Local stakeholders - local governments and local actors - play an ever more influential role in shaping protection responses, advancing the social inclusion and integration of migrants. They are first responders and often responsible for meeting the immediate needs of migrants, including through providing access to healthcare, education, housing and administrative services.
This session focused on introducing successful practices, lessons learned and planning strategies from local level actors that have implemented whole of society and cross-sectoral approaches for improved responses. It also introduced recently launched guidance on fostering coordination across sectors, creating enabling environments for all and advancing inclusive governance structures.
The session brought together local authorities from Africa, Asia and Latin America and provided a fruitful platform to discuss the importance of local level actions toward harnessing the potential of migration for inclusive and sustainable development.
