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The 2010s: Expanding support for young people. ⁠ This decade saw CMY expand its reach regionally to Gippsland and develop new approaches to support newly arrived young people. ⁠ ⁠ The 2010s saw the development of projects like Shout Out, @lemana_cmy and Employment Pathways (now known as Employment Empowers). 2013 saw the embedding of a new vision: "Young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds are connected, empowered and influential Australians," a vision we still stand by today 20 years later. ⁠ ⁠ Importantly, CMY's first Youth Advocacy Group or (YAG) was established in 2010 by 10 young people from migrant or refugee backgrounds. The YAG, still a core component of CMY’s organisational structure to this day, recognises youth as the experts on issues that impact them. YAGs members throughout the years have used their voices to consult CMY on decision-making processes of CMY management and the Board. ⁠ ⁠ Find out more about the history of CMY's YAG and more about what shaped the 2010s here: www.history.cmy.net.au ⁠ [Image Description: 5 people of varying backgrounds are standing in front of a leafy wall. They are dressed in semi-formal clothing and smiling at the camera.

INTERESTING III Bulgarian example of ensuring social inclusion🧑🤝🧑 🔎Discover how the Bulgarian government advances social inclusion with the National Public Procurement Act, creating job opportunities for people with disabilities. Since 2016, this innovative policy has allocated contracts to enterprises focused on the social and professional integration of disabled and disadvantaged individuals, covering over 100 goods and services.🤝🏻 By collaborating with government experts and national organizations, Bulgaria has established a participatory framework that boosts social enterprises while enhancing the quality of life and employment prospects for people with disabilities.🧑🦽 Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3wXJSsj #WeBuySocialEU #EUpublicprocurement

On May 21-22, 2024, the #EuropeanCompetenceCentreforSocialInnovation hosted the event "ESF+ for Integrated Pathways: Fostering Social Cohesion: Exploring the mutual benefits of building a two-way inclusive society from the Care and Service viewpoint" in Lisbon. 📌 This event was organised in cooperation between two CoPs on Social Inclusion and Migrant Integration. It focused on exploring the benefits of building an inclusive society, especially in the care and service sectors. 🗣 We discussed:  • The long-term benefits of holistic migrant inclusion.  • The positive impact of Third-Country Nationals (TCNs) in strengthening local communities.  • Strategic funding to maximize TCNs' contributions.  • Overcoming language, cultural, and employment barriers.  • The unique challenges faced by women in the care sector. 👏Participants also visited innovative organizations like A Avo Veio Trabalhar, Manicómio, CRESCER, and Serviço Jesuíta aos Refugiados, gaining valuable insights into successful practices. ✨Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to these meaningful discussions. Together, we're building a more inclusive and resilient society! #ESFplus #SocialInnovationPlus #CommunitiesofPractice #SocialInclusion #MigrantIntegration #EUfunds

Reinforcing multi-level #policy #coordination for #integration in 🇮🇹 #Italy ♀ Discussing ways forward to enhance the integration of #women with #migrant background in the Italian #labour_market 🌟 Over 80 stakeholders gathered on April 18, 2024, for the workshop "#Participation and #inclusion of women with migrant background in Italy." 🤝 Stefania Congia, General Director for Immigration and Integration Policies at the Italian Ministry of Labour emphasized the importance of integrating migrant women into the labour market. 🇪🇺 European funds are available to support initiatives for migrant women's empowerment and inclusion. 🔍 Panel discussions and working groups explored innovative approaches, policy measures, and interventions to facilitate the integration of migrant women. 📈 Insights and solutions shared during the workshop will be compiled into a Policy Brief to enhance policy coordination. Available soon. 💼 This initiative is part of the project "Reinforcing multi-level policy coordination for integration in Italy," co-funded by the European Union. For more information: https://lnkd.in/ehpNXDcg #MigrantWomen #Inclusion #Empowerment #ItalyIntegration 🌍👩🔧📊

Key European Policies Supporting Migrant Women Europe is increasingly focused on implementing policies that address the unique needs of migrant women. These policies are designed to ensure their integration, empowerment, and equality in society. Here are some of the most significant initiatives: Education Access: Programs aimed at providing language training and educational opportunities help migrant women overcome barriers and succeed academically and professionally. Employment Support: Initiatives to facilitate job placement, vocational training, and career counseling are crucial for improving economic independence and reducing unemployment among migrant women. Healthcare Services: Ensuring access to comprehensive healthcare, including reproductive health services, is essential for the well-being of migrant women. Social Integration Programs: Community-based programs and support services help migrant women integrate into their new societies, build social networks, and navigate legal and bureaucratic systems. Anti-Discrimination Measures: Policies that combat discrimination and promote equal treatment in various sectors, including employment and education, are key to fostering a more inclusive environment. These policies reflect Europe's commitment to creating a fair and supportive environment for all women, regardless of their migration status. By focusing on these areas, Europe aims to empower migrant women and enhance their opportunities for success and well-being. #MigrantWomen #EuropeanPolicies #Inclusion #Education #Employment #Healthcare #SocialIntegration #AntiDiscrimination #Equality #Empowerment #Migration #SupportAndOpportunity

