The International Organization for Migration (IOM) held a face-to-face training on the Essentials of Migration Management (EMM2.0) in Hawassa, Ethiopia on 5-7 May 2021. 

In coordination with IOM Ethiopia and the African Capacity Building Centre (ACBC), this three-day face-to-face training provided foundational knowledge on the different aspects of migration management. It aimed to contribute to solidifying Ethiopia’s migration management system and national migration policy.

Mr. Jonathan Martens, African Capacity Building Centre (ACBC) senior trainer, led the sessions alongside national co-facilitators from IOM Ethiopia, who also contextualized the learning materials according to the country's specific needs and priorities. 

The training was attended by various organizations and government institutions, including the Agency for Refugee and Returnee Affairs; Central Statistical Agency; Crime Control and Prevention, Ministry of Peace; Ethiopian Diaspora Agency; Federal Attorney General Office; Federal Job Creation Commission; Financial Intelligence Center; Human Trafficking Prevention, SNNP Bureau of Labour and Social Affairs; Job Creation and Food Security Agency; Ministry of Education; Ministry of Science and Higher Education; Overseas Employment, Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs; Planning and Development Commission; and, SNNP Attorney General Office.

Given the diverse list of participants, this training highlighted the importance of a whole-of-government approach and the interlinkages between different areas of migration management. 

Another training for policymakers is due to take place in Somalia this year. Both events are funded by the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM).