legacy of slavery in schools worldwide.

“Acknowledging this truth is essential for addressing past wrongs, healing the present, and building a future of dignity and justice for all,” Mr. Guterres stressed.


Echoes of Injustice Today

Philémon Yang, President of the General Assembly, reinforced these concerns, warning that despite abolition, the scars of slavery endure through inequities in housing, employment, healthcare, and education.

He called for concrete policies, not just acknowledgments, to confront these disparities head-on.

Education plays a critical role, Yang added, urging that histories of slavery and its aftermath be incorporated into curricula globally to help fight ignorance and prejudice.


The Ark of Return: Honoring the Victims

This year’s observance also celebrated the tenth anniversary of the Ark of Return, a solemn white marble memorial at UN Headquarters in New York, designed by Haitian-American architect Rodney Leon.

The monument stands as a tribute to the resilience and resistance of those who suffered and serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight against racism and injustice.


New Visions for Remembrance

Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka called for remembrance to be more than symbolic. Proposing a “Heritage Voyage of Return”, Soyinka envisioned repurposed transatlantic routes as pathways for education, culture, and healing.

Meanwhile, young American poet Salome Agbaroji urged African descendants to reclaim their narratives:

“Turn the tide, flip the phrase, and reclaim our personhood and stories,” she declared.

She emphasized that the value of people of African descent extends far beyond the labor they provided under oppression, highlighting the vibrancy of their cultures, innovations, and achievements.


The United Nations’ message is clear: remembering the victims of slavery must lead to real change. Only through truth, education, justice, and action can the world begin to heal the wounds left by one of history’s greatest crimes.

Afghanistan’s Opium Prices Soar to Historic Highs, Fueling Organized Crime Networks

Afghanistan’s opium market is facing a dramatic transformation. Since the Taliban’s de facto authorities imposed a poppy cultivation ban in 2022, opium prices have skyrocketed tenfold, according to new data from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).

While opium production has sharply declined, the price for a kilogram of opium surged from $75 in 2021 to $750 in 2024, creating massive profit opportunities—primarily for high-level traffickers and organized crime groups.


A Shift in the Global Drug Trade

The UNODC reports that heroin and opium seizures have dropped by about 50% since 2021, reflecting a significant fall in production following the poppy ban. However, this has not weakened the opium economy.

“Despite the production decline, trafficking remains highly profitable,” said Ghada Waly, UNODC Executive Director. “Profits are flowing to transnational crime groups, further destabilizing Afghanistan and the broader region.”


Stockpiles Sustain the Trade

At the end of 2022, Afghanistan’s opiate stockpiles were estimated at 13,200 tonnes, enough to sustain demand until 2027.
Before the drop in cultivation, these reserves were valued between $4.6 billion and $5.9 billion, representing up to 29% of Afghanistan’s economy in 2023.

While these stockpiles may have provided a temporary economic cushion for ordinary Afghans amid the country’s financial collapse, most of the opium is controlled by large traders and exporters, leaving small-scale farmers in deep financial distress.


Farmers at Risk

Only about 30% of farmers held modest opium reserves in 2022. The majority, who previously depended on poppy cultivation for their livelihoods, now face severe economic hardship.
UNODC stresses the urgent need to create sustainable economic alternatives for Afghan farmers to prevent a potential return to poppy farming, especially as the current high prices make the crop extremely tempting.


A Dangerous Shift Toward Synthetic Drugs

Another looming concern is the potential shift from opium to even more dangerous synthetic drugs.
With opium increasingly scarce and expensive, traffickers and users may turn toward synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which are far more potent and deadly than heroin.

UNODC warns that without a coordinated global counter-narcotics strategy—one that not only targets trafficking networks but also supports viable livelihoods for Afghan farmers—the world could face a new, more dangerous drug crisis.

Historic Global Deal Reached to Slash Shipping Emissions

In a landmark achievement for climate action, countries have agreed on a new international framework to dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions from the global shipping industry. After years of negotiations, the agreement was finalized during the latest session of the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee.

The plan sets ambitious targets: achieving net-zero emissions from maritime shipping by 2050, with formal adoption expected in October 2025 and implementation starting in 2027.


Key Elements of the New Framework

The new measures, which will apply to large vessels over 5,000 gross tonnage (responsible for 85% of maritime CO₂ emissions), include:

  • Mandatory global fuel standards: Shipping companies must progressively lower the greenhouse gas intensity of their marine fuels.
  • Industry-wide carbon pricing: High-emission vessels will be required to purchase “remedial units” to offset their excess emissions, while ships using near-zero or zero-emission technologies will benefit from financial rewards.

