Dear Madam, Sir,
The European Commission and the European Economic and Social Committee are launching the call for expressions of interest to participate to the 6th meeting of the European Migration Forum, which will take place virtually via the web platform Swapcard on 27–28 October 2021.
The
European Migration Forum is a platform for dialogue between civil society and the European institutions on issues relating to migration, asylum and migrant integration.
The pandemic has shown the essential contribution of migrant workers to our daily lives in key sectors of the EU economy. The same is to be expected for the EU recovery post-pandemic. This year, the forum will focus on the indispensable role and value of migrants working in sectors that have been instrumental in fighting the pandemic, and whose contribution to the smooth economic recovery will be essential. Under this overarching theme, more specific strands will be discussed, for instance, how the pandemic has impacted migrants' lives and rights; how to close the digital divide and digital disadvantage of migrants; good practices and initiatives fostering access to education for migrant children; safe legal pathways for those in need of international protection and how to maximise their integration in hosting societies.
In addition, there will be a discussion on the Commission's New Pact on Migration and Asylum and the different legislative and non-legislative initiatives that have been presented recently, including the new Action plan on integration and inclusion 2021-2027.
A limited number of participants will be able to present successful projects to others at a networking marketplace.
Although organised virtually, the event will seek to have an interactive, participatory approach.
Workshops, discussion islands and other opportunities to participate in the debate and exchange will be organised. All participants will be expected to contribute to discussions and work in groups.
More information and the on-line application form are available on the EESC Forum website and in the News section of the website of DG Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission.
The deadline for applications is 20 August 2021.
Kind regards,
Secretariat of the European Migration Forum
E-mail: eu-migration-forum@eesc.europa.eu
Twitter: @EurMigrForum 
