Katja Frostell

Summer reading by the fireplace... riveting book about a Syrian refugee’s plight for survival by @melissarfleming of @Refugees

Last year, 44 civil society organisations and research institutions provided input to the EUAA's #AsylumReport. ℹ️ As the go-to source of information on asylum in Europe. These contributions add different perspectives to the report when summarising the annual trends. 📢 We call on all #civilsociety organisations to share insights and reports on the latest developments in asylum policies and practices to enhance the #AsylumReport2025 at 📄europa.eu/!4Yf4hT.

The EUAA Case Law Database 📚 is your go-to platform for asylum jurisprudence across 🇪🇺. We’re seeking feedback to improve the platform’s quality & usability. Help us enhance this vital tool by sharing your insights at 📄 europa.eu/!rdPX9Y

With changes in requirements in countries like 🇧🇪 & 🇸🇪, the landscape of family reunification is evolving. Read the EUAA's latest #AsylumReport2024 fact sheet at 📄 europa.eu/!W9DyWQ to understand the legislative changes & how they impact applicants & national systems across 🇪🇺+ countries.

📢Calling all civil society organisations #InternationalProtection! Your expertise matters. Share your insights and reports on the latest developments in asylum policies and practices to enhance the #AsylumReport2025. Use the online form at 📄europa.eu/!4Yf4hT

For 10 years, the EUAA has worked with Western Balkans partners to help align asylum systems with 🇪🇺 standards. With 260+ capacity actions & peer-to-peer exchanges, we’re building resilient systems to tackle asylum & reception challenges, paving the way for them to join CEAS.

The key players ensuring the protection of human rights in 🇪🇺? National Human Rights Institutions & Ombudspersons are vital in upholding the rights of refugees and asylum seekers, from monitoring reception centres to returns. Read all about it 🌐 europa.eu/!RbXm69

Call for Grant Proposal: Enhance the EUAA Asylum Case Law Database With € 50 000 in funding, this initiative enhances access to asylum jurisprudence and enriches the collection in the EUAA Case Law Database. ℹ️ Join our online information session at 📽️ bit.ly/40Iohkh for more information. 🗓️ Apply by 16 January 2025 🔗 europa.eu/!Q7Khh4

As trafficking networks adapt to new migratory flows, 🇪🇺+ countries must continue to identify and curb evolving methods of recruitment, including the use of social media and dating apps, which exploit migrants and asylum seekers. Following a strengthened EU-level response, countries have begun to put in place national action plans and referral mechanisms to support victims. Stay informed by reading our situational update at 📄 europa.eu/!dGkTY4 #EUAntiTraffickingDay #EUvsHumanTrafficking

The graph below has become my most viewed post ever - well, elsewhere. Here it got <300 views. So: if Lebanese people now flee to Europe, some 60% of them might seek #asylum in 🇩🇪, based on past trends

Between June and August 2024, court rulings in the EU+ were issued on a range of asylum-related matters, incl.: 🔵 Gender-based persecution 🔵 Dublin transfers 🔵 Protection for Afghan women 🔵 LGBTIQ individuals 📚 Learn more: europa.eu/!jPHHCq

In 2023, 🇪🇺 countries continued to improve conditions in asylum & reception systems for LGBTIQ applicants. A new fact sheet highlights the role of courts in ensuring that this profile of applicants is protected throughout the procedure. Learn more ⬇️ #AsylumReport2024

@pcaruanagalizia Brave, strong woman with brave, strong sons…continue her legacy by making wrongs right 💪

Her 60th birthday 💔

As trafficking networks adapt to new migratory flows, 🇪🇺+ countries must continue to identify and curb evolving methods of recruitment, including the use of social media and dating apps for exploitation. Following a strengthened EU-level response, countries have begun to put in place national action plans and referral mechanisms to support victims. Stay informed by reading our latest situational update at: europa.eu/!dGkTY4

✳️Just published: A new EUAA report summarises EU-level and nationals developments concerning victims of #humantrafficking who apply for asylum in Europe euaa.europa.eu/publications/v…

15% of minors seeking asylum in 2023 were unaccompanied, highlighting the importance of providing dedicated support for vulnerable children. Read the EUAA's latest #AsylumReport2024 fact sheet at 📄 europa.eu/!4p7nf3 to find more data on the sex and age of asylum applicants.

Data disaggregated by age and sex allows us to better understand the profile of asylum seekers in Europe. Read our latest analysis: euaa.europa.eu/publications/d…

♂️ The majority of asylum seekers in Europe are men, aged 18-34 years. More analysis of the profile of applicants in 2023 is now available in a new #AsylumReport2024 fact sheet: euaa.europa.eu/publications/d…

The Dublin procedure aims to prevent the duplication of efforts by ensuring that one Member State examines a given asylum application lodged within the 🇪🇺. Dublin Units support this process by assessing if applicants should be transferred to another state or if their application should be processed locally. Check out our latest publications in the EUAA’s Who is Who in International Protection series to learn more: 🔵 The Role and Competencies of Dublin Units at europa.eu/!dntFGQ 🔵 Stakeholders Involved in the Dublin Procedure at europa.eu/!jK3jnk

#WorldRefugeesDay youtube.com/watch?v=7MdWeQ…

Today, on #WorldRefugeeDay, we honour the strength & resilience of refugees forced to flee their homes. Amidst conflicts and crises, they face immense challenges, from perilous journeys to uncertainty in new countries. We are committed to working tirelessly every day with all our partners to make 🇪🇺 a place of safety for those in need.