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Archived IBIS newsletters
Press Release for the launch of IBIS (May 2010) IBIS Newsletter: Join the conversation! (July 2010) IBIS Newsletter: Featuring a conversation between Roger Cohen and Tariq Ramadan (December 2010) How useful was this information? Users ratings 3.00 out of 5
2010 Cities of Migration Conference
The 2010 International Cities of Migration Conference, Oct. 3–4, 2010, brought together 170 migration experts, practitioners and city leaders from over 70 cities across 22 countries. Participant feedback has been exceptionally strong identifying positive messages about the value of diversity and local integration practices that work. Participants went home with practical lessons based on the [...]
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Publications and tools from OPENCities
OPENCities aims to identify the links between migration and cities’ competitiveness, with particular emphasis on internationalization and population strategies that will pose migration as a competitive advantage for cities and, indirectly, help integration and cohesion agendas. The project aims to help cities become more open. It has been designed so that it can establish an agreed definition of openness, build a diagnostic tool that cities can use, and then support cities to develop a clearer action plan to address their openness. In 2010, OPENCities published the book "Understanding OPENCities", which will be followed soon by three other publications: * "Internationalisation of OPENCities" (September 2010), * "Leadership and Governance" (end October 2010) and * "Managing Diversity" (February 2011). The project will also launch an online Index Family of Openness Tool
NYC Mayor Bloomberg on the “Ground-Zero Mosque” debate
Following the announcement of plans to build a Muslim-led interfaith and cultural center a few hundred feet from Ground-Zero, a debate started in New York, across the United States, and internationally on whether such a center, which will also house a mosque, should be allowed so close to the World Trade Center site. In a [...]
How to work on Women’s Health issues across cultural differences
Female genital mutilation (FGM – also known as Female genital cutting), is a practice linked to cultural traditions that leads to severe physical and mental health consequences. It origins from earlier than Christianity and Islam, and is practiced heavily in certain parts of Asia and Africa. Despite an international protocol to end FGM and laws [...]
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IOM Member States discuss Migration and Social Change
The second intersessional workshop of the International Dialogue on Migration was held 19-20 July 2010 in Geneva. Titled “Societies and Identities: The Multifaceted Impact of Migration,” this workshop continued the year-long overarching theme chosen by the IOM membership, “Migration and Social Change.” A total of 178 participants attended the workshop, including a wide variety of [...]
October 2010 Conferences on Migration in The Hague
For Cities of Migration, integration is a critical dimension of urban prosperity and growth. The October 3-4 International Cities of Migration Conference will engage city leaders, migration experts and local practitioners in a practical dialogue and exchange of ideas to inspire renewed urban leadership and new thinking on migration. More information on Cities of Migration [...]
Jeb Bush calls for more efforts to integrate newcomers in the USA
In this article published in the Washington Post, the former governor of Florida Jeb Bush and Robert D. Putnam put the current heated debate on immigration into a historical perspective. They retrace America’s past experiences in migrant integration, and highlight the fact that this process has always been gradual and progressive. The article calls for [...]
Migration and Integration in the UNAOC Rio de Janeiro Forum
3rd Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (28-29 May 2010, Rio de Janeiro): a network of political and corporate leaders, civil society activists, youth, journalists, international organizations, and religious leaders convened and agreed on joint actions to combat prejudice and build the conditions for long-term peace. The working session Building Partnerships for the [...]
Cities of Migration: Conference on Integration as an Opportunity Agenda for Cities
Register now for the Conference "Migration to Integration: An Opportunity Agenda for Cities," October 3-4, in The Hague, Netherlands!
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Integration and anti-radicalization in Amsterdam
This article retraces the experience in migrant integration made by Job Cohen, former Mayor of Amsterdam and candidate to the national elections, specifically in maintaining the dialog with Muslim immigrant communities.
Doing Business in a Multicultural World: Challenges and Opportunities
The business community has a role to play in establishing dialogue and improving understanding and cooperative relations among nations and peoples across cultures and religions. This report explores the cross-cultural challenges companies are facing and highlights good practices and lessons learned.
