Veni's Livestock

Veni lived in Ireland for one year as an irregular migrant, returning to Mauritius in 2011. He initially moved to Ireland in the hopes of finding a good job. However, without documentation, he quickly found himself with no means of financial support. He decided to return to Mauritius but he could not afford the plane ticket. His family was also unable to help him.

A friend told Veni about IOM, and he made an appointment to ask for assistance. He was informed that he could receive support for the cost of travel to Mauritius, and that he could also apply for a reintegration grant to study or begin a small business.

After returning, Veni was glad to be reunited with his family. It was still very difficult to find a job, but he began working as a vegetable seller to gain business skills. He used the grant to purchase a cow, which he is hoping to raise for breeding. The cow is growing well, although Veni knows that it will take time to build a stock of cattle to support his family.

Veni plans to find a better job and save money to build a house. Eventually he hopes to expand his livestock business.