An article published in the international journal of research and debate “Families, Relationships and Societies” explores how an international network on transnational families, Transnational Family
Dynamics in Europe (TraFaDy) can try to help deepen knowledge and joint action among different groups of stakeholders such as non-governmental organisations and researchers.
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Policy Brief on transnational family dynamics and the EU Pact on Migration & Asylum
COFACE is co-leading the Transnational Family Dynamics in Europe network’s policy group, which recently published a policy brief on the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum. It contributes to the ongoing debate on the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum (hereinafter ‘the Pact’), which was adopted in Spring 2024.
COFACE working group on transnational families
This working group meeting aims to explore the impact of globalisation on family structures, identify the challenges faced by transnational families, discuss relevant EU developments, and promote collaboration among stakeholders to enhance support systems for these families.
‘Historic’ EU Migration Pact agreement raises major concerns among civil society
On the 20th of December 2023, the European Commission and the European Council reached a long-sought political agreement on the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum. While the Commission described the agreement as ‘historic’, ivil society has widely criticised the Pact for its transgressions on fundamental rights, including providing for the detainment of children.
Closing the digital divide: Isadora Duncan Foundation’s new workshop for immigrant women
The Isadora Duncan Foundation, a member of COFACE in Spain, is introducing a new workshop tailored for immigrant women. This initiative aims to equip participants with essential digital literacy skills, enabling them to access various online services efficiently and securely.
UNAF France call for Universal family policy amidst the French immigration bill
France recently introduced a new immigration bill, and in response, COFACE Member Unaf conveyed in a press release its opposition to certain measures within the legislation, emphasising the importance of a universal approach to family policy.
Transnational Family Dynamics – online brainstorm on the state of play
COFACE Families Europe is part of a new COST network called Transnational Family Dynamics in Europe which aims to deepen the knowledge of the growing, rapidly changing phenomenon and dynamics of transnational families (TNF) by bringing together researchers and stakeholders from different disciplines and countries to address the need for transnational insights and to formulate policy and practice-oriented recommendations with an impact on international, national, sub-local and local practices.