The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is distributing cash assistance to approximately 120 families who have returned from Iran and Pakistan to the Injil district of Herat province. The aid is intended to help these vulnerable families build shelters for themselves.
These recently returned families face numerous challenges, with the lack of adequate housing being one of the most pressing. The cash assistance from the IOM will enable them to purchase essential building materials and construct safe shelters before the onset of winter.
Herat province, bordering Iran, is a major entry point for Afghan returnees. Many who come back lack the financial resources and job opportunities to reintegrate, leaving them in a precarious situation. The influx of returnees has placed a significant strain on local resources and humanitarian capacities.
The IOM, along with other international aid organizations, is working to address the needs of these populations by providing humanitarian assistance, including shelter, food, and health services. However, the scale of the needs often outstrips the available resources.
This cash-for-shelter program is part of a oader effort to support returnees and internally displaced persons across Afghanistan. Providing adequate housing is considered a critical priority for ensuring the stability and well-being of these families, especially as the colder months approach.
Local officials in Herat have welcomed the assistance but have also called for increased international support to manage the returnee situation effectively. They emphasize that the long-term reintegration of these families requires sustained support programs.
Source: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
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