This dual system is designed to create strong market incentives for the transition toward cleaner fuels and sustainable shipping practices.


Challenges and Breakthrough

Negotiations in London were intense. Some countries, including the United States, initially opposed the proposal. However, after a decisive vote, the framework passed, signaling a historic shift for the shipping industry.

“The approval of the net-zero framework is a major milestone,” said IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez, praising the global collaboration that made the agreement possible.
“This demonstrates the IMO’s commitment to modernizing shipping and addressing climate change.”


Supporting Developing Nations

A significant feature of the framework is the creation of the IMO Net-Zero Fund. Financed by revenues from the carbon pricing mechanism, this fund will:

  • Support innovation and infrastructure for greener shipping, especially in developing countries.
  • Mitigate the economic impact on vulnerable nations, such as small island developing States (SIDS) and least developed countries (LDCs), which are disproportionately affected by climate change.

What’s Next?

  • Formal Adoption: Final ratification of the agreement is scheduled for October 2025 during the next IMO session.
  • Implementation: New standards and mechanisms will officially take effect in 2027, allowing the industry time to transition and invest in new technologies.

About the IMO

Founded in 1948 and based in London, the International Maritime Organization is the UN’s specialized agency tasked with ensuring the safety, security, and environmental sustainability of global shipping. It is behind key international treaties like SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) and MARPOL (Prevention of Pollution from Ships).


This landmark decision is expected to reshape the future of global shipping, accelerating the sector’s transition toward sustainability while providing critical support to nations most at risk from the impacts of climate change.

The Chinamperos of Xochimilco: Can This Ancient Farming Tradition Survive?

In the heart of Mexico City, a centuries-old agricultural tradition is fighting for survival. The chinamperos of Xochimilco, farmers who cultivate crops on floating gardens called chinampas, have been sustaining the city for generations. But today, urban sprawl, environmental degradation, and climate change are threatening their ancestral way of life.

Ahead of the release of the 2025 Interconnected Disaster Risks report, a team from the United Nations University visited Xochimilco to hear firsthand how the chinamperos are working to preserve their heritage.


A Rich Agricultural Legacy

The practice of creating chinampas dates back to the Aztecs, who ingeniously layered mud, plants, and branches over shallow lake beds to form fertile floating islands. This system created a unique and sustainable method of farming, resulting in a sprawling network of nearly 180 kilometers of canals and gardens.

“I was born and raised in Xochimilco,” says Lauro Rivera, a 72-year-old beekeeper. “This place exists because of the hard work of our ancestors. They built the chinampas and anchored them with trees like the ahuejote. Their efforts still shape the land today.”


Modern Challenges for Ancient Traditions

While the chinampas once teemed with freshwater clams, fish, turtles, and axolotls, pollution and water scarcity have taken a toll.

“There were even freshwater clams here,” recalls Samuel Luna, a 67-year-old vegetable farmer. “Now we are trying to return to more eco-friendly farming methods with fewer pesticides. Maybe we can’t bring everything back, but we can preserve what remains.”

Today’s chinamperos, like Samuel’s grandson Eric Enríquez, are determined to continue the tradition, even as climate change makes farming unpredictable.

“You no longer know when it will rain or when it will be cold,” Eric explains. “Technology offers solutions, but not everyone can afford the necessary tools. Farming the chinampas is hard, beautiful work—and we can’t let it disappear.”


Preserving a Way of Life

The chinampa tradition is not only about food production but also about cultural identity. Mariana Cruz, a 29-year-old historian, highlights the vital role women have played in this heritage.

“My great-grandmother farmed the chinampas. She and many women worked alongside men to build this community,” Mariana shares. “There’s a stereotype that farming equals poverty, but we are proud to come from chinamperos. Their work is as vital as that of any doctor.”

She believes education is key to preserving Xochimilco’s importance, teaching others why protecting its canals, water systems, and agricultural legacy matters not just for locals but for the entire city’s future.


A Future in the Balance

The chinamperos stand at a crossroads. Without significant efforts to protect the environment, revitalize traditional farming, and attract new generations to agriculture, a vital part of Mexico City’s cultural and ecological heritage could vanish.

