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During the first half of 2024, pivotal policy and political developments in the area of asylum and migration were put on the agenda, including the voting of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum by the European Parliament, and the European elections. At this critical juncture, there is a need for credible evidence, established expertise and open dialogue on the direction and shape of future policymaking. Within this context, MIGNEX is convening a high-level Policy Conference on EU migration and development policy.
When25 April 2024
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Main Theme: External Dimension
Keywords: migration-development nexus, policy coherence
This conference organised by EMN Netherlands, in cooperation with EMN Belgium, will focus on family reunification of beneficiaries of international protection in EMN Member and Observer Countries. The influence of European case law in this field will also be examined in more detail.
When24 April 2024
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Main Theme: Family reunification
Keywords: family reunification right, beneficiary of international protection
As the demand for migrant workers increases amid persistent labour shortages and geopolitical shifts in Central and Eastern Europe, this conference will delve into the ways countries attempt to attract migrants, ensure ethical recruitment, and implement labour market integration policies.
When24 April 2024
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Main Theme: Economic migration
Keywords: labour migration, labour shortage, Eastern Europe
In the context of growing diversity and societal polarisation within European municipalities and cities, the Government of Flanders is inviting mayors and local government officials to gather for sharing insights, mutual learning, and cooperative exploration on advancing diversity policies and enhancing social cohesion collectively.
When19 April 2024
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Main Theme: Integration
Keywords: diversity, Social cohesion
On 18 April 2024, the Belgian Contact Point of the European Migration Network (EMN) will bring together Belgian experts in the field of asylum and migration to discuss key developments that marked the year 2023 and the projects and challenges for 2024. The event will offer general information sessions as well as interactive breakout sessions on specific topics of interest.
When18 April 2024
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Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: asylum policy, migration policy
As the Year of Skills nears its end, this conference will take stock of its achievements and assess future priorities. Panellists will discuss labour migration and skills-based mobility initiatives, the EU’s attractiveness in the global competition for talent, and international partnerships for development and mobility.
When22 March 2024
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Main Theme: Economic migration
Keywords: European Year of the Skills, European Skills Agenda
The CNCD-11.11.11 and 11.11.11 are organising a two-day European Citizens' Summit, bringing together Belgian and European civil society, and fostering collaborations on cross-cutting issues. A workshop will specifically focus on the New Pact on Migration and Asylum and the way forward towards migration justice.
When21 March 2024
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Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: civil society, solidarity, 11.11.11, New Pact on Migration and Asylum
The Egmont Institute and the European Policy Centre organise a hybrid conference that aims to provide valuable insights into the complexities of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum, focusing on the delicate balance between solidarity and responsibility within the evolving asylum framework of the EU.
When21 March 2024
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Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: New Pact on Migration and Asylum, responsibility sharing, solidarity
On the occasion of the second anniversary of the activation of the TPD, this Migration Policy Institute Europe webinar will discuss what will happen when the TPD expires in a year’s time. The findings from comparative research in Latin America, Turkey, and Europe on approaches to temporary status and the arc of public support for displaced persons will also be presented.
When04 March 2024
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Main Theme: International Protection
Keywords: Temporary Protection Directive, Ukraine
The event will showcase tangible achievements, lessons, and insights from Inspire - Incubating Skills Partnerships beneficial to Migrants, Countries of Origin and Destination - including best practices and strategies from international partners, and encourage innovative initiatives in skills development and international mobility.
When20 February 2024
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Main Theme: Economic migration
Keywords: skills partnership, skills development, mobility
The Department of Work and Social Economy is organizing an information session to explain the changes in regulations regarding the employment of foreign workers in Flanders. Such changes will enter into force on 1 March 2024.
When15 February 2024
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Main Theme: Economic migration
Keywords: foreign workers, employment
During this policy talk, Jean-Louis De Brouwer (Director, European Affairs Program, Egmont Institute) and Ralph Genetzke (Director, ICMPD Brussels Mission) will assess the main lessons and migration policy developments of 2023 and offer their insights for the year ahead in a discussion moderated by Violeta Wagner (Regional Portfolio Manager, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, ICMPD).
