Konsorcium nevládních organizací pracujících s migranty

For our members

We encourage cooperation and exchange of good practices between our members by organizing regular meetings of four working groups: social work, legal counseling, advocacy & lobbying and communication & media.
We participate in and initiate meetings with relevant stakeholders among politicians, civil servants, experts, businesspeople, academics and others.
We organize professional trainings and workshops on topics relevant to the work of our member organizations.

For the public

We organize debates and seminars on the most relevant topics today.
We prepare policy reports and research compilations on varied topics connected to migrations.
We hold cultural events and educational activities.

For journalists

We hold special meetings for journalists and publish press releases on topics of immediate relevance and with a long-term reach.
We provide background materials on migration-related topics and contacts among experts in the field.
We offer training workshops for publications.

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Legal and social counselling for applicants for international protection	OP AMIF	03/2024–03/2026	The project aims to provide free legal and social counselling for the target group, which consists of applicants for international protection and foreigners who are tolerated on the territory of the Czech Republic, with special attention to vulnerable persons. The project enables stable and regular functioning of counselling points in the facilities of the Refugee Facilities Administration and in the territory and legal counselling depending on the individual life situation of the client. Counselling in the project is provided by The Organization for Aid to Refugees and the Association for Integration and Migration.
Education of migrants in schools and its impact on successful integration into Czech society	TA ČR	09/2023–11/2026	Consortium is a partner of the project of the Institute of Sociology CAS. Its aim is to identify the current situation and the main barriers to language training for foreign pupils in primary and secondary schools and to propose measures to remove them, to highlight the opportunities of the system and the possibilities of their support. Another objective is to identify the barriers to the transition of foreign pupils from primary to secondary schools and to identify and compare the reasons for early drop-out from secondary education by Czech and foreign pupils.
IntegraPolis: The Future of Integration in Cities	OPZ+	04/2025-07/2026	The project focuses on supporting municipalities in the Czech Republic that are facing increasing ethnic and cultural diversity. The aim is to support the creation of a sustainable and strategic approach to the integration of foreigners in municipalities by mapping local needs, networking actors, creating future scenarios and testing the visions and missions that are subsequently created. The project uses transitive design approaches and places a strong emphasis on networking. It aims to improve the quality of life of foreigners and the majority society and to strengthen social cohesion.
Consortium Information Service	UMCOR	09/2025-08/2026	The aim of the support is to continue publishing the Consortium's Information Service on the situation of refugees from Ukraine, which the Consortium has been publishing since 2022. In addition to the static information service, which mainly contains information on legislation and methodological procedures relating to support for refugees from Ukraine, this support will enable the distribution of an email newsletter providing information on legislative changes, financial challenges, educational programs for professionals, and opportunities for direct support to refugees.
Research to support the strategic development of integration policy in the Czech Republic	OP AMIF	10/2025–03/2028	Through research on the migrant population from third countries, research on the majority population, evaluation of integration measures, and dissemination of research findings, we will strengthen knowledge about the integration needs of migrants in the Czech Republic, knowledge about the attitudes of the majority towards foreigners, and help evaluate the effectiveness of existing measures aimed at the integration of foreigners. By disseminating findings and discussing recommendations among policymakers and experts, we will contribute to the planning of further development of relevant integration measures.
Utilization of qualifications and migration experience of skilled Ukrainian refugees and other skilled migrants in the Czech labor market	TA ČR	10/2025–12/2028	The Consortium is a partner in a project implemented by the University of Hradec Králové. Its main objective is to develop a methodology enabling more targeted treatment of highly qualified migrants (persons with a university degree). The research will help identify the factors that prevent qualified individuals from finding employment at the level of skilled workers, pass on these findings to the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, and propose them to other stakeholders.