Their story is a reminder that sustainability, resilience, and respect for ancestral knowledge are critical—not just for the chinamperos, but for all communities facing the growing impacts of climate change.

Myanmar Earthquake Survivors Face Rising Health Crisis Amid Pre-Monsoon Rains

One month after the devastating earthquakes struck central Myanmar, tens of thousands of survivors are still living in fragile conditions, with destitution, disease, and despair stalking their daily lives, according to United Nations agencies on the ground.

With many families still sheltering under makeshift tents of plastic sheeting, vulnerable communities are now facing pre-monsoon storms, stagnant water, and increasing risks of waterborne diseases.


Living in Fear and Hardship

Describing the grim situation, Dr. Thushara Fernando, WHO Representative in Myanmar, said:

“When it rains, they can’t sleep. When the rain stops, they still can’t sleep because they fear the wind might blow their only shelter away.”

He warned that contaminated water sources, overwhelmed toilets, and the absence of basic protection like mosquito nets are exposing survivors to cholera, dengue, and acute watery diarrhoea. A cholera outbreak had already been reported in Mandalay prior to the earthquakes.


The Humanitarian Toll

The earthquakes, which struck on 28 March 2025, killed at least 3,700 people, injured 5,100, and left 114 still missing, though actual numbers are feared to be much higher due to underreporting.
Since the initial quake, survivors have endured over 140 aftershocks, some as strong as magnitude 5.9, adding to trauma and complicating relief efforts.


WHO and UNICEF Response Efforts

To meet the urgent needs:

  • WHO has delivered around 170 tonnes of emergency medical supplies, supporting 450,000 people for at least three months.
  • More than 220 emergency medical teams have been deployed to the earthquake-affected zones.
  • Dengue prevention initiatives are underway, with 4,500 rapid diagnostic kits and hundreds of insecticide-treated nets distributed.

Despite these efforts, services such as trauma care, mental health support, and maternal health services are operating at a very limited scale due to funding shortfalls.

“Without urgent, sustained funding, the risks of secondary health crises will erupt,” warned Dr. Fernando.

UNICEF also raised alarms about deteriorating conditions:

  • Access to food, healthcare, and clean water remains severely disrupted.
  • Early signs of acute watery diarrhoea are emerging.
  • Malnutrition rates are worsening, particularly among young children.
  • Low immunization coverage threatens to spark preventable disease outbreaks, particularly as monsoon rains approach.

Urgent Action Needed

As Myanmar’s earthquake survivors brace for even harsher conditions during the coming monsoon season, UN agencies are calling for immediate international support to prevent a full-scale humanitarian health disaster.

“Urgent action is needed to protect children and families already on the brink,” said Eliana Drakopoulos from UNICEF.

The situation remains critical—and without expanded funding and humanitarian access, Myanmar could soon face secondary health crises that would claim even more lives.

Global Inequality Deepens as Billions Struggle Amid Rising Insecurity, Warns New UN Report

A new United Nations report warns that economic uncertainty, conflict, and climate shocks are plunging billions of people into deeper insecurity, fueling a collapse of trust in governments and institutions worldwide.

According to the World Social Report 2025, launched Thursday, fear of job loss and financial instability is no longer confined to poorer regions—it’s now a global phenomenon impacting every corner of the world.

Despite historic gains in education, healthcare, and technology, many people today feel worse off than previous generations, with nearly 60% of surveyed individuals saying they are “struggling” and another 12% describing themselves as “suffering.”


Global Instability: A New Normal

The report highlights a growing sense of vulnerability across all income levels:

  • Even in high-income countries, gig work and the digital economy are creating jobs that offer flexibility at the cost of security, rights, and long-term stability.
  • Informal employment dominates in many low- and middle-income countries, leaving millions trapped in low-wage, precarious work without social protections.
  • More than 2.8 billion people live on less than $6.85 per day, where any minor economic shock can force families back into extreme poverty.

The challenges are made worse by the increasing impact of climate change, armed conflicts, and widening inequality, particularly across developing regions.


Trust in Freefall

As economic pressures mount, public trust in institutions is crumbling:

  • 57% of the global population now expresses low confidence in their governments.
  • Among younger generations, trust levels are even lower, sparking fears of long-term civic disengagement.
  • Fewer than 30% of people believe that most others can be trusted, eroding social cohesion and making collective action even harder.

The UN report also highlights the toxic role of misinformation spread through digital platforms, where algorithm-driven echo chambers amplify division and radicalize opinions.


