Europe

#WordsMatter: high-profile UNHCR campaign explains difference between ‘refugee’ and ‘migrant’

Dec 10, 2015 Published on

The distinction is becoming increasingly important as the refugee crisis escalates.

Migration: A global issue in need of a global solution

Nov 12, 2015 Published on

Christine Lagarde of the International Monetary Fund discusses the economic implications of migration and the need for international cooperation.

‘Shouting statistics at people won’t change their minds on migration’

Oct 1, 2015 Published on

If we want to change public misconceptions around migration, we must talk about real people and their life stories, not just numbers.

Why the language we use to talk about refugees matters so much

Aug 31, 2015 Published on

Can a change in language really change the way we think about migrants and refugees?

The Myth of Invasion

Jun 16, 2015 Published on

Many people believe that migration is at an all-time high and accelerating fast. Hein de Haas asks whether this 'myth of invasion' is adding to a crisis narrative given global migration data remains remarkably stable.

Small Boats, Choppy Seas

Jun 4, 2015 Published on

The Economist says the European Union plan to deal with the boat people is ambitious, but the outcome will be woefully inadequate

Creating a favourable and inclusive entrepreneurial climate at local level

May 12, 2015 Published on

Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises are engines of growth and economic development, providing added value, knowledge and filling gaps in markets