Legal and social counselling for applicants for international protection	OP AMIF	03/2024–03/2026	The project aims to provide free legal and social counselling for the target group, which consists of applicants for international protection and foreigners who are tolerated on the territory of the Czech Republic, with special attention to vulnerable persons. The project enables stable and regular functioning of counselling points in the facilities of the Refugee Facilities Administration and in the territory and legal counselling depending on the individual life situation of the client. Counselling in the project is provided by The Organization for Aid to Refugees and the Association for Integration and Migration.
Legal advice for people who do not meet the conditions for entry or residence	OP AMIF	03/2024–09/2025	The project provides free legal assistance in the return process to third-country nationals who (no longer) meet the conditions for entry or residence in the Czech Republic and to applicants for international protection in the event that they are placed in the Facilities for the Detention of Foreigners and have been issued a decision on the obligation to leave the territory. The project increases the efficiency of returns, contributes to the management of migration flows and implements common asylum and immigration policies while respecting the rights and principles of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. Counselling in the project is provided by The Organization for Aid to Refugees and the Association for Integration and Migration.
Healthy umbrella, strong network	OPZ+	01/2024–12/2025	The aim of the project is to stabilize Consortium as an umbrella organization for 20 major NGOs working on migration and integration of people with migration experience. Another objective is to systematize the Consortium's activities, thereby strengthening its existing role in linking communication between the civil society, human rights sector and migration policy makers. The project will also support the use of the potential of existing platforms - especially the database of integration projects to provide an overview of activities and projects supporting the integration of foreigners in the Czech Republic, not only within the network.
Education of migrants in schools and its impact on successful integration into Czech society	TA ČR	09/2023–11/2026	Consortium is a partner of the project of the Institute of Sociology CAS. Its aim is to identify the current situation and the main barriers to language training for foreign pupils in primary and secondary schools and to propose measures to remove them, to highlight the opportunities of the system and the possibilities of their support. Another objective is to identify the barriers to the transition of foreign pupils from primary to secondary schools and to identify and compare the reasons for early drop-out from secondary education by Czech and foreign pupils.
The NGO sector as a strong partner for the integration of foreigners	EPIM	06/2024–06/2025	In the project we want to reflect the developments of the last two years and formulate positive findings and conceptually evaluate the role of the non-governmental sector and other actors in the reformulation of the new migration and integration policy. The current project will create a space for an intensive discussion among member organisations on the mainstreaming of services for migrants and will look for inspiration in inclusive European cities. The discussion among Consortium members will result in critical feedback on current integration policies and an updated Consortium Advocacy Plan. This project has been supported by the European Programme for Integration and Migration (EPIM), a collaborative initiative of the Network of European Foundations (NEF).
IntegraPolis: The Future of Integration in Cities	OPZ+	04/2025-07/2026	The project focuses on supporting municipalities in the Czech Republic that are facing increasing ethnic and cultural diversity. The aim is to support the creation of a sustainable and strategic approach to the integration of foreigners in municipalities by mapping local needs, networking actors, creating future scenarios and testing the visions and missions that are subsequently created. The project uses transitive design approaches and places a strong emphasis on networking. It aims to improve the quality of life of foreigners and the majority society and to strengthen social cohesion.
Analysis of barriers to the provision of services to foreigners	City of Prague	01/2025-12/2025	The main objective of the project is to support the social departments of the administrative districts of the capital city of Prague and the Prague City Hall in their work with the target group of foreigners. Through a research survey we identify obstacles in planning and providing assistance to foreigners and map the training needs of the social department staff of the municipal authorities of Prague and districts, and then develop recommendations for training and support of social department officers.
Supporting intercultural work	City of Prague	01/2025-12/2025	The aim of the project is to support intercultural workers (IKP) in providing their professional support to foreign clients. The support is implemented through the implementation of working group meetings aimed at exchanging experiences and supporting novice IKPs. At the same time, two IKP methodological support meetings will be carried out. These are the staff who create background and methodological support in the organisations.
Consortium Information Service	UMCOR	09/2025-08/2026	The aim of the support is to continue publishing the Consortium's Information Service on the situation of refugees from Ukraine, which the Consortium has been publishing since 2022. In addition to the static information service, which mainly contains information on legislation and methodological procedures relating to support for refugees from Ukraine, this support will enable the distribution of an email newsletter providing information on legislative changes, financial challenges, educational programs for professionals, and opportunities for direct support to refugees.
Research to support the strategic development of integration policy in the Czech Republic	OP AMIF	10/2025–03/2028	Through research on the migrant population from third countries, research on the majority population, evaluation of integration measures, and dissemination of research findings, we will strengthen knowledge about the integration needs of migrants in the Czech Republic, knowledge about the attitudes of the majority towards foreigners, and help evaluate the effectiveness of existing measures aimed at the integration of foreigners. By disseminating findings and discussing recommendations among policymakers and experts, we will contribute to the planning of further development of relevant integration measures.
Utilization of qualifications and migration experience of skilled Ukrainian refugees and other skilled migrants in the Czech labor market	TA ČR	10/2025–12/2028	The Consortium is a partner in a project implemented by the University of Hradec Králové. Its main objective is to develop a methodology enabling more targeted treatment of highly qualified migrants (persons with a university degree). The research will help identify the factors that prevent qualified individuals from finding employment at the level of skilled workers, pass on these findings to the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, and propose them to other stakeholders.

