September 14, 2022 (Djibouti-Ville, Djibouti): Mme Fathia Alwan IGAD Director for Health and Social Development Division, Speaking on behalf of the Executive Secretary of IGAD, H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu signed a partnership agreement with Danish Refugee Council (DRC) for the implementation of the Regional Migration Fund (RMF) project in Ali-sabieh and Ali Addeh region in the Republic of Djibouti in the presence of the Director Aministration and Fiance Division at IGAD Mr Josephat Onyari, Alexandra Bean Operations Director-East Africa and Great Lakes and Boisy Vidal Athanasius Williams Area Manager-Djibouti Country Office. On the occasion Madam Fathia said that this is the first project for which IGAD has signed such an agreement and expect a quality and timely implementation of the project so that the lessons learned will be replicated in other IGAD Member States.
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO – one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In 40 countries 7,500 employees protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement affected people and communities. DRC works during displacement at all stages: In the acute crisis, in exile, when settling and integrating in a new place, or upon return. DRC provides protection and life-saving humanitarian assistance. DRC supports displaced persons in becoming self-reliant and included into hosting societies. DRC works with civil society and responsible authorities to promote protection of rights and peaceful coexistence. Our 6,000 volunteers in Denmark make an invaluable difference in integration activities throughout the country.
