In Odessa, we discussed the problems of integration of immigrants

23.09.2016

In Odessa, we discussed the problems of integration of immigrants

In Impact Hub Odessa on September 21 in the framework of Ukrainian-German project "Kiev Dialogue" was held public discussion "Integration of IDPs into society of Odessa", which discussed the problematic issues of integration and adaptation of migrants.

Alexander Dobroier, moderator, academic director of the business incubator "New countdown", stressed the practical importance of the meeting: "What we are discussing here, not just between us. The ideas presented in the discussion, get in the form of a protocol to the local administration, the Presidential Administration and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Germany. In addition, local organizations is helpful to listen to the real needs and problems of immigrants at first hand. "

In the debate discussed in particular the following questions:

• the integration of immigrants in the Odessa community for two years, examples of successful integration;

• problems that do not allow migrants to successfully integrate into the local community;

• measurement of the ratio of immigrants to the inhabitants of Odessa and Odessa citizens - to the displaced. How to change this attitude? Does this integration will help?

• The problem of immigrants integrate into society - a problem or "contrived myth";

• allowing migrants to successfully integrate.

During the discussion it revealed the most painful financial and social problems of displaced persons, in particular: the inability to obtain subsidies, difficulties with employment and housing discrimination in schools and in the rental market, and others.