Legal and social counselling for applicants for international protection	OP AMIF	03/2024–03/2026	The project aims to provide free legal and social counselling for the target group, which consists of applicants for international protection and foreigners who are tolerated on the territory of the Czech Republic, with special attention to vulnerable persons. The project enables stable and regular functioning of counselling points in the facilities of the Refugee Facilities Administration and in the territory and legal counselling depending on the individual life situation of the client. Counselling in the project is provided by The Organization for Aid to Refugees and the Association for Integration and Migration.
Legal advice for people who do not meet the conditions for entry or residence	OP AMIF	03/2024–09/2025	The project provides free legal assistance in the return process to third-country nationals who (no longer) meet the conditions for entry or residence in the Czech Republic and to applicants for international protection in the event that they are placed in the Facilities for the Detention of Foreigners and have been issued a decision on the obligation to leave the territory. The project increases the efficiency of returns, contributes to the management of migration flows and implements common asylum and immigration policies while respecting the rights and principles of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. Counselling in the project is provided by The Organization for Aid to Refugees and the Association for Integration and Migration.
Healthy umbrella, strong network	OPZ+	01/2024–12/2025	The aim of the project is to stabilize Consortium as an umbrella organization for 20 major NGOs working on migration and integration of people with migration experience. Another objective is to systematize the Consortium's activities, thereby strengthening its existing role in linking communication between the civil society, human rights sector and migration policy makers. The project will also support the use of the potential of existing platforms - especially the database of integration projects to provide an overview of activities and projects supporting the integration of foreigners in the Czech Republic, not only within the network.
Education of migrants in schools and its impact on successful integration into Czech society	TA ČR	09/2023–11/2026	Consortium is a partner of the project of the Institute of Sociology CAS. Its aim is to identify the current situation and the main barriers to language training for foreign pupils in primary and secondary schools and to propose measures to remove them, to highlight the opportunities of the system and the possibilities of their support. Another objective is to identify the barriers to the transition of foreign pupils from primary to secondary schools and to identify and compare the reasons for early drop-out from secondary education by Czech and foreign pupils.
Update of the Prague Integration Projects Database	City of Prague	01/2024–12/2024	The main objective of the project is to create a systematic overview of the scope of activities supporting the integration of foreigners in the territory of the Capital City of Prague. Prague, including the possibilities of financing integration activities. In this regard, we will systematically support the principle of evidence-based policy-making in the field of integration of foreigners and by creating analytical documents we will increase the awareness of the main actors of integration in the territory of the capital city of Prague.
Needs analysis of foreign citizens and the Municipality of Prague 10	Municipality of Prague 10	01/2024–11/2024	For the Municipality of Prague 10 we are preparing an analysis of the needs of foreign citizens and other actors in the field of migrant integration. On the basis of these analyses, we will propose measures to include their needs in the concept of family policy and the community plan for social services. Recommendations will also be made on how to incorporate the topic of integration of foreign citizens into the regular activities of the municipality.
Refugees from Ukraine and Czech municipalities in 2023	IOM	10/2023–06/2024	In cooperation with the IOM, the Ministry of Regional Development and the Association of Local Authorities, we conducted this research to find out how Czech municipalities managed the presence of refugees on their territory during 2023, what problems they encountered and what practices they developed to support coexistence with refugees.
The NGO sector as a strong partner for the integration of foreigners	EPIM	06/2024–06/2025	In the project we want to reflect the developments of the last two years and formulate positive findings and conceptually evaluate the role of the non-governmental sector and other actors in the reformulation of the new migration and integration policy. The current project will create a space for an intensive discussion among member organisations on the mainstreaming of services for migrants and will look for inspiration in inclusive European cities. The discussion among Consortium members will result in critical feedback on current integration policies and an updated Consortium Advocacy Plan. This project has been supported by the European Programme for Integration and Migration (EPIM), a collaborative initiative of the Network of European Foundations (NEF).

