March 21 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. In observance of this important day, the Civil Society Action Committee is releasing a new policy brief on Addressing Racism in Global Migration Governance and Policy The brief is the first step for civil society to respond to the long-standing need to address race Read more…
On 2 March, 2021 took place the final round of discussions on the implementation of the Global Compact on Migration’s Objectives. GCM Objective 23: “Strengthen international cooperation and global partnerships for safe, orderly and regular migration” It was an exciting and provocative discussion on international cooperation and partnerships for the GCM, featuring Read more…
On 23 February, 2021 was held the penultimate round of discussions on the implementation of the Global Compact on Migration’s Objectives. GCM Objective 22: “Establish mechanisms for the portability of social security entitlements and earned benefits” Moderator William Gois, Regional Coordinator, Migrant Forum in Asia Speakers Sr. Lissy Joseph, Founder and promoter, Domestic Read more…
On 16 February, 2021 was held a webinar discussion on the implementation of GCM Objective 21. GCM Objective 21: “Cooperate in facilitating safe and dignified return and readmission, as well as sustainable reintegration” Moderator Paddy Siyanga Knudsen, Migration Governance Analyst Speakers Jeremaiah Opiniano, Asst. Professor (Journalism), University of Santo Tomas Anisur Read more…
We call upon States to step up multilateral efforts and lead a truly global response. We call for a global allocation framework that puts humanity at the center. It is in our common interest to ensure that priority in access to vaccine at a global level is given to those at Read more…
On February 9, 2021 took place another webinar discussion around the Global Compact for Migration’s implementation. GCM Objective 20: “Promote faster, safer and cheaper transfer of remittances and foster financial inclusion of migrants” Moderator William Gois, Regional Coordinator, Migrant Forum in Asia Speakers Jeevan Baniya, Assistant Director of Social Science Baha Sonia Read more…
On February 2, 2021 took place another in-depth discussion part of the series on the implementation of the Global Compact on Migration’s Objectives. GCM Objective 19: “Create conditions for migrants and diasporas to fully contribute to sustainable development in all countries” Moderator Paddy Siyanga Knudsen, Migration Governance Analyst Speakers Camelia Read more…
On January 26, 2021 took place another webinar of the 23-part series on the implementation of the Global Compact on Migration’s Objectives. GCM Objective 18: “Invest in skills development and facilitate mutual recognition of skills, qualifications and competences” Moderator William Gois, Regional Coordinator, Migrant Forum in Asia (MFA) Speakers L.K. Ruhunage, Former Read more…
On January 19, 2021 took place the webinar on GCM Objective 17: “Eliminate all forms of discrimination and promote evidence-based public discourse to shape perceptions of migration” This 23-part webinar series aims to build momentum, engagement, and participation from ground level stakeholders and practitioners for the implementation of the GCM Read more…
After the break, on January 12, 2021, took place the 16th discussion around GCM Objectives implementation. GCM Objective 16: “Empower migrants and societies to realise full inclusion and social cohesion“ Moderator William Gois, Regional coordinator, Migrant Forum in Asia Speakers Alex AU, Vice-President, Transient Workers Count Too (TWC2) Josie Conlu, Read more…