Ukrainian Diaspora Integration

By fostering regular meetings, data sharing, and collaborative initiatives, we aim to tackle integration gaps, facilitate knowledge exchange, and formulate sustainable strategies. Our efforts to learn and share best practices are grounded in the ambition to sustainably support Ukrainians displaced by the ongoing Russian invasion. Our project distinguishes itself through collaborative dialogue, direct refugee involvement, and a multi-stakeholder approach in addressing refugee concerns.
 

Baltic Network

In the initial phase of building the network, stakeholders from the Baltics will be convened, with an emphasis on encouraging regular meetings, data sharing, and collaborative initiatives. This approach is intended to ensure a holistic understanding of the challenges faced by refugees and the development of effective, sustainable strategies.
 

Beyond Baltics

In the subsequent stage, the project's network will be expanded by inviting international partners from Poland, Sweden, and Germany to the final offline event on SSE Riga premises. This broader collaboration is aimed at facilitating continuous learning and discussions focused on best practices, ensuring the adaptability of the project to the evolving needs of Ukrainian refugees.
 

Events

A range of both online and offline events will be organized, providing a platform for stakeholders to exchange insights, address challenges, and propose solutions. The significant involvement of Ukrainian refugees will ensure that firsthand experiences play a substantial role in influencing decision-making. The outcomes of these collaborative efforts will be meticulously documented in reports and briefs, offering a valuable resource for ongoing initiatives and future policymaking.

Upcoming events:

• September 13, 2024 - Chisinau, Moldova
  Topic: Integration and current situation of Ukrainian displaced people in Moldova, please see the programme and registration form
  Location: Artcor, Strada 31 August 1989 137, MD-2004 Chișinău
  Format: In-person and online

• October 23, 2024 - Riga, Latvia
  Hosted by RIMI
  Topic: Employment and education of Ukrainian displaced people in the Baltic region
  Format: In-person and online

• Fall 2024 (dates TBA) - Warsaw, Poland
  Hosted by Bolt
  Topic: Integration and current situation of Ukrainian displaced people in Poland
  Format: In-person and online

• Fall 2024 (dates TBA) - Bucharest, Romania
  Topic: Integration and current situation of Ukrainian displaced people
  Format: In-person and online

• December 5, 2024 - Riga, Latvia
  Conference at SSE Riga
  Note: Let us know if you have interesting research to present!

• Spring 2025 (dates TBA)
  Continuing discussions in Stockholm, Berlin, and Budapest

If any of these events interest you, please sign up by filling out the form.

Findings

The discussions will offer the opportunity to learn and share knowledge and best practices. These conclusions will be gathered and written up regularly. If you are interested in following, please sign up for updates, and briefings.

A NETWORK supported by the BOSCH Foundation