Statement from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, António Guterres, Regarding Solutions for the Residents of Camp New Iraq (Ashraf)
GENEVA - I want to express my deep appreciation for the tireless efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Mr. Martin Kobler, to reach an agreement with the Government of Iraq regarding a process for the voluntary relocation of the residents of Camp New Iraq (former Camp Ashraf).
UNHCR is fully engaged in this initiative and looks forward to the voluntary and peaceful transfer of the asylum seekers to a temporary site so that UNHCR can proceed immediately with the determination of their status in accordance with its mandate.
I wish to commend the Government of Iraq for extending the deadline for the closure of the camp and for agreeing to provide the necessary facilities with safety and security, so that the process of verification and adjudication can be conducted in a timely and appropriate manner.
I urge all sides to cooperate in good faith to ensure a peaceful process and I reiterate my appeal to the international community to contribute to the achievement of durable solutions for those recognized as refugees through offering resettlement places.
For further information on this topic, please contact:
- In Geneva, Leigh Foster, on mobile +41 79 557 9124
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A Victim-Centred Approach
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Equip and Empower
This strategy serves as a guide for the tangible actions we take in the prevention of and response to sexual exploitation, abuse, and sexual harassment. This includes implementing a policy on a victim centre approach, having focal points in operations dedicated to the prevention of and response to sexual exploitation and abuse and having a victim care officer supporting survivors of sexual harassment. -
Accountability
Sexual misconduct is rooted in a culture of discrimination and privilege based on gender inequalities and power imbalances. Eradicating sexual misconduct requires a change in individual attitudes and organizational culture.