EMN Slovakia Podcasts

In this presentation, Vassiliy Yuzhanin examines ways to build strong bilateral labour mobility pathways, with a focus on bilateral labour migration agreements (BLMAs) as a key tool for regulating labour mobility between states. He explains the different types of agreements used in this field and how they fit into broader international and European frameworks. Yuzhanin discusses how BLMAs can support labour market needs, protect migrant workers, and create regular pathways for mobility.  This presentation was part of the EMN Slovakia 2025 National Conference entitled “Sustainable Labour Mobility in Action: Bilateral Pathways for a Prosperous Slovakia.” We recommend listening to the podcast while following along with the accompanying PDF document, which you can find at www.emn.sk.  The conference was organised by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Slovakia and the Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family of the Slovak Republic as members of EMN Slovakia. This activity was funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

In this presentation, Prof. Martin Kahanec looks at labour mobility as a tool for economic resilience and growth in Europe. He outlines how migration interacts with demographic change, labour shortages, and economic shocks, and what this means for European labour markets. Drawing on research and data, Kahanec discusses the role of mobility in helping economies adjust and remain competitive. The lecture focuses on Europe and the changing role of Central, Eastern and South-Eastern European countries within these mobility patterns.  This presentation was part of the EMN Slovakia 2025 National Conference entitled “Sustainable Labour Mobility in Action: Bilateral Pathways for a Prosperous Slovakia.”  The conference was organised by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Slovakia and the Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family of the Slovak Republic as members of EMN Slovakia. This activity was funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

Why should we care about what’s happening in Chad? In this lecture, Pascal Reyntjens emphasizes the need for a people-centered and human-rights-based approach to tacking climate change. He also points out how its harsh effects in Chad intensify forced displacement and worsen existing inequalities. Pascal delves into the complex interplay between climate change, conflict, food security, and migration, stressing the importance of international collaboration and investment, tailored responses, and durable solutions.  This lecture was part of the 10th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2024 entitled “Demystifying Migration and Harnessing Its Power”. We recommend following the lecture together with its presentation which you can find together with all podcasts from the seminar at www.emnseminar.sk.  The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

How can we effectively communicate climate change and inspire change and climate action? In this lecture, Fahmida Miah explores the impact of climate change on patterns of human movement, presents testimonies from individuals affected by climate change and forced displacement, and discusses key concepts linking climate justice to migrant justice. Fahmida also explains the impact of dangerous narratives related to climate migration and offers strategies for more effective communication on these topics.  This lecture was part of the 10th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2024 entitled “Demystifying Migration and Harnessing Its Power”. We recommend following the lecture together with its presentation which you can find together with all podcasts from the seminar at www.emnseminar.sk.  The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

In this lecture, Linda Cottone introduces the topic of Humanitarian Border Management (HBM), emphasizing the crucial role of preparedness and planning in responding to humanitarian crises. Linda Cottone discusses the rights, principles, and obligations underpinning HBM and highlights the importance of clear definitions. You will learn about HBM´s dimensions, objectives, its application in different emergency contexts including the response to the war in Ukraine, and the potential risks associated with the lack of HBM strategy.  This lecture was part of the 10th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2024 entitled “Demystifying Migration and Harnessing Its Power”. We recommend following the lecture together with its presentation which you can find together with all podcasts from the seminar at www.emnseminar.sk.  The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

In this lecture, Michal Vašečka examines how the period of increased migration in Europe in 2015 has exposed challenges within Central European countries and revealed concerns regarding the inclusivity of these societies towards "others." Drawing on public opinion polls, Vašečka discusses discrimination and low levels of sensitivity faced by various types of migrants. The lecture also proposes strategies for overcoming these issues and empowering migrants.  This lecture was part of the 10th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2024 entitled “Demystifying Migration and Harnessing Its Power”. We recommend following the lecture together with its presentation which you can find together with all podcasts from the seminar at www.emnseminar.sk.  The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

Lenka Šafránková Pavlíčková sa vo svojej prednáške zameriava na problematiku integrácie cudzincov na lokálnej úrovni, konkrétne v meste Brno. Analyzuje výzvy, akými sú stereotypy, dezinformácie a etnocentrizmus, ktoré brzdia efektívnu integráciu cudzincov do spoločnosti. Lenka predstavuje interkultúrnu prácu v samospráve ako kľúčový nástroj na prekonávanie týchto výziev a zdôrazňuje potrebu lepšej komunikácie a koordinácie integračných politík.  Prednáška bola súčasťou 10. Vzdelávacieho seminára EMN o migrácii 2024 s názvom Demýtizovanie migrácie a využitie jej potenciálu. Pri počúvaní prednášky odporúčame zároveň sledovať súvisiacu prezentáciu, ktorá je k dostupná na www.emnseminar.sk.  Seminár na Slovensku každoročne organizuje Medzinárodná organizácia pre migráciu ako koordinátor Národného kontaktného bodu Európskej migračnej siete v Slovenskej republike. Táto aktivita je financovaná Európskou úniou a spolufinancovaná Ministerstvom vnútra Slovenskej republiky.  Ďakujeme, že ste si nás vypočuli. 

