Migration Observatory Programme of the Centre for Sustainable Development
In recent years, international migration has been recognised as one of the most important social processes that strongly influences the spheres of politics, economics and cultural identity. This is particularly evident in relation to Poland, which has undergone an accelerated transformation from an emigration country to an emigration-immigration country in a very short period of time.
Motivated by a sense of co-responsibility for the effects of changes brought about by migration, especially at the local and regional level, the Observatory of Migration, operating within the structures of the Centre for Sustainable Development of the University of Gdansk, was established at the University of Gdansk.
The creation of a unit dealing with migration makes it possible to integrate the community of migration researchers working at UG and thus develop interdisciplinary research in this field.
Taking into account the currently emerging demand for specialist knowledge in the broadly defined area of migration, the Observatory is intended to provide a forum for the exchange of knowledge and experience between researchers, practitioners, public administration institutions (both state and local government levels), local communities, NGOs, migrants and entrepreneurs.
The Migration Observatory aims to monitor and analyse migration processes, both locally, regionally and nationally. Its task is to provide reliable data, expert opinions, reports and analyses that can serve as a basis for decision-making by public authorities, NGOs and the private sector. The Observatory will also conduct research on the integration of male and female migrants, the impact of migration on the labour market and multicultural issues.
Rafał Raczyński, PhD
Programme Coordinator Migration Observatory Centre for Sustainable Development UG
Rafał Raczyński, PhD
Programme coordinator of the Migration Observatory of the UG Centre for Sustainable Development
Department of International Relations, Institute of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences UG
Elżbieta Czapka, PhD
Programme Coordinator International Cooperation of the Centre for Sustainable Development UG
Department of Sociology of Sport and Health, Institute of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences UG
Kamila Kowalska, PhD
Department of Public Policy and Administration, Institute of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences UG
Monitoring and analysis of migration data
Systematic collection and processing of data on migration, including migration flows and the socio-economic situation of migrants and migrant women
Research
Conducting interdisciplinary research on various aspects of migration, including its causes, consequences and migration policies
Advice and consultation
Support to public institutions, NGOs and companies in the development and implementation of migration policies and strategies
Education and training
Organise workshops, seminars and training programmes for officials, NGO staff, students and other stakeholders
International cooperation
Establish partnerships with research centres around the world to share knowledge, experience and good practices
The Migration Observatory aims to integrate academic, research and practical activities. Its activities will contribute to a better understanding of the migration phenomenon and support the integration processes of migrants and migrant women, while providing key tools to policy makers and other stakeholders.
Research and expert activities
undertaken as part of the Migration Observatory targets a wide audience:
Public institutions
including local and central authorities, which need data and analysis to develop migration policies
NGOs
for example for migrants in need of research and counselling support
Private sector
companies concerned with the impact of migration on the labour market and issues related to the employment of migrants
Academic environment
researchers and students who can benefit from the resources and research carried out by the Observatory
Local communities
residents of the region, for whom access to reliable information on migration can be crucial in building awareness and understanding of social processes