Migrants are still risking their lives to cross the Mediterranean; we must challenge the rhetoric of ‘invasion’ and examine the deeper reasons for migration, writes Nando Sigona
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Irregular sea crossings ignite tensions in the EU
Interview to Nando Sigona on BBC News. How to address irregular sea crossings and the secondary mobility of migrants are igniting tensions at the border between Italy and France, and with other EU member states.
New perspectives on irregular migration in Europe: webinar
18 October, 1-2pm CET. Webinar
Irregular migration is an important feature of the political economy of migration and associated patterns of legal, social and economic inequality in Europe and elsewhere.
The normalization of state violence against migrants in Europe: Nando Sigona writes for El Pais
In an opinion column for Spanish daily El Pais, Nando Sigona examines the link between border externalisation and the normalisation of state violence across Europe.
Tunisia deal unlikely to reduce illegal migration
Experts doubt whether Sunday’s migration agreement with Tunisia will help reduce the number of people trying to reach the European Union, the Financieele Dagblad reported on Thursday.
People move. We always have, and we always will
In a world where people have always migrated seeking safety and opportunity, it is disheartening to witness the UK’s current treatment of those who make it their home.
Gala Festive tribute of Europe’s Smugglers
The Berlin Smuggler’s Gala, which challenges the political narrative and public discourse surrounding the topic of “smuggling,” will be held on June 25th.
16 June: International Domestic Workers Day
Celebrate International Domestic Workers Day on June 16th! Join thousands of domestic workers worldwide as they raise their voices in solidarity and commemorate a significant milestone in their lives.
Call for abstracts: Critical Perspectives on Precarious and Informal Work
We are excited to invite you to submit individual paper proposals to the kick-off symposium of the project Tackling Precarious and Informal Work in the Nordic Countries (Future Challenges in the Nordics programme)