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Informing return: Lessons from go-and-see visits of Syrian refugees in Türkiye
Between January and July 2025, Syrian refugees in Türkiye were able to take short “go-and-see” visits to Syria to assess conditions before deciding on return. Upinion spoke with more than 200 Syrians about their experiences and perspectives. The findings show that while visits helped refugees make more informed decisions, participation was low due to financial,…
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Policy brief: The operating environment of migration-focused CSOs in Mali
In Mali, migration-focused civil society organizations (CSOs) are working in an increasingly challenging environment marked by shrinking funding, growing security risks, and tightened government oversight. Based on in-depth interviews with CSOs across the country, this policy brief offers a snapshot of their operating reality and the strategies they adopt to stay active, from building trust…
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Policy Brief: The operating environment of migration-focused CSOs in Türkiye
Migration-focused civil society organizations (CSOs) in Türkiye are navigating an increasingly restrictive and uncertain operating environment. Drawing on desk research and interviews with CSOs across the country, this policy brief sheds light on the legal, political, and financial constraints that affect their work, from shrinking international funding and complex bureaucracy to rising anti-refugee sentiment and…
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One year after the Turkish-Syrian earthquake: living amidst devastation and discrimination
On February 6 2023, the southern regions of Türkiye and adjacent areas in northwestern Syria were struck by two earthquakes measuring 7.8 and 7.6 magnitudes. In Türkiye alone, over 50,000 people lost their lives, and more than 100,000 buildings and homes were reduced to rubble, displacing numerous families. Sleeping at home was not an option…