Go back to the agenda view.
In July 2024, the Odysseus Network for Legal Studies on Migration and Asylum in Europe organises the 24th edition of its yearly summer school. The summer school focuses on the European immigration and asylum policies from a legal perspective, including the latest developments in 2024. A special emphasis is on the adoption of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum.
When01 July 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: Odysseus Network, summer school
This online annual conference, organised by the Academy of European Law (ERA), will debate the latest developments and challenges in the EU’s internal and external border management. It will inter alia analyse the latest proposals and reforms on the functioning and operation of EU border management systems, including Schengen, as well as Frontex’ role and responsibilities.
When27 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Borders & Visa
Keywords: border management, internal border, external border, Schengen governance
This conference of the European Migration Network (REM), organized within the framework of the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, will bring together high-level representatives and a wider audience of experts to discuss the operationalization and the implementation of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum.
When25 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: New Pact on Migration and Asylum, operationalisation
This meeting will bring together the Ombudspersons for children as well as children welfare and guardianship authorities of EU Member States and other countries to have an open discussion on the specific aspects of the rights of third-country national unaccompanied minors.
When20 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Vulnerable groups
Keywords: migration of children, unaccompanied minors, guardianship
On 17 June 2024, the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA) will publish its Asylum Report 2024 during an online event. This edition highlights measures taken by EU+ countries to manage over 1.1 million asylum applicants in addition to over 4.4 million displaced persons registered for temporary protection.
When17 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Asylum
Keywords: EUAA, asylum applications, asylum decisions
EMN Slovakia organises its 10th educational seminar to provide professionals working in the state institutions, non-governmental sector and other entities (e.g. research bodies, academia, media) with comprehensive and up-to-date information on migration. During three days, the seminar will foster networking, experience sharing and discussions among (inter)national experts and participants.
When17 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Migration
Keywords: educational seminar, Slovakia
The workshop will shed light on the challenges and best practices of the application of the Temporary Protection Directive in Germany, the Netherlands, and Lithuania. The participants will also discuss future scenarios to ensure the continued protection of Ukrainians.
When12 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Temporary protection
Keywords: Temporary Protection Directive, implementation, Ukraine
This event will convene key stakeholders to facilitate discussions about current challenges and to provide insights on good practices in governing the accommodation of international protection applicants and supporting access to housing for international protection beneficiaries.
When11 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Integration
Keywords: applicant for international protection, beneficiary of international protection, accommodation, housing
This multistakeholder meeting, jointly organized by the Council of Europe and the EMN Luxembourg within the framework of the EMN Platform on Statelessness, will allow participants to share good practices and challenges on topics including the age assessment and best interest of the child; the burden of proof in the special case of children and the access to nationality for children.
When06 June 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Statelessness
Keywords: age assessment, best interests of the child, burden of proof, access to nationality
The Expert Conference, that is jointly hosted by Belgium’s Federal Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (Fedasil), and the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA), in cooperation with the Migration Policy Institute Europe (MPI Europe), aims to explore multi-stakeholder strategies in three specific areas: reception, information provision, and pre-integration.
When22 May 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Reception
Keywords: multistakeholder approach, reception, information provision, preintegration
This webinar will showcase key findings from the new joint EMN-OECD Inform on the "Labour market integration of beneficiaries of temporary protection from Ukraine". These findings will be contextualised by drawing insights from other international organisations and highlighting specific approaches and measures adopted by different host countries.
When21 May 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Integration, Temporary protection
Keywords: labour market integration, beneficiary of temporary protection, Ukraine
EMN Georgia and EMN Cyprus organise a joint conference on information campaigns which constitute a central element of current migration strategies, both at the national and European levels.
When14 May 2024
Read more
Main Theme: Cross-sectional
Keywords: information campaign, migration management
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
Main Theme: Temporary 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
Read more
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
Read more
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
Read more
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
