Spotlight: EU Asylum Reform

Blau-grüner Farbverlauf, darauf in Weiß angedeutet die Sterne der EU-Flagge. Diese sind, ebenfalls in Weiß, umrandet von einem Stacheldraht.

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The future of migration and asylum in Europe

A reform of the Common European Asylum System (CEAS) is to be achieved before the end of this European parliamentary term. In view of the renewed increase in the number of people wishing to immigrate to Europe, the debate revolves around isolation and defense. This does not do justice to the manifold aspects of human mobility and bears the risk of taking short-sighted political decisions.

Accompanying the CEAS process, this series of articles opens up German, European and international perspectives on a complex issue.

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Those affected protest against the restrictions on family reunification

A serious risk: The gradual undermining of the asylum system

19.06.2025 Displacement, Migration, Integration, Refugee Policy

The German government’s latest migration policy measures continue to chip away at the right to asylum. An analysis by Dr. Anne Koch on World Refugee Day.
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Sicht von oben auf die Häuser in der Stadt Ipswich westlich von Brisbane. Sie werden von den Fluten überschwemmt.

Why a human rights-based approach to climate mobility matters

19.06.2025 Causes of Displacement, Climate Change, Energy and Environment

What a human rights-based approach might look like in the context of the growing number of people displaced by climate change. New publication by Thomas Hirsch.
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Ein Mann hält Fäden in der Hand, die ein Netz mit anderen Menschen bilden.

Caught between participation and hopelessness: refugees in the municipality

19.06.2025 Displacement, Migration, Integration, Integration Policy

Integration begins at local level – but the conditions are far from ideal. A contribution to mark World Refugee Day by Jamil Alyou from Train of Hope Dortmund e.V.
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Venezuelans deported from the USA arrive at Caracas International Airport on a repatriation flight.

Venezuelan women in the maze of restrictive migration policies

12.06.2025 Migration policy

At the Global Forum on Migration and Development, the focus is on the impact of women on migration. But how do restrictive policies affect them?
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A train to Hagen main station at Siegen main station.

“High levels of migrant mobility make it more difficult for local authorities to support effective integration”

10.06.2025 Displacement, Migration, Integration, Integration Policy, Migration policy

The Ruhr region is an important destination for immigration from Eastern Europe. The city of Hagen has produced numerous success stories with its integrative approach. An interview with Martina Soddemann, First Deputy Mayor of the City of Hagen.
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Polizist steht vor Überwachungsmonitoren

Between deterrence and deals

05.06.2025 Displacement, Migration, Integration, Migration policy

The Eastern Mediterranean remains a hotspot of Europe’s migration policy. A comparative analysis draws on studies from Egypt, Lebanon, Greece and Cyprus.
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An illustration of a globe surrounded by a network of people.

Looking for Partners: The EU and Germany’s Answer to Changing Trade and Supply Chains

05.06.2025 Global Economy and Corporate Responsibility

Are Germany and the EU attractive for resilient international partnerships? Together with the DGB, we provide answers in a new study.
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Global responsibility and national isolationism

28.05.2025 Displacement, Migration, Integration, Migration policy

Human rights violations are imminent, as safe migration is currently not a political priority. But why is the Global Compact on Migration stalling?
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Teilnehmende der LGBTIQ+-Community bei einer Pride-Veranstaltung in Cartagena 2023.

Life on the threshold: LGBTIQ+ migrants in Colombia

22.05.2025 Displacement, Migration, Integration, Migration policy

The Global Forum on Migration and Development must not overlook the voices of LGBTIQ+ migrants – voices shaped by fear, exclusion and new forms of belonging.
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Illustration zweier Personen, die einen Vortrag zu Strategien von Gewerkschaften halten und zwei Personen, die mit Plakaten demonstrieren.

From anger to action: Reimagining trade union power through gender justice

20.05.2025 International Trade Union Policy

Our international dialogue format with trade union activists and experts sheds lights on building inclusive labour movements and strengthening campaigns.
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Migration gestalten – gerecht und global!

Zehn Botschaften für einen Perspektivwechsel auf Migration und Mobilität. more