(NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED) Towards Inclusive Care: A Policy Dialogue on Diversity-Sensitive Approaches for Older People with Migrant Background

International event to present DI.S.C.O.P.M.B. project results at the European Parliament

SPEAKER

MEP Idoia Cueva Mendía

MEP Leire Pajín

Hakki Demirkapu (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium) 

Philippe Seidel (AGEPlatform) (TBC)

Stecy Yghemonos (Eurocarers)

Project partners:

Annalisa Pezzini (Anziani e non solo, Italy)

Benedicte De Koker (HOGENT – Research Center 360° Care and Wellbeing, Belgium)

Deborah Lambotte (HOGENT – Research Center 360° Care and Wellbeing, Belgium)

Emina Hadziabdic (Linnaeus University, Sweden)

Giusy Trogu (Anziani e non solo, Italy)

Katja Ikonen (JADE, Finland)

Selma Kadi (European Centre for Social Welfare Policy and Research, Vienna)

 

 

 

 

 

DESCRIPTION

In a European Union committed to promoting social cohesion and equality, the evolving dynamics of migration call for innovative solutions in care provision. At the heart of this conversation is Diversity-Sensitive Care for Older People with Migrant Background and their Families, a project aligned with the EU’s core principles of inclusivity and solidarity, as outlined in the European Pillar of Social Rights.

Older people with migrant background represent a crucial intersection of cultural heritage and unique care needs. As migration continues to enrich our societies, there is a pressing need to ensure care strategies address diverse needs while maintaining dignity and equity. Education plays a crucial role in equipping professionals with the skills to provide culturally sensitive and high-quality care, ensuring no one is left behind. This event will explore how EU migration, care, and education policy can work together to address these needs while fostering more inclusive and equitable care practices. By equipping professionals with the tools to deliver diversity sensitive care, we can strengthen social resilience and uphold the EU’s commitment to reducing inequalities.

This event in English language will facilitate policy dialogue to share insights, foster collaboration, and highlight policy recommendations for improving social and health care services for older persons with migrant background in Europe.

*At the request of the European Parliament, the event will be rescheduled. The new date and time will be announced shortly. Thank you for your understanding!

EVENT DETAILS

Conference & Workshop
12/06/2025

VENUE

European Parliament 

Rue Wiertz 60, 1047 Bruxelles, Belgium