Integration of Migrants is Key to Cross-Cultural Relations
Inter-Ethnic City Roundtable: Management and Policies for a Better Integration of Migrants The integration of migrants, specifically in cities, is critical for the improvement of cooperative relations among peoples from different cultures and religions. Urban planning can play a key function in facilitating the inclusion of migrants. Held in September 2009 in the UN in [...]
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Social cohesion and Banlieues: compared European and American perspectives
In his article “Bringing in the Banlieues”, Patrick Weil compares the chances of professional success of non-European and non-white people between the USA and Europe. P. Weil highlights differences in the opportunities for ethnic minorities and reflects on the notions of pluralism and transculturalism as tools to redefine identity in a way more adapted to [...]
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Intermarriage in Germany: a key indicator of integration
The rate of intermarriage has been increasing recently in Germany - it is a key indicator of integration.
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Migrants and forced marriage
The City of Zurich has published a study on the phenomenon of forced marriages. The authors of the study, Janine Dahinden and Yvonne Riaño, from the University of Neuchatel, explain the recent increase by differences and conflicts between first and second generations of migrants. The study recommends mediation rather than lawsuits.
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Poll on Swiss public perceptions about Integration
47% recommend integration measures to reduce tensions between host people and newcomers, 39% consider that reducing immigration would be the most effective.
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New York City Immigrant Heritage Week (April 2010)
The city's vibrant immigrant cultures, heritages and communities are honored with a festival celebrating diversity.
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Migrant women in the eye of the public and political opinion
The Swiss Federal Commission on Migration has published a report on Women and Migration in Switzerland. Conducted by the Interdisciplinary Center for Gender Studies of the University of Bern, the study analyses public and political perceptions of migrant women. Read the report (French version) Read the report (German version) How useful was this information? Users [...]
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Bilingual education vs. restrictive language policies: USA experiences
“Forbidden Language: English Learners and Restrictive Language Policies”, research volume by Patricia Gandara and Megan Hopkins (January 2010). The authors examine the respective advantages and challenges of bi-lingual education and restrictive language policies, as implemented in three USA states (California, Arizona, and Massachusetts – Sacramento, Phoenix and Boston). The presentation includes suggestions on how to [...]
Posted in All resources, News, Resource from media Tagged Education and training, Languages and multilingual education and literacy, North America, Policy on migration and integration, USA Comments closed
Migration and diversity challenges in Europe
The EMILIE project concentrates on legal, educational and political challenges posed by cultural and ethnic diversity in European societies.
The integration of Muslim migrants in Europe
This new book explores the interaction between native majorities and Muslim minorities in different European countries.
Posted in All resources, News, Resource from media Tagged Anti-discrimination, Community building, Culture and diversity, Ethnic relations, Europe, Public perceptions and awareness raising Comments closed
A comparison of migrant integration between the United States and Europe
The United States and Europe do not share the same set of political attitudes and policies on the integration of immigrant into their respective societies. This paper demonstrates different views and actions on integration and provide information from both sides of the Atlantic. Learn more about the paper How useful was this information? Users ratings [...]
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Managing diversity in Western democracies
How to better manage migrants arrival in order to increase the benefits of international migration and create a mutual outcome advantage.
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International Migration Law Training Course
The principle of universality implies that states of origin, transit, and residence are all responsible for the protection of migrants’ human rights.
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A handbook on refugee and migration terms and concepts
This UNESCO handbook provide a definition of selected terms and concepts on refugees and migration. It is designed to be accessible to a general public and media as well. This glossary contributes to greater precision and accuracy in language. How useful was this information? Users ratings 3.00 out of 5
Investing in cultural Diversity and intercultural dialogue
This report aims to underline the complexity of cultural diversity issues.
