Pillar 4. Awareness-Raising and Knowledge Dissemination
The MAPS Project aims to advance research on migration and forced displacement in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on human rights, gender equality, and the protection of vulnerable groups such as women, children, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
To ensure widespread visibility and engagement, the project includes a detailed knowledge-sharing plan that leverages the expertise of co-applicants to disseminate findings through existing communication channels, such as websites and regular updates, in line with European Commission guidelines. Tailored materials will be developed for first-line practitioners, civil society organizations, migrant organizations, and policymakers to translate research into actionable insights. A DigiMAPS web platform will facilitate ongoing knowledge exchange in multiple languages, ensuring long-term sustainability.
The project also includes a Multidimensional Approach Framework to guide evidence-based policy development, addressing social, economic, political, and environmental factors. It will produce quarterly newsletters, 50 scientific journal articles, and 10 policy papers to disseminate research and provide updates. Scholarships for young African researchers will enhance local research capacity, and targeted qualitative research will include in-depth interviews in key regions.
These activities, combined with the creation of forward-looking strategies, tools, and guidelines, aim to drive informed decision-making and policy development, addressing emerging migration trends and promoting environmental awareness.
Key publications will include guidelines, a baseline report, toolkits, and multi-perspective research reports, ensuring that the project’s results are effectively communicated and contribute to sustainable solutions.