Enhancing Migrant Integration and Social Cohesion

The European Commission launched a new Action Plan on integration and inclusion for 2021-2027. The action plan proposes targeted and tailored support that takes into account individual characteristics that may present specific challenges to people with a migrant background. Although national governments are primarily responsible for creating and implementing social policies, the EU plays a key role in supporting Member States through funding, developing guidance and fostering partnerships with all those involved: migrants, host communities, social and economic partners, civil society and the private sector



The Commission will build on successful examples of cooperation such as the Partnership on the inclusion of migrants and refugees under the Urban Agenda for the EU, the European Partnership for integration with social and economic partners and a partnership with regions and local authorities.

• The EU has funded 28 transnational projects, which are ongoing, in different EU Member States to develop good practices on local integration strategies.

• A core principle in these projects is the through multi-stakeholder partnership. The projects are aiming at:

o reducing obstacles and promoting access to basic services for migrants (for example healthcare, housing, education)

o allowing migrants to participate in the design and implementation of integration policies and

o promoting complementary pathways for people in need of protection and their integration.