Public offers of help at pomahejukrajine.cz	MHMP J&T Foundation	01/2023—12/2023	Web platform “Pomáhej Ukrajině” (Help Ukraine) is an online tool matching public offers of help in various areas (material aid, education, leisure-time activities, housing, psychological aid etc.) and needs of both individual refugees from Ukraine, and organizations dealing with assistance to migrants. Consortium also continues in providing newsletters informing and raising awareness of integration actors, stakeholders as well as the general public.
Refugees from Ukraine and Czech municipalities in 2023	IOM	10/2023–06/2024	In cooperation with the IOM, the Ministry of Regional Development and the Association of Local Authorities, we conducted this research to find out how Czech municipalities managed the presence of refugees on their territory during 2023, what problems they encountered and what practices they developed to support coexistence with refugees.
Integrating Ukrainian Refugees in the Czech Republic: Strengthening CSOs’ Capacities to Provide Assistance and Advocacy	EPIM	01/2023—12/2023	The aim of the project is to maintain and strengthen capacities of NGOs in the area of integration of refugees from Ukraine - advocacy, providing assistance and improving its standards. The project is a key to sustain support to integration of refugees from Ukraine also during 2023. Consortium as well as its nine member organizations are beneficiaries.
Building fair migration policy	ACF	03/2020—03/2023	We strive to reach the change in the area of migration, asylum, and integration policy and legislation in the Czech Republic through the combination of advocacy, analytical and informative activities. We will strengthen, with the support data analyses and strategic litigation, the protection of rights of migrants, prevent decreasing of human rights standards in the area of migration and strengthen cooperation with stakeholders, which are not present in the debate. Through these changes and partnerships the pro integration climate in Czech society will be created.
Skills for Employment	IKEA	01/2021—08/2023	The aim of the project is to support refugees, international protection holders, stateless and people of concern in finding jobs. Consortium is also to provide training for IKEA staff and assistance for the HR department.

Pomáhej Ukrajině	People in Need Livesport MV ČR Livesport	02/2022—12/2022	Web platform “Pomáhej Ukrajině” (Help Ukraine) is an online tool matching public offers of help in various areas (material aid, tutoring, transport, translation, housing, psychological aid etc.) and needs of both individual refugees from Ukraine, and organizations dealing with assistance to migrants. Consortium also provides newsletters informing and raising awareness of involved actors and stakeholders.
Building fair migration policy	ACF	03/2020—03/2023	We strive to reach the change in the area of migration, asylum, and integration policy and legislation in the Czech Republic through the combination of advocacy, analytical and informative activities. We will strengthen, with the support data analyses and strategic litigation, the protection of rights of migrants, prevent decreasing of human rights standards in the area of migration and strengthen cooperation with stakeholders, which are not present in the debate. Through these changes and partnerships the pro integration climate in Czech society will be created.
Skills for Employment	IKEA	01/2021—08/2023	The aim of the project is to support refugees, international protection holders, stateless and people of concern in finding jobs. Consortium is also to provide training for IKEA staff and assistance for the HR department.

Evaluation of projects funded by EU from 2014 to 2020	MMR	1/2020—07/2021	Through quantitative and qualitative research, our aim is to reveal content and targets of projects of migrant integration, funded by EU programmes. We strive to identify their contribution to implementation of Partnership Agreement and The Policy for the Integration of Foreign Nationals as well as good practices.
Building fair migration policy	ACF	03/2020—03/2023	We strive to reach the change in the area of migration, asylum, and integration policy and legislation in the Czech Republic through the combination of advocacy, analytical and informative activities. We will strengthen, with the support data analyses and strategic litigation, the protection of rights of migrants, prevent decreasing of human rights standards in the area of migration and strengthen cooperation with stakeholders, which are not present in the debate. Through these changes and partnerships the pro integration climate in Czech society will be created.
Skills for Employment	IKEA	01/2021—08/2023	The aim of the project is to support refugees, international protection holders, stateless and people of concern in finding jobs. Consortium is also to provide training for IKEA staff and assistance for the HR department.

Evaluation of projects funded by EU from 2014 to 2020	MMR	01/2020—07/2021	Through quantitative and qualitative research, our aim is to reveal content and targets of projects of migrant integration, funded by EU programmes. We strive to identify their contribution to implementation of Partnership Agreement and The Policy for the Integration of Foreign Nationals as well as good practices.
Building fair migration policy	ACF	03/2020—03/2023	We strive to reach the change in the area of migration, asylum, and integration policy and legislation in the Czech Republic through the combination of advocacy, analytical and informative activities. We will strengthen, with the support data analyses and strategic litigation, the protection of rights of migrants, prevent decreasing of human rights standards in the area of migration and strengthen cooperation with stakeholders, which are not present in the debate. Through these changes and partnerships the pro integration climate in Czech society will be created.
Training of intercultural workers	MHMP	05/2020—012/2020	The project follows up a successful training of intercultural workers, developing their knowledge, professionalism and improving their usability for the local administration and municipalities. Raising the awareness of public officers at the Prague City Hall also forms part of the project.
International Migran’s Day 2020	MHMP	05/2020—12/2020	The project aims at promoting the International Migran’s Day within the general public. It presents the creativity of migrants residing in the Czech Republic and accentuates enriching aspects of diversity. The event is the opportunity for informal meetings and networking of migrants, general public as well as migration and integration stakeholders.

