The EU Migration Pact and Action Plan on Integration and Inclusion: A Progressive Step or Half Measure?

Stephanie E. Berry, Isilay Taban McQuade

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Abstract

The European Commission, following the adoption of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum, has released the Action Plan on Integration and Inclusion 2021-2027 (hereinafter ‘The Action Plan’). The Action Plan outlines recommendations that aim to foster integrated and cohesive societies. However, this article argues that the understanding of integration advanced by the Action Plan has the potential to be counterproductive. Utilising the expertise of minority rights bodies in the field of diversity management, this article scrutinises the Action Plan’s approach, highlighting that it suffers from several distinct flaws. Specifically, the Action Plan is underpinned by a narrative that securitizes both Islam and migration; conflates integration with assimilation; and adopts a thin understanding of integration and intercultural dialogue. Moving forward, the EU should take heed of the work of minority rights bodies to develop a comprehensive integration strategy.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEuropean Yearbook of Minority Issues
Pages5-26
Number of pages22
Volume19
Edition1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 29 Jun 2022

Publication series

NameEuropean Yearbook of Minority Issues
ISSN (Print)1570-7865

Keywords

  • Diversity management
  • Migrants
  • EU Migration Pact
  • Integration
  • EU Action Plan on Integration and Inclusion
  • Minority Rights

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