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SI’s World Conference on Statelessness took place in the Hague from 26-28 June
2019 and provided a unique space for conversations that transcend geographic
divides and connect people working in different fields and disciplines. At a time
when citizenship is under so much threat, it was extremely rewarding to witness the
openness, energy and enthusiasm with which conference participants engaged on
this critical issue.
We hope this conference marks a new beginning. Re-energised, inspired and
empowered, may we all work together to build a truly inclusive movement, despite
the many barriers before us. We at ISI, will redouble our efforts as the global expert,
partner, catalyst, advocate and leader in the field, to galvanise action.
This report is a post-conference publication which pinpoints the key takeaways of
the Conference as a whole, while simultaneously giving an overview of the main
overarching themes including development, women & children, migration, minorities
and securitisation of citizenship and the arbitrary deprivation of nationality. The
report aims to give an overview of the Conference, reaffirming and reminding
Conference participants and demonstrating to those curious about the three days,
that the Conference was the beginning of a truly inclusive and interdisciplinary global
movement to address statelessness.
In 2022, we will host the Second World Conference on Statelessness, to again
convene, take stock, celebrate, reflect and build on. We hope to see you there!
The ISI Team
# ForInclusiveSocieties
Photo credits:
James Petermeier, Alena Jascanka, Greg Constantine, Saiful Huq Omi, Pierre Albouy (UNHCR), Reuters, AFP
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