Ensuring Safe and Legal Pathways for Global Migration

• Jurisdiction: European Union
• Year: 2021
• Author: Nathalie Springuel

Speaker

Nathalie Springuel Silver worked for UNHCR for more than 15 years and held various positions in protection, mainly in the field in Africa (Kenya, Chad, Guinea, Ghana, Djibouti), in Asia (Indonesia). Her last position was in Turkey during the Syria crisis. She worked there from 2014 until 2019 as Senior Refugee Status Determination Officer.

Since last year, she joined the operation in Brussels, as Resettlement Officer and presently works in the Policy and Legal Unit, in the Representation for EU Affairs. Nathalie holds a Master degree in Law (University of Leuven (Louvain-La-Neuve) Belgium) and a specialisation in International and Humanitarian Law (University of Leiden).

Topic

In this presentation, Nathalie Springuel delves into the realm of international and regional framework instruments, shedding light on their significance in establishing a robust responsibility-sharing policy that fosters predictability and equity. Her focus lies on leveraging these instruments to amplify the safeguarding of refugees and displaced persons, ultimately striving for enhanced protection outcomes.

Springuel begins by emphasizing the pressing need to address protection risks and challenges faced by refugees and displaced individuals worldwide. Through her comprehensive analysis, she highlights the multifaceted nature of these risks, ranging from physical insecurity to legal uncertainties and socio-economic vulnerabilities.

Crucially, Springuel underscores the importance of predictability and equity within responsibility-sharing policies. She delves into the significance of predictability, emphasizing the need for clear guidelines and mechanisms that enable countries to anticipate and prepare for potential refugee and displacement situations.

Furthermore, Springuel provides a comprehensive assessment of the current state of play in relation to resettlement, an integral aspect of responsibility-sharing. She delves into the successes and challenges associated with resettlement programs, shedding light on the gaps that need to be addressed.

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