International Forum for Migration Statistics 2025

Migration and displacement: distinct but aligned statistical frameworks implemented through regional cooperation

Jun 17, 2025 | 4:50 PM - 6:20 PM

Ground Floor & Floors 3-5, Niagra Building

Description

This parallel session focuses on the synergies between migration and displacement statistics and discuss how regional cooperation can drive progress. Best practices and actionable strategies to build data systems that serve both migration and displacement needs will be highlighted, ensuring that no dimension of human mobility is overlooked. Moderator: Piotr Juchno, Team Leader, Asylum and Managed Migration Statistics, European Commission, Eurostat Speakers: - Priscilla Ndayara, Senior Migration Statistician, East African Community - Ismail Lubbard, Team Leader, Demographic and Social Statistics Team, UNESCWA - Agnes Geijer-Farah, Program Manager for Migration & Development at the Regional Development Cooperation for Africa, SIDA - Natalia Baal, Head of Secretariat, Expert Group on Refugee, IDP and Statelessness Statistics (EGRISS)