Global Programme for General Management Support to the EC-UN Joint Migration and Development Initiative

The EC-UN Joint Migration and Development Initiative is predicated on the emerging acceptance that there exists a strong nexus between migration and development. The UN High Level Dialogue on Migration and Development, and the subsequent Global Forum of Migration and Development, underscored the contribution of international migrants in meeting labour shortages in destination countries as well as their social and cultural contributions. It also acknowledged that remittances represent the most tangible benefit of international migration for countries of origin and that skill transfers from circular migration has the potential to contribute positively to national economies. Within this context, it is important to stress that international migration, development and human rights are inextricably linked and that respect for the fundamental rights and freedoms of migrants are essential for reaping the full benefits of migration. The overall objective of the Joint Initiative is to support small scale actors to contribute more fully to linking migration and development in line with international policy frameworks.

Project symbol

GLO/10/26/UND

Admin unit

MIGRANT

Start date

25/07/2009

End date

31/12/2015

Total allocation

99381

Total expenditure

Status

Closed

99381

Development Partners

United Nations Development Programme

Country/Countries

Global

Outcomes

Promoting fair and effective labour migration policies