Key European Policies Supporting Migrant Women Europe is increasingly focused on implementing policies that address the unique needs of migrant women. These policies are designed to ensure their integration, empowerment, and equality in society. Here are some of the most significant initiatives: Education Access: Programs aimed at providing language training and educational opportunities help migrant women overcome barriers and succeed academically and professionally. Employment Support: Initiatives to facilitate job placement, vocational training, and career counseling are crucial for improving economic independence and reducing unemployment among migrant women. Healthcare Services: Ensuring access to comprehensive healthcare, including reproductive health services, is essential for the well-being of migrant women. Social Integration Programs: Community-based programs and support services help migrant women integrate into their new societies, build social networks, and navigate legal and bureaucratic systems. Anti-Discrimination Measures: Policies that combat discrimination and promote equal treatment in various sectors, including employment and education, are key to fostering a more inclusive environment. These policies reflect Europe's commitment to creating a fair and supportive environment for all women, regardless of their migration status. By focusing on these areas, Europe aims to empower migrant women and enhance their opportunities for success and well-being. #MigrantWomen #EuropeanPolicies #Inclusion #Education #Employment #Healthcare #SocialIntegration #AntiDiscrimination #Equality #Empowerment #Migration #SupportAndOpportunity

Excited to share Upwardly Global’s 2023 policy accomplishments to advance workforce equity and inclusion for refugees, asylees, and other immigrants restarting their careers in the U.S.! We advocated for passage of bipartisan bills supporting Afghan refugees' rights as part of a cross-sector coalition, helped inform federal guidelines for immigrants' economic inclusion through a number of key initiatives, fought for parental leave for immigrant women, and more. Plus, we’re proud to have helped craft and spearhead groundbreaking legislation in Illinois to remove the relicensing barriers that keep internationally trained healthcare professionals  from being able to practice their professions. This achievement is perhaps the most significant of the year. The legislation, which was signed into law by Governor Pritzker, will serve as a model for other states and federal agencies. It is helping build momentum to bring about change on a broader scale. Immigrants serve in critical jobs that strengthen our communities and save us. This year, we will continue working to create change that helps open doors and expand opportunities available to immigrants, refugees, and asylees. We look forward to continuing many of these efforts in collaboration with our partners and other allies in the fight to lift immigrant talent. Let’s keep pushing boundaries together!   https://lnkd.in/eEHFXYEn

EMPOWERING MIGRANT INCLUSION. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND TOOLS Editors: Roberta Teresa Di Rosa, Giuseppina Tumminelli Authors: Rita Bichi, Gabriella Argento, Roberta T. Di Rosa, Giuseppina Tumminelli, Nicoletta Paversi, Elena Allegri, Tiziana Tarsia Forewords: Shulamit Ramon This book explores key issues on the relational and operational dimension of the professional actions aimed at ensuring the well-being and inclusion of migrants in the reception system. Starting from the assumption that well-being is a multi-level phenomenon related to different and complex questions, the chapter authors articulated their reflections developing some thematic contents, complementary to one another, from the perspectives of different social actors involved in the inclusion process. A special attention is paid to the risk factors as potential obstacles to the inclusion, not only in the achievement of well-being but also in the relationship with the receiving society and with the reception system. Case studies will be presented to show how this complexity is explored integrating different theoretical perspectives with the participation of all social actors involved in inclusion pathways (unaccompanied migrant minors, immigrant families, refugees, social operators, voluntary guardians). The authors share the social responsibility in investing in human and professional resources in the reception system and in connecting it with the local community. Updating the social workers’ tools and methods become more and more relevant to enable the diffusion of new skills, functions, and roles in the management of reception of migrant minors and adults. https://lnkd.in/dz4N6wCR

ICYMI, #Canadian LIF especially, #Canadians overall, please check out, share, get involved -- and show up!: Migrants' Rights Network's "'Take to the Streets: Say No To Racism! Yes to Immigrant Justice!' September 14, 2024, September 15, 2024, Across the country' 'Right-wing politicians are scapegoating immigrants for the housing and affordability crisis, diverting attention from corporate greed and government policy failures. All workers, including migrants and immigrants, are suffering from decades of cuts to healthcare, housing, education, and social services. The elite want us divided—citizen against newcomer—so we don’t unite against billionaires, landlords, and climate criminals profiting from our crisis. The federal Liberals are mirroring Conservative tactics, shutting down immigration avenues. Regularization—permanent resident status for undocumented people—was promised in December 2021 but still has not been delivered, while migrants remain underpaid, exploited, and excluded. We must act now to halt the tide of xenophobia before it entrenches further, as it has in the United States and Europe. Those of us who believe in fairness and justice must flood the streets in the thousands, rejecting immigrant scapegoating and distraction. Organize or join an action on September 14 & 15, 2024! Confirmed actions in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Fredericton—RSVP now to stay informed on the details or organize your own.  Stand up. Speak out. Unite for immigrant justice: https://lnkd.in/gScs5b5Y'" #migrantsrights #immigrantrights #undocumentedpeople #workersrights #permanentresident #humanrights #justice #fairness #exploitation #discrimination #bodypolitic #societalvalues #ethicsmatter #socialfabric #moralimperative #socialcohesion #TOpoli #GTHApoli #onpoli #cdnpoli #globalpoli #globalimpact