Myriam Mwizerwa

The Head of the UN Migration, IOM Hong Kong SAR, China Sub-Office where she leads a dynamic team committed to supporting diverse migrant populations and the communities wherein they live. Current priorities include: promoting Business and Human rights and ethical recruitment of migrant workers; strengthening access to justice for exploited persons; facilitating safe movement of vulnerable migrants; and continuing engagement with public and private sectors to realize the many positive benefits of labour migration. As a strategic and experienced leader, Myriam works with governments, civil society and the private sector to collaboratively design and deliver innovative programs to strengthen responsible business and eliminate human trafficking, modern slavery and forced labour.

Myriam’s work is grounded in fourteen years of global and technical experience in Asia, Europe, Africa and the USA. Prior to joining IOM in Hong Kong SAR, Myriam was with IOM in London, UK where she managed labour migration projects across four countries in Europe with strong collaboration with the local government, NGOs and the private sector.