IV. Presenting migration data for and through the media to improve availability, accuracy and understanding

Jun 17, 2025 | 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM

Lecture Room/Distance Lecture Room, Niagara: A0311

Description

This session, made up of panellists selected by the IFMS Scientific Committee, explores the role of public attitudes, media narratives, and digital platforms in shaping perceptions of migration. Panellists will examine how migration is portrayed in traditional and social media, the factors influencing public opinion, and the impact of online resources designed to support migrants. Discussions will highlight the ways narratives influence policy debates, the representation of migrants in the media, and the effectiveness of digital tools in providing reliable migration information. Moderator: Thomas Liebig, Principal Administrator, Employment Division, OECD Speakers: - James Dennison, Part-time Professor, Migration Policy Centre, European University Institute - Yao Robert Djogbenou, Department of Demography, University of Montreal - Tom De Vroe, Data Analyst, Myria – Federal Migration Centre - Marta Luzes, Economist, Inter-American Development Bank