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WHO WE AREThe International Organization for Migration (IOM) is part of the United Nations System as the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, with 175 member states and a presence in over 100 countries. IOM has had a presence in Viet Nam since 1987.
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Our WorkAs the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration, IOM plays a key role to support the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through different areas of intervention that connect both humanitarian assistance and sustainable development. Across Viet Nam, IOM is concerned with the welfare and quality of life of the Vietnamese people, particularly migrant and mobile populations.
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Qualitative Study on Migrant Injecting Drug Users (IDUs) in Hanoi
Duration: December 2010-August 2011
Location: Hanoi
Partners: Department/Unit for the Prevention of Social Evils (DSEP) of Ha Noi Department of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (DOLISA)
HIV prevention, harm reduction, and treatment for drug users are critical interventions in Vietnam as drug users continue to be the greatest proportion of people infected with HIV. For various reasons, drug users are often fairly mobile and increasingly, migrants to urban areas are initiating drug use. In addition to trying to remain invisible due to stigma and discrimination, and law enforcement, against drug users, mobility makes it more difficult to reach many drug users with accurate and relevant information and services. Besides, the lack of services that are migrant and mobile friendly, leads to greater risk behaviour amongst migrant and mobile drug users. Accessing services to treat drug dependency, TB, STIs, and HIV is essential for migrants and mobile population.
The aim of the project is to have a better understanding about migration patterns, drug use behaviours and unsafe sex behaviours, health seeking behaviours and psychosocial support as well as to identify difficulties in reintegrating in the community in Hanoi.