FIELDS OF WORK
The International Refugee Rights Association (IRRA) is an independent civil society organization working to protect the fundamental rights of refugees and migrants, combat discrimination, and raise social awareness.
Legal Support and Protection
Providing legal advice and representation to refugees facing refoulement, push-backs, deportation, arbitrary detention, and discrimination.
Combating Racist Discourse
Fighting hate speech and racism against refugees and migrants, strengthening social peace and coexistence.
Preventing Discrimination
Working through education, awareness activities, and legal action to prevent all forms of discriminatory practices.
Monitoring Removal Centers
Documenting rights violations in removal centers, preparing monitoring reports, and developing solution proposals.
Torture and Detention Monitoring
Identifying rights violations in cases of torture, ill-treatment, and detention, and bringing them before national and international mechanisms.
Advocacy
Developing policy recommendations in cooperation with national and international institutions and advocating for refugee rights.
Research and Reporting
Documenting and analyzing human rights violations to share with the public and relevant authorities.
Training and Capacity Building
Organizing training and internship programs for refugees, lawyers, human rights defenders, and volunteers.
Humanitarian Support
Providing guidance, psychosocial support, and humanitarian aid coordination for refugees during crises and emergencies.
International Cooperation
Developing joint projects with United Nations agencies, international NGOs, and academic institutions, and playing an active role in global networks.
