International Center for Refugee and Migration Studies

More than 2.3 million Afghans have returned from Iran and Pakistan in 2025, many under pressure, and to a country facing deep poverty, political instability and a severe humanitarian funding shortfall.

We are calling for urgent international support to respond at the borders and in areas of return. Immediate needs include emergency shelter, legal assistance, protection for women and girls, mental health support and emergency financial aid.

Without urgent funding, lives are at risk, and the region’s stability hangs in the balance.

The world must act now.

#refugees #balochistan #pakistaneconomy #afghanrefugees #policy #publicpolicy #migration #unhcr | International Center for Refugee and Migration Studies (ICRMS) We often hear about the challenges faced by Afghan refugees, but their economic contributions to Pakistan especially in Balochistan Abdullah Khan, (Senior Civil Servant & Public Policy Analyst), shares his opinion on: 🔹 The role of Afghan refugees in Pakistan’s economy 🔹 Their participation ...

#afghanrefugees #legalstatus #humanrights #icrms #unhcr #inclusion | International Center for Refugee and Migration Studies (ICRMS) Afghan Refugees in Pakistan – Their Legal Status, Government Recognition & Contributions. Tayyaba Kakar (Law Officer) explains the legal status of Afghan refugees in Pakistan, how recognition has been extended by governments, and their contributions to society. ...

📢 Call for Papers – Volume 02, Issue 01
The International Journal of Refugee, Minority, and Gender Studies (IJRMGS) invites original, unpublished research papers for its upcoming issue!

🌍 Topics include:
- Refugee & minority rights
- Climate migration
- Gender-based violence
- Feminist perspectives
- Migration & education
..and more!

🗓 Deadline: 15 August 2025
🔗 Submit here:
https://journal.icrms.org.pk/IJRMGS/

World Refugee Day 2025
A Celebration of Solidarity and Resilience
ICRMS BUITEMS, in collaboration with UNHCR Sub-Office Quetta, marked World Refugee Day 2025 under the global theme “Solidarity with Refugees.
The event brought together voices from refugee and host communities, government officials, academia, and humanitarian partners. From moving testimonials and live theatre performances to innovation showcases and inspiring speeches, the day highlighted the strength and aspirations of Afghan refugees in Balochistan.
We thank all speakers, performers, and partners who made this day meaningful. Together, we continue to stand for dignity, inclusion, and opportunity for all.

Today marks World Refugee Day 2025 a moment to reflect on the realities faced by millions who’ve been forced to leave their homes.
At ICRMS, we stand with refugees not just today, but every day committed to supporting their rights, their voices, and their future.
Let’s continue to raise awareness, build empathy, and take action because everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to rebuild.

ICRMS organized its second public lecture of 2025 on “Refugee Realities in Balochistan: Navigating Marginality from Refugee Villages to Urban Settlements through a Biopolitical Lens.”
Keynote speaker Arbab Talib Ul Maula, Commissioner for Afghan Refugees in Balochistan, presented a compelling overview of the lived realities of Afghan refugees—highlighting challenges in health, education, legal status, and climate vulnerability.
The session ended with an interactive Q&A involving both refugee and host community members.

Empowering Afghan Refugee Students in Loralai!
On 29th May 2025, ICRMS conducted its 4th Career Counseling Session at School No. 31, Katwai Afghan Refugee Camp, Loralai. The session inspired students to reflect on their strengths and dreams, guiding them toward a brighter academic and professional future.