The goals are not in any order of chronology or priority. They highlight our broad, long-term priorities in addressing statelessness in the EU and beyond.
Raise awareness of the issue of statelessness
There is limited awareness about statelessness in the European Union. People are not well-aware of what is statelessness, and that there are hundreds of thousands stateless people in Europe and millions more in the world. The issue is inaccurately perceived as a marginal issue that pertains to few individuals.
Amplify the voices of stateless people
When the topic of statelessness is discussed, there is little to no input from the stateless people themselves. There is a disconnect between stateless people and the government, academia, NGOs, and even international organizations. Consequently, there are many misconceptions about stateless people. There is a need for dialogue on statelessness that is inclusive and impartial to those directly impacted.
Foster connections among stateless people and relevant organisations
As a stateless person, lacking the formalized belonging that is granted by state powers via nationality, one may often feel alienated from others and society at large. There is a need for platforms by which the stateless may connect to each other and to the organizations that are trying to help.
Fight xenophobia, racism and sexism as root causes of mass statelessness
There is limited awareness about statelessness in the European Union. People are not well-aware of what is statelessness, and that there are hundreds of thousands stateless people in Europe and millions more in the world. The issue is inaccurately perceived as a marginal issue that pertains to few individuals.
Take action to improve the lives of stateless people
From successes from high-level consultations to strategic litigation, our impact initiatives have been the most effective in challenging and removing barriers that stateless people face in their lives. We plan to continue these efforts to make sure that we can make stateless lives be able to enjoy more liveable life.
End statelessness in the EU and help end it globally
The European Union has a large concentration of stateless people, among the millions of others affected by statelessness worldwide. If human rights are to be taken seriously by Europeans, and if the EU wants to serve as a good example in human rights, statelessness is an issue to be taken seriously.
Raise awareness of the issue of statelessness
There is limited awareness about statelessness in the European Union. People are not well-aware of what is statelessness, and that there are hundreds of thousands stateless people in Europe and millions more in the world. The issue is inaccurately perceived as a marginal issue that pertains to few individuals.
Amplify the voices of stateless people
On the subject of statelessness, there is a disconnect between stateless people and the government, academia, NGOs, and the UN. Consequently, there are many misconceptions about stateless people. There is a need for dialogues on statelessness that are inclusive and impartial to those directly impacted.
Fight racism, sexism, ethnophobia, and other forms of discrimination
A common way for anyone to become stateless is due to a hostility of a more dominant ethnic, religous, or ideological group that (re)decides who belongs. Minorities are particularly vulnerable. Sexist policies of some states, which refuse women to pass on their nationality, is another major cause of mass statelessness.
Build bridges and community belonging
Stateless people, lacking the formalised sense of belonging conferred by nationality, often experience alienation from from society as well as each other. Platforms are therefore needed to help fill these isolating and alienating gaps, not least to provide answers to the affected.
Take action to improve the lives of stateless people
From successes from high-level consultations to strategic litigation, our impact initiatives have been the most effective in challenging and removing barriers that stateless people face in their lives. We plan to continue these efforts to make sure that we can make stateless lives be able to enjoy more liveable life.
Alleviate statelessness in the EU and globally
The European Union is home to a significant concentration of stateless people, among the many millions affected by statelessness worldwide. If human rights are to be taken seriously in Europe, and if the EU wishes to serve as a credible model for human rights practice, statelessness requires urgent attention.