AMIR

A peer Mentoring and capacity building Integration strategy to ensure TCN inclusion at Regional and local level

An initiative supporting the effective integration of Third-Country Nationals in EU Member States

GA number: 101140907

Funded by: AMIF     Duration: 30/09/2024 – 31/03/2027 


Challenge

Despite the adoption of the Common Basic Principles for Immigrant Integration Policy in the EU (November 2004), which emphasises integration as a dynamic, two-way process, many territories across Europe still struggle with limited resources and capacity to address the specific needs and vulnerabilities of Third-Country Nationals (TCNs). While TCNs are expected to embrace EU fundamental values and learn the host language, meaningful opportunities for their participation in the economy and society remain insufficient, hindering effective integration.

Innovation

AMIR introduces an innovative approach to local integration strategies by developing and implementing a peer mentoring programme addressing the unique needs of Third-Country Nationals (TCNs) and their host communities while fostering multi-stakeholder and multilevel collaboration.

Action

A comprehensive analysis of effective practices and strategies for the integration of Third-Country Nationals (TCNs) and host communities. Based on insights gathered through focus groups with TCNs, migrant associations, and local communities, as well as the mapping of at least five promising practices in each participating country, the report focuses on key areas such as job integration, housing, and financial literacy.

The Peer Mentoring Programme empowers integrated Third-Country Nationals (TCNs) as “persons of trust” to mentor younger peers during their integration process. Developed collaboratively by project partners, it includes practical training modules and complements existing psycho-social support. Initially tested by six experienced partners, the programme targets stakeholders, authorities, and community organizations to enhance local integration efforts.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Research executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

 
 
 

Project Partners

KMOP, Greece
Comunità Papa Giovanni XXIII,
Italy

(Coordinator)
Subjective Values Foundation (SVF),
Hungary
EureCons Förderagentur (EureCons),
Germany
CODECA
Center for Social Cohesion and Care,
Cyprus
Asociación Bienestar y Desarrollo (ABD),
Spain
Forum Réfugiés,
France
Associazione Nazionale Comuni Italiani Emilia Romagna,
Italy
Föreningen Maracana, Sweden

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