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The 2006 Forum was attended by some 400 people from 41 different countries. Among the most important conclusions, mention may be made of : The role of cultural diversity. Changing the way we look at the problem: cultural differences must have their rightful place in the inclusion process, but they must not be exacerbated. Coherence and adaptability must first be sought in the tools and structures of integration, in particular our system for recognition of rights, access to services and labour market inclusion. A gradual process of access to rights. Gradual recognition of rights must proceed via assured, negotiated paths. Migration’s place in labour market change. It is important to review the scale of the problem of migration in relation to the situation of other, indigenous groups in a flexible and uncertain labour market, especially young people and unskilled workers. “Special” services or universal services that are “diversity-sensitive”? While taking due account of diversity issues, care should be taken not to “specialise” services (offices for migrants). Services should be universal and diversity-sensitive. The conclusions the Forum drew might help governments in orientating their future action, by : developing a political dialogue on the issue of working conditions and underground economies; developing a political dialogue on the issue of citizenship; recognising/legalising care work within the family, mainly carried out by migrant women under irregular conditions; avoiding the concentration of poor families and individuals and migrants in disadvantaged neighbourhoods; introducing an intercultural and diversity-sensitive approach in public services. |
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