COMplementary pathways nETwork

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A network of diverse complementary pathways involving 14 partners from 7 Member States will together in the short term - coordinate new and existing legal migration channels for people in need of international protection; - exchange best practice from diverse models, experiences and contexts; - develop a structured matching process considering not only protection needs but also geographical, familiar and other links, skills and integration potential; - develop common tools and quality standards in respect of pre-departure orientation, reception and post-arrival support; in the medium term - build capacity for host communities; - deliver 130 additional European admission places for participants transiting through the Central Mediterranean Route by expansion of existing pathways and creation of new ones; in the longer term - monitor, evaluate, learn and share through dialogue, materials and structured exchange; - provide a basis for continued advocacy to expand legal migration. The Action recognises EU's emerging patrimony of complementary pathways and the potential for disparate legal channels to be developed as an interlocking system rather than a patchwork. Its multilateral approach will provide a pilot blueprint for the EU to which numerous countries and programmes can contribute, a system strengthened through shared resources and learning. Whilst the need for international protection is a starting point, participants will be viewed through a wider lens so that they can be matched to the programme and location best adapted to maximise their potential and eventual contribution to a host society. The Action will facilitate enrolment in EU universities and schools, enable safe and legal family reunification, expand humanitarian admission and support new and existing community sponsorship programmes. Establishing the network will foster strong partnerships between stakeholders such as municipalities, diaspora, FBOs, NGOs and academics. It will facilitate learning and wider dissemination.