Humanitarian corridors are saving lives
The humanitarian corridors set up in Italy, and now France, offer a safe passage to these countries for vulnerable people from abroad. But what are they and how are people chosen?
Understanding Europe
EU fingerprinting system Eurodac under review
The European parliament is currently reviewing a proposal to amend the Eurodac Regulation for fingerprinting migrants. The system until now has been arbitrary and difficult to enforce.
A guide to Germany: A-Z
For newcomers in Germany, finding your way around can be overwhelming. Like in every other foreign country, there are lots of ins and outs to its society. Learn about 26 things that make the country in the heart of Europe tick.
When an asylum request is rejected
What happens when officials refuse an applicant’s request to asylum? In Germany, applicants have recourse to administrative courts and can even approach the European Court of Human Rights. Here is a short explanation.
What is the Schengen area and how does it impact refugees?
The Schengen area allows individuals to travel freely and without border controls around 26 European states - the majority of which are EU members. With the influx of refugees into Europe in 2014 and 2015, border controls were reint1