When30 January 2024
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Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: Prague Process, policy developments
Researcher and author Pascal Debruyne will present his book which contains stories of parents and minors who struggle through the family reunification procedure and stories of care providers who try their best to support these families. Panel discussions will also take place with experts in this field.
When26 January 2024
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Main Theme: Family reunification
The 14th summit of the Global Forum on Migration and Development will focus on "From environmental concerns to cultural aspects of migration: adopting an inclusive approach to meet the challenges and increases the opportunities for human mobility". This high-level event will mark the conclusion of the French Chairmanship of the GFMD.
When23 January 2024
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Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: Global Forum for Migration and Development, climate change, human mobility
Social Citizenship and Migration (SCM), which is one of the multidisciplinary programmes launched by Leiden University, will hold a one-day event to feature research on migration and social citizenship from a variety of perspectives and methodologies, including history, political science, sociology, anthropology and economics.
When17 January 2024
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Main Theme: Migration
Keywords: citizenship, governance, public policy
Eurochild and the Federation of Non-Governmental Organisations for Children (FONPC) are organising an international conference to share good practices and lessons on how civil society can facilitate the integration of refugee and asylum-seeking children.
When10 January 2024
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Main Theme: Vulnerable groups
Keywords: children, Integration
The European Crime Prevention Award (ECPA) and Best Practice Conference (BPC) will focus on the trafficking in human beings for the purpose of labour exploitation and other kinds of exploitation.
When13 December 2023
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Main Theme: Smuggling & Trafficking
Keywords: human trafficking, labour exploitation, crime prevention
The Global Refugee Forum 2023 will be the opportunity to build on the progress made by States and stakeholders towards the implementation of the Global Compact on Refugees and of pledges and initiatives announced since the first Forum in 2019.
When13 December 2023
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Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: global compact on refugees
EMN Serbia, which newly joined the European Migration Network as an Observer Country in March 2023, organises its first national conference. The conference will focus on circular migration schemes and diasporas moving back to their countries of origin.
When08 December 2023
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Main Theme: External Dimension
Keywords: circular migration, diaspora
This virtual event is part of the OECD COP28 Virtual Pavilion, which runs from 23 November to 12 December 2023. The pavilion presents key OECD contributions with insights to drive ambitious and globally effective action on climate change.
When27 November 2023
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Main Theme: Vulnerable groups
Keywords: forced displacement, climate change
EMN Malta, in collaboration with the Human Rights Directorate, organises a conference on intersectional integration. The aim is to discuss the need for an intersectional approach in policies, strategies and services relating to migrants who, as a non-homogeneous category, have multiple identities.
When24 November 2023
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Main Theme: Integration
Keywords: intersectionality, identity
The 4th edition of the annual Migration & Health Seminar, jointly organised by the Institute of Tropical Medicine and the University of Antwerp (MIGLOBA; previously CEMIS), will focus on mental health and migration.
When23 November 2023
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Main Theme: Vulnerable groups
Keywords: mental health, diversity, psychiatric care, mental well-being
This conference will focus on access to education and the role of education in the development and social inclusion of migrant children. It will be an opportunity for networking and experience sharing between partners who are working on questions related to the well-being of migrant children, as well as an opportunity to bring in different perspectives from other (selected) EU Member States, which have reported developments on access to education for migrant children in the last few years.
When23 November 2023
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Main Theme: Vulnerable groups
Keywords: migrant child, access to education, social inclusion
The German Contact Point to the European Migration Network (EMN), in cooperation with the BAMF, organises a conference on "Resettlement, Humanitarian Admission, and Complementary Pathways to Refugee Protection". Current national and European developments and challenges in the field will be discussed with a variety of national and international guests.
When23 November 2023