A Call for Bold, People-Centered Policies

The World Social Report 2025 calls for urgent action to reverse these damaging trends:

  • Invest in public services: education, healthcare, housing, and social protection must be strengthened.
  • Rebuild trust: by creating inclusive, accountable institutions that genuinely represent and serve their people.
  • Address inequality: by ensuring wealth and power are distributed more fairly across societies.

These steps are essential not just for economic recovery, but for rebuilding public confidence and ensuring inclusive, sustainable growth.


The Path Forward: Global Unity Needed

In his foreword to the report, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized that today’s interconnected challenges can only be solved through collective action:

“Now more than ever, we must strengthen our resolve to come together and build a world that is more just, secure, resilient, and united for each and every one of us.”

As the world prepares for the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha this November, global leaders are being urged to prioritize solidarity, economic security, and renewed multilateral cooperation to build a better future for all.

Global Trust Eroding as Job Fears Surge, Warns UN World Social Report 2025

Billions around the globe are grappling with economic instability, conflict, and climate shocks, leading to widespread fear over job security and a collapse in trust toward institutions and each other, according to the World Social Report 2025, launched by the United Nations on Thursday.

Despite advances in education, longevity, and connectivity, many people believe life today is worse than it was 50 years ago, with close to 60% of those surveyed reporting that they are “struggling” and 12% describing themselves as “suffering.”


Key Findings of the Report

Economic Insecurity Across All Income Levels

  • Job instability is now a global issue, not confined to low-income regions. Even in wealthier nations, the rise of gig work and digital transitions has led to precarious, low-security jobs.
  • Informal employment remains dominant in many middle- and low-income countries, offering little to no safety nets like healthcare, pensions, or job protections.
  • Over 2.8 billion people live on less than $6.85 per day, meaning even minor financial shocks can trigger a return to extreme poverty.

Impact of Climate Change and Conflict

  • Climate disasters and armed conflicts are undermining local economies, deepening inequality, and further destabilizing job markets—especially in the developing world.

Collapse of Trust in Institutions and Society

The report paints a bleak picture of waning trust globally:

  • 57% of the world’s population now expresses low confidence in their governments.
  • Among young people—those born after 2000—trust levels are even lower, raising serious concerns about future civic engagement and political stability.
  • Only 30% of people in surveyed countries believe that most others can be trusted.

The report also links the rise of misinformation and disinformation, exacerbated by social media algorithms, to further division, radicalization, and the erosion of public trust.

“The spread of misinformation, facilitated by digital technologies, is reinforcing divisions and fuelling distrust,” the report warns.


A Call for Bold Policy Reforms

To reverse these dangerous trends, the UN report calls for ambitious and equity-driven policy actions, emphasizing:

  • Investment in public services such as education, healthcare, housing, and social protection.
  • Strengthening inclusive, accountable institutions to rebuild public trust.
  • Redistributing wealth and power, reducing the extreme concentration of resources at the top of societies.

“These investments are not optional—they are essential for promoting resilience and inclusive growth,” the report stresses.


A Collective Response to Global Challenges

Ahead of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha this November, the UN underscores the urgency of collective action.

In a foreword to the report, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for decisive leadership:

“The global challenges we face demand collective solutions. Now more than ever, we must strengthen our resolve to come together and build a world that is more just, secure, resilient, and united for each and every one of us.”


For continued coverage of the World Social Report 2025, major global summits, and efforts to tackle inequality, insecurity, and climate change, stay connected to our platform. We bring you trusted insights into how today’s challenges can be met with bold, collaborative action.

Sudan: 15 Million Children Now in Need of Aid as Conflict Enters Third Year

As Sudan’s brutal civil war enters its third year, the number of children requiring urgent humanitarian support has doubled to 15 million, according to a new warning from the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF). This alarming figure underscores the intensifying humanitarian catastrophe in what is now the world’s largest child displacement crisis.

Rising Humanitarian Needs Amid Ongoing Conflict

Since fighting broke out in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), violence, disease, and displacement have surged. With the rainy season approaching in May, UNICEF warns that delivering aid will become even more difficult, especially for children already suffering from malnutrition, disease, and trauma.

“With the rainy season around the corner, children who are already reeling from malnutrition and disease will be harder to reach,” said UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell. “We must act now.”

