Action plan-Steps to integrate refugees in Kozani

By iliopoulossotiris
  • 1.The number of people that can be successfully integrated.

    1.The number of people that can be successfully integrated.

    The successful integration of refugees into smaller municipalities , like Kozani , is not measured by a population cap but by the ability of the host society to adapt and provide lasting, meaningful opportunities. This capacity is often broken down into three main, interconnected dimensions: economic, social, and structural. As a result,there is no fixed ,universal "number" of refugees a small community can successfully integrate.
  • 2. Accommodation

    2. Accommodation

    1. Initial and Temporary Accommodation Initial Accommodation Centers: These are temporary sites (former military bases or repurposed large buildings) Hotels/Reception Centers/Camps: These can range from emergency tents or hotel rooms.
    2. Longer-Term Temporary Accommodation Dispersal Accommodation:accommodation in private houses, flats, or shared properties . Supported Housing: For particularly vulnerable individuals or families managed by non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
  • 3.The kind of entrepreneurship that can be developed

    3.The kind of entrepreneurship that can be developed

    Food Catering: small food stalls, bakeries, or catering services. This is very common and can lead to integration into the local society.
    Retail and Trade: Selling basic necessities, groceries, or handmade crafts, especially within refugee camps or markets.
    Personal Services: Offering services like hair styling, tailoring, repairs (e.g., electronics, motorcycles)
    Translation and Language Services: Using multilingual skills to offer translation, interpretation, or language teaching services
  • 4.The ways your school can help

    4.The ways your school can help

    Schools play a vital role in providing stability, safety, and a future for refugee students. The most effective strategies focus on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment and addressing their unique academic and emotional needs.
    Make them feel welcome by showing kindness and compassion.
    School Tours and Orientation by providing a thorough tour of the school or a map in their native language
    Initial Needs Assessment by Interviewing parents/guardians to understand the student's background
  • 5.The potential benefits for the local community

    5.The potential benefits for the local community

    • Economic Benefits
      Boosted Local Economies
      Entrepreneurship and Job Creation
      Filling Labor Gaps
      Skills and Innovation
    • Social and Community Benefits
      Increased Community Cohesion
      Volunteerism and Engagement
    • Cultural Benefits
      Cultural Enrichment
      New Perspectives
      Enhanced Global Awareness