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Ministerstvo vnitra opakovaně ignoruje rozhodnutí soudů ve věci žádosti ukrajinských uprchlíků o dočasnou ochranu

Nejvyšší správní soud (NSS) opakovaně rozhodl, že česká právní úprava a postup českého Ministerstva vnitra (MV) – konkrétně Odboru azylové… číst dále

Kolik je v základních školách žáků se nedostatečnou znalostí češtiny? A jak jim pomáhá systém jazykové přípravy?

Nedostatečná znalost češtiny představuje pro žáky s odlišným mateřským jazykem nebo pro vícejazyčné žáky bariérou ve vzdělávání. Žáci, jejichž znalost… číst dále

Stanovisko Konsorcia k implementaci Migračního paktu

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Poslanecký návrh zákona o zpřísnění migrace? Nebezpečné obcházení legislativního procesu ze strany vlády

Vládní koalice 7. března 2025 oznámila záměr předložit návrh zákona, který dle premiéra Fialy: “zpřísňuje opatření v oblasti migrace na… číst dále

Tři roky dočasné ochrany v EU: Čas na dlouhodobá řešení

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Stanovisko Konsorcia k implementaci Migračního paktu

Migrační pakt představuje 10 základních evropských právních norem a další provázané předpisy, které na sebe navzájem odkazují. Jedná se o… číst dále

Tři roky dočasné ochrany v EU: Čas na dlouhodobá řešení

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Soudní dvůr Evropské unie se zastal uprchlíků z Ukrajiny, kterým Česko odmítlo udělit dočasnou ochranu

Ve věci C-753/23 Krasiliva rozhodl, že česká právní úprava odporuje evropskému právu. Tím dal za pravdu neziskovým organizacím, které na… číst dále

Co se osvědčilo českým obcím v přístupu k ukrajinským uprchlíkům v roce 2023

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Otevřený dopis pro ministra Jurečku ohledně podpory ukrajinských uprchlíků

Dopis shrnující výhrady vůči současnému a chystanému systému podpory uprchlíků z Ukrajiny. Apeluje na konkrétní změny, které je potřeba ze… číst dále

Přehled strategických dokumentů ČR a EU v oblasti integrace cizinců

Jak Česká republika přistupuje k integraci cizinců na svém území, je formulováno v Koncepci integrace cizinců. Koncepce vznikla v roce… číst dále

Stát nechrání zranitelné skupiny uprchlíků. Jejich nezaviněné dluhy z ubytování chce řešit mimořádnou dávkou pomoci (MOP)

Jak interpretovat lex Ukrajina V diskutovala ministerstva během září. Nejasnosti panovaly ohledně podmínek uznání zranitelnosti, která uprchlíkům umožňuje získat nárok… číst dále

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Podpora informačního servisu Konsorcia k situaci uprchlíků z Ukrajiny

Ministerstvo vnitra opakovaně ignoruje rozhodnutí soudů ve věci žádosti ukrajinských uprchlíků o dočasnou ochranu

Kolik je v základních školách žáků se nedostatečnou znalostí češtiny? A jak jim pomáhá systém jazykové přípravy?

Stanovisko Konsorcia k implementaci Migračního paktu

Poslanecký návrh zákona o zpřísnění migrace? Nebezpečné obcházení legislativního procesu ze strany vlády

Tři roky dočasné ochrany v EU: Čas na dlouhodobá řešení

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Kolik je v základních školách žáků se nedostatečnou znalostí češtiny? A jak jim pomáhá systém jazykové přípravy?

Stanovisko Konsorcia k implementaci Migračního paktu

Tři roky dočasné ochrany v EU: Čas na dlouhodobá řešení

Soudní dvůr Evropské unie se zastal uprchlíků z Ukrajiny, kterým Česko odmítlo udělit dočasnou ochranu

Co se osvědčilo českým obcím v přístupu k ukrajinským uprchlíkům v roce 2023

Otevřený dopis pro ministra Jurečku ohledně podpory ukrajinských uprchlíků

Přehled strategických dokumentů ČR a EU v oblasti integrace cizinců

Stát nechrání zranitelné skupiny uprchlíků. Jejich nezaviněné dluhy z ubytování chce řešit mimořádnou dávkou pomoci (MOP)

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