In April 2024, the Hellenic Data Protection Authority issued a fine of €175,000 to the Greek Ministry of Migration and Asylum, due to non-compliance with data projection regulations concerning the…
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The issue of consent and voluntariness of return of failed Nigerian asylum seekers from the EU and those in transit countries has remained in contentious debate. Many asylum seekers consent to return due to pressure from and exhaustion from these countries…
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The issue of terminology and definitions, and more particularly, the issue of translating terminologies and definitions across different disciplines and geopolitical settings appears to be a constant challenge in large interdisciplinary research projects that cover broad geographical areas. Our GAPs project that seeks to decentre the study of migrant returns and return migration policies is no exception…
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In 2016, the Jordan Compact marked a fresh, comprehensive strategy forged between the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the international community to address the Syrian refugee crisis. Jordan, shouldering a substantial burden as a host to refugees, undertakes a global public good on behalf of the international community. The repatriation of refugees hinges…
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In the wake of forced or voluntary return, the aspirations for migration among Afghans remain steadfast, undeterred by the hurdles of the journey back home. Drawing from qualitative in-depth life history interviews conducted by Bilim in Herat, Balkh, Kabul, and Kandahar provinces of Afghanistan, I intend to reflect on a few major themes to uncover the profound desire of returnees to migrate once more. These individuals, grappling with the harsh realities of life in Afghanistan, harbor a fervent longing for the promise of a better future elsewhere—a long…
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The return of Nigerian migrants from EU countries seems to be smoother in comparison with returns from North Africa. In many cases, potential returnees are counselled pre-departure before being returned through a voluntary return program. In some cases, Nigerian partners are flown in to convince migrants with failed…
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