Prednáška Karin Atassi ponúka jedinečný pohľad na jej prácu interkultúrnej pracovníčky na magistráte mesta Brna, ktorá zohráva kľúčovú úlohu pri podpore migrantov a utečencov z krajín ako Sýria, Egypt a Irak. Karin Atassi vás vo svojej prednáške prevedie témou dôležitosti jazykovej podpory, kultúrnej mediácie a orientačných programov, ktoré pomáhajú migrantom po príchode do novej krajiny začleniť sa do života v nej a získať prístup k nevyhnutným službám.  Prednáška bola súčasťou 10. ročníka Vzdelávacieho seminára EMN o migrácii 2024 s názvom Demýtizovanie migrácie a využitie jej potenciálu. Pri počúvaní prednášky odporúčame zároveň sledovať súvisiacu prezentáciu, ktorá je k dostupná na www.emnseminar.sk.  Seminár na Slovensku každoročne organizuje Medzinárodná organizácia pre migráciu ako koordinátor Národného kontaktného bodu Európskej migračnej siete v Slovenskej republike. Táto aktivita je financovaná Európskou úniou a spolufinancovaná Ministerstvom vnútra Slovenskej republiky.  Ďakujeme, že ste si nás vypočuli. 

Did you know that more than 117.3 million people worldwide were forcibly displaced at the end of 2023? In this lecture, Nicole Epting provides insights into the current developments in the realm of forced displacement, both globally and within the Central/Eastern European context, with a special focus on the situation in Ukraine, covering risks, needs, and return intentions of those forcibly displaced. The lecture also offers an overview of the solutions to displacement and highlights the importance of a multi-stakeholder approach in addressing the issue.  This lecture was part of the 10th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2024 entitled “Demystifying Migration and Harnessing Its Power”. We recommend following the lecture together with its presentation which you can find together with all podcasts from the seminar at www.emnseminar.sk.  The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening.

In this lecture, Koko Warner presents an overview of data on international migration, delves into trends in irregular migration to Europe, and explores the relationship between climate change impacts and population movements, as well as their implications for vulnerable migrants. She also highlights the importance of data for action that informs what needs to be done in order to reduce the vulnerabilities of populations exposed to climate-induced disruptions.  This lecture was part of the 10th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2024 entitled “Demystifying Migration and Harnessing Its Power”. We recommend following the lecture together with its presentation which you can find together with all podcasts from the seminar at www.emnseminar.sk.  The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

How does evidence-based policy-making work, and how can it be made impactful? What are the challenges and possible solutions when bridging science and policy mindsets? In the lecture, Vladimír Šucha explains what needs to be taken into account when creating policies and what the policy cycle looks like in practice. As an example, he presents initiatives launched by the EU to enhance migration data and evidence in response to the migration situation in 2015-2016.  This lecture was part of the 10th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2024 entitled “Demystifying Migration and Harnessing Its Power”. We recommend following the lecture together with its presentation which you can find together with all podcasts from the seminar at www.emnseminar.sk.  The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.  Thank you for listening. 

A lecture by Heather Komenda discusses new global data and databases on victims of human trafficking and how to effectively assist victims of this crime while providing examples from practice. Throughout the lecture, the need for and importance of data gathering, mainly through a case management system, is highlighted as a tool that can significantly improve not only new policies but also the overall experience of victims of human trafficking. This lecture was part of the 9th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2023 entitled "Protection of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations". All podcasts and presentations from the seminar are available at www.emnseminar.sk. The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic. Thank you for listening.

How to best cover and communicate stories of human trafficking and modern slavery by policymakers and the media? How to make sure that the communication is not only comprehensible to the general and professional public but also protects the victim? How to incorporate the fact that human trafficking is a sensitive topic with a broken human being at the centre of it? In this lecture, Martha Mendoza teaches us how to communicate the stories of survivors based on her practical experience as an award-winning investigative journalist. This lecture was part of the 9th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2023 entitled "Protection of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations". All podcasts and presentations from the seminar are available at www.emnseminar.sk. The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic. Thank you for listening.

What is the link between migration and health? What do migrants need regarding health when they cross into another country? What issues do they face? This lecture by Nassim Majidi provides not only answers to these questions but also highlights the connection between access to health and vulnerability, and the results from the most recent research that has explored the links between health needs, access to care and sustainable reintegration of returnees. This lecture was part of the 9th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2023 entitled "Protection of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations". All podcasts and presentations from the seminar are available at www.emnseminar.sk. The Seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic. Thank you for listening.

