The National Commission for Refugees and Stateless Persons is the government body responsible for the management of refugees and stateless persons in Benin. It works on the basis of Law 2022-31 of December 20, 2022 on the status of refugees and stateless persons in the Republic of Benin, the 1951 Geneva International Conventions on the Status of Refugees, the 1967 New York Protocol and the 1969 OAU Convention Governing the Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. In addition to these Conventions ratified by Benin, there is the 1954 Convention relating to the Status of Stateless Persons and the 1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness. It is placed under the supervision of the Ministry of the Interior and Public Security. This structure, chaired by the Minister of the Interior and Public Security, is composed of nine (09) members representing nine (09) ministries, a permanent secretariat which constitutes its executive body and two deliberative bodies. The Director of the Beninese Civil Protection Agency (ABPC) is the Permanent Secretary, responsible for the daily administration of said secretariat. The SP-CNRA is governed by Decree No. 2024-1362 of November 20, 2024 on the attribution, composition, organization and functioning of the National Commission for Refugees and Stateless Persons. In Benin, the UNHCR Representation ensures, in collaboration with government authorities, the respect and promotion of the rights of refugees and stateless persons. In this effort, legal provisions require the improvement of the quality of the refugee status determination system and the establishment of procedures for determining stateless status. This law not only specifies the obligations of the Beninese State towards asylum seekers, applicants for stateless person status, refugees and stateless persons but also explains the procedures to be applied for the recognition of refugee and stateless person status.
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Displaced persons and their needs are at the heart of our work and guide each of our actions, often in extremely challenging conditions.
We firmly believe that mutual aid and compassion can change lives. Every action, no matter how small, helps build a fairer and more humane world.
Every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their origin, status, or background. We work for inclusion and equity.
We are committed to providing concrete and sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by refugees and vulnerable communities. Your trust motivates us to go further.
We plant the seeds of hope for tomorrow by offering reconstruction opportunities and a better future to those who need it most.
Our actions aim to strengthen peaceful coexistence between refugees and host communities.
Together, we build a better future for refugees and vulnerable communities. Through solidarity actions and collective strength, we create opportunities and restore hope to thousands of people. Let's unite to make a difference.
We believe in the power of solidarity to transform lives. Every day, we commit alongside refugees and vulnerable communities to offer them a better future. Thanks to your donations and participation, we help meet essential needs: food, education, healthcare, and psychological support.
Our community initiatives result from collective effort. We work with volunteers, local organizations, and partners to bring sustainable and impactful solutions. By uniting our forces, we build bridges between communities, promote inclusion, and restore hope where it is most needed.
We not only help today, but we also prepare a better future for refugees and marginalized populations. Through education programs, vocational training, and reintegration efforts, we provide them with the tools needed to rebuild their lives. Together, we can make a difference and offer a fresh start to thousands of people.
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