Transnational work migration in the Euregio (TRAM) aims to enhance the integration and conditions of transnational migrant workers in the Euroregion through cross-border cooperation between German and Dutch administrations. It focuses on social guidance, work, business, and housing to address legal, social, and administrative barriers, fostering sustainable migrant retention through improved advisory support and regionalContinue reading “Interreg TRAM project”
Ongoing Projects
HorizonEU project GS4S
Global Strategy for Skills, Migration, Development, also known as GS4S, is a 36-month Horizon Europe-funded project aimed at co-creating a global strategy to address skills shortages in the digital, care and construction sectors as well as offer recommendations for alternatives to migration.
HorizonEU project DignityFIRM
DignityFIRM aims to improve conditions for irregularized migrants (IM) in Farm to Fork (F2F) labor markets across four EU nations and two associated countries. By analyzing regulatory infrastructures and stakeholder roles, the project develops tools to enhance IMs’ rights and services, improve labor conditions, and support F2F industry resilience through targeted, inclusive policy measures.
ARUA-The Guild Cluster of Research Expertise (CoRE) on Migration & Health
Migration and Health CoRE addresses the health challenges faced by migrants and impacted communities along the AU-EU migration corridor. Through collaborative research, the project aims to develop evidence-based policies to improve health outcomes, emphasizing diverse migrant experiences, structural health determinants, and progress towards Universal Health Coverage.
Stichting GAK-project Arbeidsmigratie: Kansen en Knelpunten voor het oplossen van de krapte op de arbeidsmarkt
The Stichting GAK project investigates non-EU labor migration as a potential solution for labor shortages in the Dutch healthcare and technology sectors. Through socio-legal research, it examines opportunities and challenges faced by policymakers, employers, and migrant workers.
Completed Projects
Shabab Akwa – stronger youth
The “Shabab Akwa” project, led by Ghadeer Haj Bakri, supports refugee parents in recognizing and managing stress in their children caused by displacement. Interviews showed parents need clear, culturally relevant information, which led to the creation of an informational meeting with healthcare professionals to assist them.
Moeder en baby samen
The “Moeder en baby samen” project focuses on translating and adapting parenting and health materials for non-Dutch-speaking mothers in the Netherlands. These mothers often face barriers to accessing vital information and language courses. The program offers a 12-week structured group with language instruction and infant-centered activities. The project ran from 1 September 2021 until 1Continue reading “Moeder en baby samen”
Empowerment
The Empowerment project aimed to improve integrated, person-centred care for minors with refugee backgrounds in the Netherlands experiencing mental distress. The research focused on early recognition, adequate referral, and resilience-building through trustful GP-patient relationships. It involved training practitioners, developing culture-sensitive guidelines, and fostering collaboration among social and healthcare professionals. The project ran from 8 JanuaryContinue reading “Empowerment”
VIA Participatietraject Nijmegen
The VIA Participatietraject Nijmegen project evaluates a participation program for non-Western migrants on long-term social assistance. It focuses on personalized coaching to enhance social participation and well-being, guiding participants towards work or volunteering. The project identifies effective mechanisms and challenges, particularly in establishing initial contact with participants. The project took place in 2021.
Migranten in de frontlinie
The ‘Migranten in de frontlinie: De effecten van COVID-19 maatregelen op arbeidsmigranten werkzaam in cruciale sectoren’ ZonMW project by RUNOMI examines structural issues in labor migration highlighted by COVID-19. Focusing on Dutch-German border regions, this research explores ways to enhance protections for migrant workers in essential sectors and reduce dependency on vulnerable labor, aiming toContinue reading “Migranten in de frontlinie”
Project Mosaic
The Mosaic project, by José Muller-Dugic, is a positive psychology course designed to improve refugees’ mental well-being and job market participation. Through sessions on self-care, goal-setting, and social support, Mosaic helps participants gain confidence and purpose. Results show improved emotional well-being and increased internship involvement, promoting employment opportunities for refugees.