Ivan from Ukraine: After returning home, what I needed most was accommodation and work. With the help of IOM, I got both.
Ivan lost his residence permit in Slovakia. At the same time, he recieved an entry ban covering the European Union.
Kata from Serbia: Now I can concentrate on a job that provides me with resources for living
Kata left Serbia when she was 21 years old. Back at home, she lived with her mother and studied law. She tried to earn some extra money through various part-time jobs, but it was not enough.
Anna and Fedir from Ukraine: We are relieved, finally we do not have to worry about our leaking roof
The couple from Ukraine lives in an older family house in the mountainous Ivano-Frankivsk region. Due to its location, the house is exposed to a big amount of rain and snow. The family had long been bothered by a leaking roof as the water was destroying the walls and ceiling.
Samer from Iraq: IOM assistance played a major role in my life
Samer Hasani found himself in a difficult personal situation in Iraq. He decided to go to Europe, after saving money for the journey for a long time.
Ricky Lagarde from the Philippines: After returning home with IOM help, I can support my family
Mr Lagarde left the Philippines for Slovakia in order to make a living. In the course of more than six years, he changed a number of jobs -
Ahmad from Afghanistan: I worked in a shoe shop already in high school
Mr Ahmad Abassi started high school as an adolescent. He was trying to earn money for his studies working part-time in a shoe shop. However, his income was not sufficient and his family could not afford to finance his education.
Vitalie from Moldova: They should help everyone
Mr Vitalie came to work in Slovakia from south-eastern Moldova, belonging to one of the industrially least developed and poorest countries in Europe.
Yuliya from Ukraine: I want to use the chance to start a new life
Yuliya left her home in Ukraine at the age of 20. Her departure was motivated by family reasons, desire for independence and earning some money abroad.
