Integrating migrants and refugees into the labour market: Commission and social and economic partners relaunch cooperation
- Cross-cutting areas
- Economic development & market opportunities
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- Governance, rule of law and human rights
- Mobility & people-to-people contacts
- Migration and mobility
- Youth
- Education and vocational training
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- Economic and social cooperation
- Education & vocational training
- Employment and entrepreneurship
- Political and security dialogue
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- Migration and mobility
On 7 September, the European Commission, trade unions, chambers of commerce and employers’ organisations are renewing their cooperation to enhance the integration of migrants and refugees into the labour market. In a joint statement released today, they highlight areas for future focus, and express interest in cooperating further in the area of labour migration under the European Partnership on Integration launched in 2017.
The signatories reaffirm the importance of a multi-stakeholder approach for early integration into the labour market benefitting both refugees and the economy and society at large.
Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights, Nicolas Schmit, said: “The European Pillar of Social Rights makes no distinction where people come from. Regardless of gender, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation, everyone has the right to equal treatment and opportunities regarding employment. Helping refugees integrate into the labour market by upskilling and by accessing quality jobs is paramount for their dignity, and it is paramount for Europe’s social cohesion.”
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