We promote and defend the rights of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers in Romania
We are a non-governmental organization of public utility with the mission of promoting and defending human rights, especially the rights of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers. We provide legal assistance and advice through our specialized departments and collaborate with legal authorities, international and national organizations to facilitate integration in Romania.
What We Do
Legal advice
We provide legal advice and assistance in all phases of the asylum procedure, we re-examine the international protection or rejection of the application for family reunification in order to comply with legal guarantees, in accordance with applicable national and international commitments.
Counseling for accessing economic and social rights
We provide counsel and assistance to refugees, beneficiaries of international protection and beneficiaries of temporary protection regarding education, work, livelihoods, access to healthcare, access to social services and benefits, integration and language courses, obtaining/reacquiring citizenship and the family reunification procedure.
Country of Origin Information Research (COI)
Through COI research, we provide asylum and migration authorities - experts from the General Inspectorate for Immigration, judges, lawyers or legal advisors - with reliable information and we prepare updated reports on the human rights situation in these countries.
Advocacy
We get involved in public consultation processes or participate in meetings organized by authorities, formulating recommendations for amendments or additions to the normative acts subject to debate, to ensure that they respect the fundamental rights of refugees and best respond to their specific needs.
Capacity building
We are engaged in informing the parties involved in the asylum procedure, such as counselors, lawyers providing legal assistance, interpreters, decision-making officers, representatives of institutions or public authorities.
Are you an asylum seeker, refugee, beneficiary of subsidiary or temporary protection in Romania and need counseling?
Human Stories
The refugee experience is full of challenges, but it is also full of strength and resilience. We are simply looking for a chance to live with dignity and safety, and I hope that people can look at us with understanding and support.
Mohammad, Gaza
Human Stories
To me, Romania is my second country and I have high hopes that I will obtain the Romanian citizenship, because I dedicate my heart to this country that I love so much. Many things have changed in my life after I came here and I felt safe and happy.
Istarlin, Somalia
Human Stories
It is important for us to feel supported in this war, to feel that we are not alone, and this is exactly the kind of support that Romania offers us. We are very grateful that you share the values we fight for and you help us.
Svitlana, Ucraina
In 2024…
17.200
people supported with information and counseling at the border points with Ukraine and Moldova and at the Bucharest North Railway Station.
1.400
people supported with information and counseling in IGI Reception Centers
5.600
people with temporary protection helped with livelihood and economic inclusion interventions
2.600
people with temporary protection helped through call center
570
people with international protection supported with livelihood and economic inclusion interventions
285
people supported with legal assistance and legal advice
72
children supported by child protective services
Useful Materials
Are you looking for information related to the steps of the asylum procedure, information for unaccompanied or separated minors, what family reunification entails, but also integration in Romania and access to the labor market, medical services or social benefits?
You can find this information translated into several languages in the “Useful materials” section.
Useful Materials
Are you looking for information related to the steps of the asylum procedure, information for unaccompanied or separated minors, what family reunification entails, but also integration in Romania and access to the labor market, medical services or social benefits?
You can find this information translated into several languages in the “Useful materials” section.
Useful Materials
Are you looking for information related to the steps of the asylum procedure, information for unaccompanied or separated minors, what family reunification entails, but also integration in Romania and access to the labor market, medical services or social benefits?
You can find this information translated into several languages in the “Useful materials” section.
Useful Materials
Are you looking for information related to the steps of the asylum procedure, information for unaccompanied or separated minors, what family reunification entails, but also integration in Romania and access to the labor market, medical services or social benefits?
You can find this information translated into several languages in the “Useful materials” section.
Useful Materials
Are you looking for information related to the steps of the asylum procedure, information for unaccompanied or separated minors, what family reunification entails, but also integration in Romania and access to the labor market, medical services or social benefits?
You can find this information translated into several languages in the “Useful materials” section.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Gallery
Photos from socio-cultural events, meetings with refugee communities and thematic courses organized by our team.
Articole
Three Years of War in Ukraine
It has been 11 years since Russian aggression and three years since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Despite diplomatic efforts for peace, attacks and bombings continue, forcing millions of people to flee their homes. Since the beginning of the war, approximately 11.2 million people have entered Romania, seeking safety and support. From day one, the CNRR – Romanian National Council for Refugees …
Accompaniments
Accompaniments are an important part of our activity, and behind this seemingly complicated word are real stories of people who fled the war, received the protection of our country and, like us, need to go to the doctor or enroll their children in school. We accompany them to the hospital or schools and support them in their relationship with state institutions when they need it…
Family reunification
Family reunification allows a person who has received a form of protection in Romania to bring their family members here, following legal procedures. It is a way to main family unity and support the best interests of the child.
To better understand what this procedure entails, we share with you the story of Samira…