Brussels, European Commissioner Ylva Brunner met with the Expert Group on the Views of Migrants to advance inclusive and evidence-based EU migration policies, emphasizing the importance of lived experience in shaping future frameworks.

The meeting focused on integrating migrant perspectives into the design and implementation of policies related to integration, asylum, labor mobility, and social inclusion. Commissioner Brunner reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to participatory policymaking, where migrants are not just subjects of policy but active contributors to its evolution.

The Expert Group, composed of individuals with diverse migration backgrounds, shared insights on challenges faced in accessing services, navigating legal systems, and building community ties. Their input will inform upcoming proposals under the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum.

This initiative reflects the European Commission’s broader goal of human-centered migration governance, rooted in dignity, rights, and practical solutions.