World-renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen visited Bangladesh in his capacity as Global Goodwill Ambassador for the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the UN Migration Agency.
Humanitarian mission in Cox’s Bazar
According to DimashNews, the artist arrived in Cox’s Bazar on a humanitarian mission. The area is considered one of the world’s largest settlements for forcibly displaced people. Hundreds of thousands of people living there are in constant need of support, ranging from shelter and education to social assistance.
International organizations, in cooperation with local partners, are working to ensure basic living conditions and reduce the strain on the region’s infrastructure.
At the same time, the situation remains challenging, as Cox’s Bazar faces seasonal floods and cyclones that complicate both local residents’ lives and humanitarian operations.
Qudaibergen’s work program
According to DimashNews, the artist is set to hold a series of meetings and visit humanitarian facilities to familiarize himself with the IOM’s humanitarian initiatives in Cox’s Bazar and draw attention to support for vulnerable groups and the region’s sustainable development.
Qudaibergen was initially appointed as a Regional Goodwill Ambassador in February 2024.
«In my role as an IOM Goodwill Ambassador, I am proud to advocate for the human rights of migrants. Let us unite for a world where every person is protected and open to opportunities,» the artist stated at the time.
What is IOM
IOM is one of the leading international organizations addressing migration issues. Its mission is to facilitate the safe and orderly movement of people in a way that benefits both migrants and host countries. The organization works with governments, international bodies, and civil society organizations.
IOM was established in 1951 and has been part of the United Nations system since 2016. It began its operations in Kazakhstan in 2002.
