How do French integration laws compare
with those in other European countries?

MIPEX is a European project which brings together organisations, research institutes and associations throughout Europe with the financial support of the INTI programme of the European Commission.

What is the aim of this project?
The project aims to compare current laws to integrate migrants in 28 European and non-European countries, covering six key policy areas: labour market access, family reunion, long-term residence, political participation, access to nationality and anti-discrimination.

Who are the British Council partners in this project?
The main partners in the MIPEX project are the British Council and the Migration Policy Group. In France, we are also working with the National Institute of Demographical Studies (INED – www.ined.fr ).

When will this project be presented in France?
On 17 March, a seminar took place in Paris to present France’s ranking in relation to other countries in MIPEX, and to shed some light on the context that created this result. The seminar will compare France with some of its European neighbours.  

Who will be attending the event?
Representatives from institutions, associations, and local government came together for discussion around two main themes :  Country Access and Conditions of stay, and Participation of Migrants and Access to Rights. Participation at the seminar is by invitation only.

How can I find out more?
For more information about the MIPEX study, you can go to www.integrationindex.eu to read the full report in English and get an overview of results from all the countries involved.

If you have any questions about the project, please send your question or details by email at mipex@britishcouncil.fr