Elizabeth Collett

@migrationliz

Special Adviser to . Formerly Director of . Still migration, still sarcasm, slightly less frequent. All tweets are personal.

Geneva/Brussels
Joined November 2012
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  1. Dec 15

    Controversial.

    They said it couldn’t be done! My team and I are proud to present “CVS” or the Chocolate Value Spectrum. All Christmas chocolates ranked from best (malteser) to worst (decker). I would like to thank the confectionery research council for their support.
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    Nov 30

    Predictability and accessibility are key to cross border mobility rules, tells the High-Level session of 112th Council session. 👉

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  3. Nov 29

    IOM begins celebrating its 70th Anniversary with a message from UN Secretary General as the 112th IOM Council kicks off.

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  4. Nov 15

    A very happy 20th anniversary to ! Delighted to be here in D.C. with to mark this milestone. MPI has been the touchstone and training ground for so many migration experts and decision-makers, including myself, with unrivalled analysis and insight.

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    Nov 11

    We’re delighted that our 20th anniversary conference will feature a sure to be fascinating armchair conversation between Director General António Vitorino & MPI co-founder Demetrios Papademetriou Learn more and register ⤵️

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    Nov 4

    As I conclude my two-day visit to Afghanistan, I remain concerned for the future of Afghans. As winter approaches, the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the country may result in increased displacement, vulnerability and suffering.

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    Oct 29

    Ahead of Glasgow, António Vitorino calls to deliver for Humanity, for its dignity and for future generations.

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    “Climate change affects livelihoods, health, and safety of people.” IOM Director General calls on joint action across all sectors towards at
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    Oct 28

    If a dinosaur gave a , would it be called a ? 🦖 Join and :

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    Oct 21

    The White House has just published its 'Report on the Impact of Climate Change on Migration' – the first time the US Govt has officially recognised and reported on the linkage. A major milestone, but what does it say? Some key points ⬇️

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    Oct 20

    ICYMI: & discussed in a webinar yesterday. Watch:

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    Oct 14

    Winter in is very harsh with temperatures dropping below -20 degrees celsius in some areas. To ensure we we need female staff working in the field. This ensures and their families receive the assistance they need and that saves lives!

    Our staff continue to conduct assessments for displaced persons and families across . Ahead of winter, our humanitarian assistance programme is scaling up activities and winterization efforts to support thousands of families and host community members.
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    Oct 13

    🎧 In 2015, over a million people fleeing conflict arrived at Europe’s borders. Could the Taliban’s takeover in Afghanistan trigger another crisis six years later? Tune in to a new episode of War & Peace with , , and 👇

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  13. Sep 22

    Check it out here: … Next, the World Migration Report 2022, coming soon to your screens...

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  14. Sep 22

    I have seen and her team painstakingly check and recheck each piece of data for the World Report, so not only is it beautiful, it is rigorous. This award is much deserved.

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    Aug 19

    UN aid chief in Afghanistan warns of hunger caused by drought, urges donors to keep funding its work in a country where half the population need aid w/

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    Aug 18

    Visit our page on information for . The , and the have announced special visas for Afghans. Our page is regularly updated with new resettlement opportunities.

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    Aug 15

    My thoughts are with the people of Afghanistan. We appeal to donor countries not to abandon Afghanistan, and to all actors involved to ensure access for those fleeing the conflict and facilitate humanitarian assistance to the displaced.

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  18. Aug 9

    As noted -- back in June 2020 -- "there is a risk that future mobility becomes two-tracked or two-speed based on national health concerns, placing those countries and individuals perceived to be at highest risk at a disadvantage."

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  19. Aug 9

    Also covered in detail by in this paper:

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  20. Aug 9

    This is a very good, concise, summary of the concerning lack of focus on global during from . Not just an issue for this pandemic, but how states might manage borders during any future global health crisis.

    I have a new piece in on the risks of ongoing international travel restrictions
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