A return journey can be a new beginning.
The 2nd Reintegration Conference in Rotterdam organised recently by Frontex brought together experts, Member States and reintegration partners committed to supporting people who return to their home countries.
Reintegration means helping returnees rebuild their lives back home, whether it’s support to find housing, launch a business, or access healthcare or training. It’s about turning return into a real opportunity.
“Reintegration is not the end of a journey. It is the beginning of a new one. And it is our responsibility to help people start that new journey with dignity, with support, and with hope,” said Hans Leijtens, Frontex Executive Director, in his opening speech.
This was the second Reintegration Conference organised by the Agency. It reinforced collaboration between policymakers and those who work directly with returnees to provide the best possible support. The programme addressed the challenges faced by people involved in the reintegration process, such as inclusive reintegration and gender-specific challenges. The Conference also included workshops to share experiences, exchange know-how and best practices.
The EU Reintegration Programme, fully funded and centrally managed by Frontex, offers to Member States the possibility to provide returning migrants with concrete, tailored assistance in their own countries.
