Practices

Migrant integration is key to better intercultural relations. Whereas assimilation focuses on the migrant adopting the culture and identity of the host country, integration is a two way process of adaptation by both migrants and receiving societies. It can be defined as the process by which migrants become accepted into society, both as individuals and as groups. It implies consideration of the rights and obligations of migrants and host societies, and building a dynamic relationship between the two.

This section displays positive experiences and good practices related to integration of migrants and/or to improving cohabitation between host societies and newcomers. These good practices are implemented by a variety of stakeholders around the world. They contribute to mobilizing efforts for understanding and cooperative relations between nations and communities beyond cultural differences.

As integration involves a number of dimensions, including economic, social, cultural, political and legal, the good practices made available here are organized in three different yet inter-related policy areas:

- Socio- Economic Integration, covering issues such as access to education and training, access to employment and entrepreneurial opportunities, and access to services such as housing and health)
- Legal and Political Integration, in particular opportunities for political participation and empowerment, anti-discrimination laws
- Cultural Integration, including initiatives linked to as public perceptions and attitudes toward migrants, acceptance and promotion of cultural diversity (including religious diversity) both among “host societies” and among “immigrant communities,” and harmonious daily interaction.

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