IDAC - International Data Alliance for Children on the Move

?? Webinar : Improving Data on Climate-related Child and Family Mobility 18 September 2024, 9:00–10:30 EST ? Building on the IDAC-UNICEF Innocenti joint workshop ‘Climate-Related Child Mobility Data’, IDAC is once again teaming up with UNICEF Innocenti, University of Virginia and Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to host a 90-minute webinar on climate-driven child mobility data. ? Register for the online session here -?https://lnkd.in/gedgB3d2 Eurostat IOM - UN Migration OECD - OCDE UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency UNHCR Data UNICEF UNICEF Innocenti European Commission

?? New publication alert!!! ??? Between 2016 and 2023, there were 62.1 million internal displacements of children tied to weather events such as storms, floods, droughts and wildfires. The frequency and severity of these disasters are only expected to intensify as the climate crisis intensifies. And while there is no consensus as to how many children will be impacted by climate-related migration and displacement, it is certain that many children in this situation will be highly vulnerable. It is also certain that the experiences and needs of children on the move due to climate change must be included in the climate action agenda. ?How do we ensure the rights of children on the move are protected no matter how the impacts of climate change unfold? ?Which deprivations, risks and vulnerabilities are children who leave home for climate-related reasons likely to face? ?And where are more data and research urgently needed to ensure the global community is equipped to ensure this population of children grows up to reach their full potential? Learn more about this critical child rights issue, how data can support children who are on the move due to the impacts of climate change, and the actions we can take today to protect them in IDAC’s new report on climate mobility and childhood - https://lnkd.in/dUGpjJxf Eurostat IOM - UN Migration?OECD - OCDE?UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency UNHCR Data?UNICEF?European Commission?@DGINTPA Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken

“In today’s interconnected world, the ability to prove one’s identity isn't just a legal formality—it’s a fundamental human right that unlocks access to a wide range of services and opportunities.” Thank you for reaching out asking me to write this piece with you Petra Nahmias. Gratitude also to government partners for the discussions we had in the four days meeting on inclusive civil registration and vital statistics co- organized by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency; IDAC - International Data Alliance for Children on the Move; #EGRISS and #UNESCAP. Hope we managed to reflect some of the thoughts and outcomes of the meeting in this note.

Part one of a new blog focusing on how to improve international migration data. The blog is based on recommendations made in the book “Measuring Global Migration”, F. Laczko, E. Mosler Vidal, M.Rango, Routledge, 2024. Elisa Mosler Vidal,Marzia Rango

Just released - part two of the blog drafted by Elisa Mosler Vidal and I. Here we suggest 4 ways to boost data on global migration!

Whether fleeing a hurricane, moving for school, or staying behind while parents migrate, children on the move face a unique set of circumstances that come with distinct challenges, vulnerabilities and opportunities. Actively engaging young people, especially those who are marginalized and/or silenced, in data-related processes can enhance their agency, communication and leadership skills. This year on #WorldYouthDay IDAC has partnered with Migration Youth & Children Platform to spearhead efforts in advancing the meaningful participation of children and youth in migration and displacement data processes. Eurostat IOM - UN Migration OECD - OCDE UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency UNHCR Data UNICEF European Commission

??Publication alert: IDAC’s new 9 Facts about Children on the Move: 2024 update Check out here: https://lnkd.in/gD-Tm-4r ???This publication updates a critical set of data visualizations, succinct analyses and top-line messages about this vulnerable population of children, providing important insights into their numbers, locations, reasons for leaving home, and other key characteristics. ??How many children today have migrated or been displaced? Where are they from and where are they going? ??How many are on the move due to conflict, violence and disasters? Key findings:? ??The number of children?forcibly displaced, internally and internationally, has more than?doubled over the last 10 years. ??At the end of 2023, there were an estimated 31.2 million children who were internally displaced. ??Five countries accounted for 71 per cent of all refugee children in 2023: Afghanistan, the Syrian Arab Republic, Ukraine, Venezuela and South Sudan. ??An estimated 2 million children are in the process of seeking asylum in 2023. UNICEF UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency UNHCR Data IOM - UN Migration OECD - OCDE Eurostat European Commission @Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Netherlands

With experts from IDAC, IOM, UNICEF and UNHCR, the session discussed the importance of accurate and timely age-disaggregated data, and how better data can enhance understanding and policymaking to protect and empower children on the move.

The International Data Alliance for Children on the Move (IDAC) successfully held its first Steering Committee meeting on 3 July 2024. The meeting focused on the progress made, workplan for 2024 and beyond, and areas for strategic consideration, among others, with robust participation from representatives of the EU DG INTPA, all five member agencies of the IDAC Secretariat – Eurostat, IOM, OECD, UNHCR and UNICEF – and chair of the IDAC Advisory Board. The meeting contributed to further strengthen the collaboration between the EU and IDAC to unlock the power of data and evidence to deliver better outcomes for children on the move. Learn more about IDAC and its partnership with the EU at?https://lnkd.in/gJiKDguH Eurostat IOM - UN Migration OECD - OCDE UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency UNICEF European Commission @DGINTPA @ESCAP

The International Data Alliance for Children on the Move (IDAC) is a cross-sectoral global coalition that aims to improve data and statistics and support evidence-based policymaking for migrant and displaced children. With a joint Secretariat comprised of Eurostat, IOM, OECD, UNHCR and UNICEF, IDAC brings together governments (including experts from national statistical offices and migration- and displacement-related ministries), international and regional organizations, NGOs, think tanks, academics, civil society and youth. The main objectives of IDAC are to - Strengthen national data systems and capacities to protect migrant and displaced children. - Establish and promote collaborative and innovative methods for child-specific data work. - Improve data visibility, availability, accessibility and usability. Learn more about IDAC and its work to unlock the power of data and statistics at?- https://lnkd.in/gJiKDguH Eurostat IOM - UN Migration OECD - OCDE UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency UNICEF European Commission @DGINTPA