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
The Civil Society Action Committee is proud to announce the release of its paper “Which way forward on the implementation of the Global Compact for Migration in the era of COVID-19?” This is a critical moment for the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM). The two-year anniversary of the adoption of the GCM Read more
On December 7, 2020, took place the 15th discussion around GCM Objectives implementation. GCM Objective 15: “Provide Access to Basic Services for Migrants“ Moderator William Gois, Regional coordinator, Migrant Forum in Asia Speakers Dr. Kanokporn Kaojaroen, Country Support and Partner Coordination, Health and Migration Programme, Office of Deputy Director-General, World Health Read more