Protection

UNHCR and partners in Libya provide a range of services to eligible refugees and asylum-seekers, including material support, such as assistances, non-food items (NFIs), counselling, psychosocial and community support. In order to receive such assistance, your protection needs will be assessed.  Some types of assistance depend on whether the relevant program is available in the refugee’s current location.

The protection needs assessment will cover your situation in Libya and determine your eligibility for the available services and assistance. The interview does not guarantee that you will receive assistance and services in case you do not meet the eligibility criteria, or the specific support you need is not offered by UNHCR and/or partners.

I would like to have a protection interview with UNHCR. How can I request it?

Protection needs assessments conducted by UNHCR and its partner Moomken are linked to assessing refugees and asylum seekers basic needs and protection situation, following the assessment, assistance and support to the most vulnerable individuals can be provided. Due to the nature of the interview, protection needs assessments aren’t conducted with all registered refugees and are only conducted when there are specific protection risks and concerns. You can call UNHCR, or the Tawasul hotline to report any incidents or protection concerns. If you’re found eligible for a protection interview, you will be scheduled by UNHCR or its partners. If you have had one previously, and there is no major change in your circumstances, you will not be re-interviewed.

If you have been interviewed for a protection needs assessment, this does not mean you will automatically receive assistance or be considered for resettlement outside of Libya.  UNHCR Tawasul Call center: 📱📞1504. 

 

I am a survivor of Gender-Based violence. How can I get services?

If you are a survivor of gender-based violence — whether a man, woman, or child — access to urgent healthcare within 72 hours is a priority. You will be immediately referred to the GBV team, who will advise and refer you to the available medical services provided by other humanitarian actors, please call UNHCR Tawasul Call center: 📱📞1504.

 

 

 

 

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