Association of Returned Migrants from Europe to the Kurdistan Region

President Abubakr Ali Aziz between the Kurdistan and European Union flags overlooking Ranya — Unity, Solidarity, Progress

Official meeting of the Association's leadership with government representatives before Kurdistan, Iraqi and EU flags

Association spokesperson at a press conference before Kurdistan and European Union flags

Association representative giving a broadcast media interview beside Kurdistan and EU flags

European Union, United Kingdom and Kurdistan flags at sunset with an airliner returning to the Kurdistan Region

Kurdistan ferry with European Union and United Kingdom flags at sunset — Together for a stronger future

Established 2011 · Kurdistan Region

Together for a stronger future

Unity · Solidarity · Progress.

A bespoke visual record of the Association's public presence — leadership, diplomacy, media engagement and the journey home.

About the Association

Serving returned migrants and their communities since 2011.

The Association of Returned Migrants from Europe to the Kurdistan Region is an independent, non-profit civil society organisation. It works in cooperation with public institutions, international organisations and community partners to support sustainable reintegration and informed migration decisions.

Mission

To support the sustainable reintegration of returned migrants through professional guidance, public information, referrals and institutional cooperation.

Vision

A society in which migration decisions are informed, human dignity is protected and returned migrants can rebuild their lives safely and sustainably.

Mandate

The Association contributes to migration awareness, return and reintegration support, referral coordination and institutional cooperation within the Kurdistan Region.

Services

Confidential guidance and referrals.

Services are provided to returned migrants, families and cooperating organisations. Availability may depend on location, eligibility and programme capacity.

Return and Reintegration Guidance

Information and guidance for individuals and families returning from European countries.

Available

Migration Information

Reliable information concerning migration risks, lawful pathways and available support.

Available

Referral Services

Referral to appropriate legal, social, employment, education and community services.

By assessment

Family and Community Support

Guidance and referrals for families affected by return and migration.

Available

Youth Awareness

Educational and community programmes addressing unsafe and irregular migration.

Programme-based

Institutional Cooperation

Support for public bodies, civil society organisations and international partners seeking cooperation.

By request

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Message from the President

“Return is not a single moment. It is a slow, honest process.”

The Association exists to walk alongside those who come home — with respect, confidentiality and practical support. Our responsibility is to ensure that no returning citizen is left to face reintegration alone.

Abubakr Ali Aziz

President, Association of Returned Migrants

Leadership and Governance

The Association at work