Migrants fleeing honor killing must be granted protection, Italian court rules
Italy's Supreme Court of Cassation has ruled that people fleeing their country of origin to escape honor crimes are worthy of international protection.
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How will Brexit affect family reunions for young migrants hoping to reach the UK?
Parliamentarians (MPs) in the British lower house recently repealed a crucial amendment in the Brexit transition agreement which would have allowed unaccompanied minors to rejoin a parent or relative resident in the UK even once the UK has left the EU. The Brexit transition is expected to begin at the end of January. So what will it mean for young migrants?
'Black sardines' debut in Naples as migrants protest
Over 200 members of the migrants and refugees movement in Naples, Italy, held a protest on Saturday. They fashioned themselves after the left-leaning 'sardines' protest movement.
Seeking refuge after daring to choose love in Afghanistan
In Afghanistan, persecution of women forced into abusive marriages is a daily reality. A few manage to escape, and seek protection in Europe. One young woman was recently given refugee status in Belgium because her family had threatened to harm her. Her ‘crime’?: Falling in love.
Fact check: Freedom of movement for migrants and refugees in Europe
The European Union is known for championing freedom of movement. EU citizens can easily travel or move to another EU country. But what about migrants and refugees living in the EU? Can they travel to other countries? Are they allowed to work in another EU country? Here's what you need to know...
Thousands of traumatized migrants in Germany are denied help
Migrants and refugees in need of therapy are being forced to wait months for treatment, or missing out altogether, a professional organization of psychosocial centers in Germany says. The organization says there are not enough funds to treat the thousands of migrants suffering from trauma.
The apostle comes from Africa - A contemporary passion story
The fight of refugees for better living conditions is at the centre of Milo Rau's new project. The renowned theatre director wants to end their exploitation. His film recasts the Passion of Christ, with refugees as Jesus and Apostles.
Sign warns of torture on the border between Bosnia and Croatia
A Croatian migrant rights group has placed a sign saying ''Welcome to Croatia - Country of torture'' at the border between Croatia and Bosnia to protest against reported cases of violence against migrants at the hands of the authorities. The protest is also directed against Croatia joining the Schengen zone.
Activists demand justice for migrant woman killed in Brandenburg, Germany
Justice for Rita – that's what a few dozen activists demanded from the Brandenburg state interior ministry in Potsdam. The 32-year-old migrant had been found dead in the woods near a secluded refugee home in July, more than two months after she had gone missing.
Which insurance do you need as a refugee in Germany?
Everybody gets sick sometimes or accidentally breaks things. That’s why health and private liability insurance are vital. But what do asylum seekers and recognized refugees need to bear in mind when taking out insurance in Germany? Here we look at the basics and the ins and outs of key insurance for refugees and asylum seekers in Germany.
Refugees with own income pay up to €930 rental fees in shared accommodation in Germany
Being a refugee with a regular income can be expensive: German municipalities make refugees with personal earnings pay part of the rental fees if they live in shared accommodations. Hundreds of euros for a bed in a shared room are the norm. Researchers and refugee advocates criticize a lack of transparency and asylum seekers' little influence on their accommodation due to the difficulty of finding a regular apartment.
Migrateful – Empowering and celebrating refugees and food
The charity Migrateful was set up two years ago to help refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants in the UK teach cooking classes in a bid to help them on their journey to integration. It currently operates in London and Kent and is about to launch in Bristol.