Key Figures and Trends

  • 15 million children need humanitarian assistance (up from 7.8 million in 2023).
  • 30 million people in total require aid in Sudan this year.
  • 12.4 million displaced, including millions of children, nearly a third under the age of five.
  • 90% of children are currently out of school.
  • Famine confirmed in 10 areas, with more at risk.
  • Over 49,000 cholera and 11,000 dengue fever cases reported last year, mostly impacting children and mothers.
  • Grave violations against children—including killings, abductions, and attacks on schools and hospitals—have increased tenfold and now span more than half of Sudan’s 18 states.

UNICEF’s Appeal and Response

UNICEF is urgently calling for $1 billion to fund its operations in Sudan for 2025. That’s just 26 cents per day per person, yet only $266.6 million is currently available—most of which was carried over from 2024. A mere $12 million in new funding has been received this year.

Despite these constraints, UNICEF’s 2024 impact included:

  • Supporting 2.7 million children and caregivers with psychosocial, educational, and protection services.
  • Providing safe drinking water to nearly 10 million people.
  • Screening 6.7 million children for malnutrition and treating 422,000 with lifesaving support.

Access Barriers and Bureaucratic Delays

Conflict intensity, bureaucratic impediments, and access restrictions imposed by both government forces and armed groups have severely hampered aid delivery. With worsening security and limited humanitarian corridors, many vulnerable populations remain beyond reach.

A Plea for Global Solidarity

UNICEF is urging the international community to act swiftly and decisively:

“Sudan is the biggest humanitarian crisis in the world today, but it is not getting the world’s attention,” said Russell.
“We cannot abandon the children of Sudan. We have the expertise and the resolve to scale up our support, but we need access and sustained funding. Most of all, children in Sudan need this horrific conflict to end.”

Chek more on this topic here

Haiti on the Brink: UN Expert Warns of Worsening Crisis

Haiti is in freefall as gangs tighten their grip on the capital, violence spreads, and the country teeters on the edge of collapse, according to William O’Neill, the UN-designated human rights expert on Haiti.

After his fourth visit to assess conditions, O’Neill briefed journalists at UN Headquarters in New York, painting a dire picture of suffering and despair.

“I hate to sound like a broken record,” he admitted, “but the situation is more dire each time I go.”

Gangs Expand Control Amid Lawlessness

Despite the efforts of the Haitian National Police (PNH) and the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission, gang rule is expanding beyond Port-au-Prince, threatening to engulf the entire country.

✔ Gangs kill, rape, and terrorize communities with impunity.
✔ Homes are set on fire, and entire neighborhoods are forced to flee.
Powerful actors may be complicit in enabling gang operations.

“These violent criminal groups infiltrate all spheres of society,” O’Neill warned, raising concerns over corruption at the highest levels.

Harrowing Testimonies: Haiti’s Children at the Center of Crisis

O’Neill shared firsthand testimonies from survivors, including children who have endured unimaginable horrors.

A 16-year-old girl, raped and orphaned by gang violence:
“Seven masked gunmen broke into my home in Kenscoff, raped and beat me and my stepmother. Then they killed my father in front of me.”

Despite her trauma, she still dreams of becoming a psychologist for young survivors. However, resources for victims remain severely inadequate.

A 12-year-old boy, forced into a gang, now in prison:
“I don’t want any more bandits in my country. Later, I’ll be a pilot.”

His words underscore the urgent need for reintegration programs to save children trapped in Haiti’s cycle of violence.

Over a Million Haitians Displaced with Nowhere to Go

Haiti’s crisis has displaced more than a million people, with thousands more fleeing in recent weeks.
IDP camps are overcrowded, with sexual violence and hunger rampant.
Community tensions are rising, as even students have attacked displaced families seeking shelter.

“The desperate are turning against the more desperate,” O’Neill said, describing a nation breaking under the weight of suffering.

A Call for Urgent Action: ‘Haiti’s Survival Is at Stake’

Political unity and solidarity must drive immediate action.
Fighting corruption and impunity is critical to dismantling gangs.
Responses to gang violence must respect human rights, including the right to life.

“There is not a day to lose. There is no alternative,” O’Neill declared.
“Haiti’s survival is at stake.”

What’s Next?

The UN, regional allies, and international organizations must step up efforts to:
✔ Provide security and humanitarian aid to displaced populations.
✔ Strengthen law enforcement and justice to combat criminal networks.
✔ Invest in rebuilding communities and supporting survivors.

Haiti stands at a breaking point, and the world cannot afford inaction.