Labor Markets

Thinking Regionally to Compete Globally- A presentation in Guatemala on the Regional Migration Study Group

This briefing in Guatemala City (in English and Spanish) highlighted the MPI Regional Migration Study Group’s final report, which outlines the demographic, economic, and social forces reshaping Mexico and Central America, as well as changing migration dynamics with the United States. 

Thinking Regionally to Compete Globally- A Presentation in Guatemala on the Regional Migration Study Group

Tackling Brain Waste among Immigrant Professionals: Initiatives to Improve the Recognition of Foreign Qualifications

This event marked the release of MPI's final project report on international cooperation for the mutual recognition of foreign credentials. Report authors were joined by government professionals and the CEO of Upwardly Global.

Faced with a Growing Global Talent Pool, Governments Review their Strategies

Competing for skilled talent post-recession, governments are modifying immigration policies while tackling "brain waste.”

2013 E Pluribus Unum Prizes Awards Ceremony

This awards ceremony honored the 2013 winners of the E Pluribus Unum Prizes, which provides $50,000 prizes to exceptional U.S. immigrant integration initiatives. The awardees took part in a panel discussion with White House and state officials, followed by remarks from Congressman Luis Gutierrez and U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar.

Skilled Immigrants in the Global Economy: Prospects for International Cooperation on Recognition of Foreign Qualifications

Mutual recognition agreements reduce credential barriers for skilled immigrants, but professional autonomy and political fragmentation limit their scope and reach.

Effective Labour Migration Management: Creating checks and balances while searching for talent

A book discussion on the management of labour migration and the various options policymakers can employ to address the needs of migrant workers while, at the same time, contributing to fiscal sustainability and social cohesion.

Building New Skills: Immigration and Workforce Development in Canada

Despite a wide array of workforce services, immigrant workers in Canada remain under-represented in training and face a system too supply-driven and insufficiently employer-led.

The Immigrant Workforce in Germany: Formal and Informal Barriers to Addressing Skills Deficits

Informal barriers prevent Germany's immigrants from accessing job training at the same rates as native workers, despite identical formal rights.

Maximizing Human Capital in a Rapidly Evolving Economic Landscape (Transatlantic Council Statement)

Immigrants should have access to job-relevant training and be able to put their skills to use, as policymakers seek to close skills gaps among immigrants and underserved workers.