Urbanization and migration: how to achieve inclusive cities
The UNESCO/ UN-Habitat research project “Urban Policies and Practices toward Social and Spatial Inclusion of Migrants” is reporting the challenges and opportunities of the social inclusion and spatial integration of migrants and their families in urban setting. How useful was this information? Users ratings 3.00 out of 5
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Putting an end to a fake debate: the ethnic statistics
Compared to other countries, information on integration of migrants in France are only available sporadically and for a number of limited subjects. The debate on integration of migrants in France is in fact based on anecdotes. Check the article En Temps Réel – Cahier N°40 « Pour en finir avec un faux débat : les [...]
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The migrant inclusion/exclusion from the urban setting
“Managing international migration in our cities” is a comparative research on how migrants are included or excluded from the urban setting of Italy, Turkey and Spain . Participants share their experience and good practices for a better urban governance of international migration. Read more about this research. How useful was this information? Users ratings 3.00 out [...]
Posted in All resources, News, Resource from media Tagged Cities and local governments, Community building, Housing, Italy, Policy on migration and integration, Spain, Turkey Comments closed
Freedom from discrimination
Understanding the impact of discrimination and fostering a community that is welcoming, embracing, strengthening the difference?
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The line between border security and internal security on both sides of the Atlantic
The recent terrorist attacks in the United States and Europe have led to an increased awareness of connections between immigration, integration policies, and national security.
Posted in All resources, News, Resource from media Tagged Europe, Governance and accountability, North America, Refugees and asylum Comments closed
Cities accommodating diversity – Dive project
Cities accommodating diversity – Dive project Led by Eurocities, the European city network, DIVE explores how cities like Amsterdam, Rome, Leeds, Berlin and London effectively promotes diversity in the areas of employment, policy making, service provision and procurement. Learn more about the DIVE project How useful was this information? Users ratings 3.00 out of 5
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Journalists analyze migrants’ media coverage
This report relates analysis on a three day workshop about the journalistic interpretation of migrants’ issues. Journalists makes criticism after analyzing the media treatment of migration subjects. This report also raises awareness regarding the obstacles that can obstruct journalist professional work, and the objective of the migratory purposes. Read the 2008 report How useful was this [...]
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Awareness raising the need for gender-sensitive labor migration policies
In this OSCE article from 2008, the special needs of female migrant workers is highlighted as well as the risk of discrimination and exploitation they faced because of the lack of policy protection and the exclusion from labor legislation. This article identifies the need for further dialogue and exchange of experience and good practices so that [...]
Posted in All resources, News, Resource from international or regional organization or UN agency Tagged Gender and women, Intercultural outreach, Policy on migration and integration, Refugees and asylum Comments closed
The effect of the economic crisis on attitudes toward immigration
This report addresses immigration and integration issues including the effect of the economic crisis on attitudes toward immigration
Posted in All resources, News, Resource from civil society organization Tagged Employment and work, North America, Public perceptions and awareness raising, USA Comments closed
United Kingdom: Introducing migrants to the role of Police
Policesol Training Course Material In partnership with South Wales Police, the Cardiff City Council English for Speakers of Other Languages program developed a course introducing asylum seekers and refugees to the role of the Police in the United Kingdom. The training program provides information to migrants on their rights and responsibilities, on areas causing concern [...]
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The political, social, and economic participation of Muslims in 11 European cities
The Open Society Institute announces the publication of a major new report on the level and nature of integration of Muslims in 11 cities across Western Europe.
Posted in All resources, News, Resource from civil society organization Tagged Cities and local governments, Ethnic relations, Europe, Policy on migration and integration, Public perceptions and awareness raising Comments closed
UNAoC in a Cities of Migration Webinar: Youth Participation and Migrant Voice
How do migrant youth deal with living inside and between two cultures? On December 1, 2009, Cities of Migration held an open webinar on projects from Oldham, Paris, London and Lisbon that looked at the active participation of young people in community development and their views on identity and belonging. Watch the archived webinar to [...]
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How to foster trust between Muslim and non-Muslim communities
Based on the results of this study, the ‘At Home in Europe’ project has developed a comprehensive set of recommendations for policymakers at the European, national, and local levels
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