SIHMA Annual Report 2023
Published by: SIHMA
While the world is shaken by major geopolitical events, climate change, and the dynamics of inequality we see a constant increase in worldwide migration, and in Africa in particular. This strengthens and clarifies the mission of our study centre. We retain two foci. On the one hand, we assemble accurate and evidence based data of the dynamics of human mobility on the continent, and on the other, we disseminate the findings to the widest possible audience. Our goal is to inform policy makers, practitioners, civil society and non-governmental organisations engaged in the field of promoting human rights. This work supports the integral development of migrants and refugees. This new edition of our annual report is a window on our tireless work to realise our institute’s mission. It informs about our research projects on the most relevant topics, scientific publications - especially the AHMR journal -, the training for pastoral agents of migration, and takes a closer look at new paths and narratives of migration. Throughout the past year we have made it our daily commitment to be guided by three principles: We work for the ultimate goal of a more just and welcoming society, where the well-being of host communities and people on the move is designed and supported by enlightened, forward-looking and inclusive actions and policies. We continually build meaningful networks and partnerships with other organisations and institutes working in the same field. This increases the quality of research. The feasibility of proposed solutions are increasingly robust because of shared vision. Most importantly, we reference the Scalabrinian charism and tradition, which for over 130 years has enlightened and accompanied our vision. We prioritise the unquestionable dignity of every human being. We welcome and promote the material and spiritual personhood of each migrant. We work with the belief that each migrant is an agent who contributes to the common good of a welcoming society. We hope that a critical reading of this report will inspire others to work in the same direction. (Filippo Ferraro, SIHMA Executive Director)
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