Gender is central to any discussion of the causes and consequences of migration, whether forced or voluntary. Melissa Siegel introduces the concept of migration and gender, specifically the feminisation of migration and its implications. She also tackles the question of where we can see specific gendered aspects of migration and the effects gender has on people who migrate and the migration itself. This lecture was part of the 9th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2023 entitled "Protection of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations". All podcasts and presentations from the seminar are available at www.emnseminar.sk. The Seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic. Thank you for listening.

Labour migrants account for around 62% of all migrants, which is around 2/3 of all international migrants, according to the IOM's World Migration Report 2022. Many of them face various challenges in the labour markets of their destination countries. In this lecture, Samuel Okyere talks about the challenges faced by migrant workers in the global economy while providing a broad look at the status of international migrant workers and exploring solutions to the issues they face in the new country. This lecture was part of the 9th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2023 entitled "Protection of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations". All podcasts and presentations from the seminar are available at www.emnseminar.sk. The Seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic. Thank you for listening.

Koľko ľudí žiada na Slovensku o azyl? Ako zmenila vojna na Ukrajine migračnú situáciu na Slovensku? Ako veľmi zraniteľní sú ľudia, ktorí sa rozhodnú migrovať na Slovensko a ako veľmi je naša krajina (ne)pripravená na integráciu migrantov? Ján Orlovský ponúka náhľad do pozadia migračnej situácie na Slovensku a politík týkajúcich sa integrácie cudzincov, zraniteľnosti, systémovej zmeny a výzvach, ktorým Slovensko čelí. Prednáška bola súčasťou 9. Vzdelávacieho seminára EMN o migrácii 2023 s názvom Ochrana migrantov v zraniteľných situáciách. Všetky podcasty a prezentácie zo seminára nájdete na www.emnseminar.sk. Seminár na Slovensku každoročne organizuje Medzinárodná organizácia pre migráciu ako koordinátor Národného kontaktného bodu Európskej migračnej siete v Slovenskej republike. Táto aktivita je financovaná Európskou úniou a spolufinancovaná Ministerstvom vnútra Slovenskej republiky. Ďakujeme, že ste si nás vypočuli.

Diskusia s odborníkmi o migrácii, migračnej politike a dlhodobých verejných postojoch k cudzincom a rozmanitosti na Slovensku v rámci širšej ekonomickej, demografickej a sociálnej reality. V diskusii sa dozviete: ako vyzerá migračná politika na Slovensku, aké sú dlhodobé postoje verejnosti k cudzincom,  zaobíde sa starnúca Európa bez integrácie všetkých, ktorí prichádzajú? Hosťami diskusie boli: Oľga Gyárfášová, sociologička a docentka na Inštitúte európskych štúdií a medzinárodných vzťahov Univerzity Komenského v Bratislave Lucia Mýtna Kureková, odborníčka na pracovnú migráciu a vedecká pracovníčka Slovenskej akadémie vied Ján Orlovský, riaditeľ Migračného úradu Ministerstva vnútra Slovenskej republiky Diskusiu, ktorej predchádzalo premietanie dokumentárneho filmu Noví Európania, moderovala Zuzana Vatráľová, vedúca Úradu Medzinárodnej organizácie pre migráciu (IOM) v Írsku. Diskusný večer EMN bol súčasťou 9. Vzdelávacieho seminára EMN o migrácii 2023 s názvom Ochrana migrantov v zraniteľných situáciách. Všetky podcasty a prezentácie zo seminára nájdete na www.emnseminar.sk. Seminár na Slovensku každoročne organizuje Medzinárodná organizácia pre migráciu ako koordinátor Národného kontaktného bodu Európskej migračnej siete v Slovenskej republike. Táto aktivita je financovaná Európskou úniou a spolufinancovaná Ministerstvom vnútra Slovenskej republiky. Ďakujeme, že ste si nás vypočuli.

Boldizsár Nagy introduces the topic of passports and visas in the context of mobility and current events in the world. What is the power passports hold? Why do governments need to know who is on the state’s territory? Why can some people get visas and others not? What are the rights of people when it comes to mobility? These are the notions Nagy leads you through in his lecture on passports and visas. This lecture was part of the 9th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2023 entitled "Protection of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations". All podcasts and presentations from the seminar are available at www.emnseminar.sk. The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic. Thank you for listening.

This lecture provides insight into mobility and border crossing between countries around the world, particularly from the perspective of legal identity (i.e., how migrants present themselves to the authorities of a given country). Baptiste Amieux talks about how access to identity and documentation supports safe and legal migration around the world and how it helps the development of a country. This lecture was part of the 9th EMN Educational Seminar on Migration 2023 entitled "Protection of Migrants in Vulnerable Situations". All podcasts and presentations from the seminar are available at www.emnseminar.sk. The seminar is organised by the International Organization for Migration Slovakia as the coordinator of the Slovak EMN National Contact Point. This activity is funded by the European Union and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic. Thank you for listening.