Conference discusses innovative policies on immigration and minorities.
Against the backdrop of outbreaks of ethnic and racial violence and of persistent discrimination of immigrants and minorities, the reports highlight the value of diversity. The innovative concept of valuing diversity in all spheres of society as described in the reports will guide future Council of Europe work on community relations. The main theme will be diversity and cohesion, with presentations by the report authors and a round table discussion on the first day. The second day will take a workshop format, with groups studying the economic and social aspects, cultural identities, combating discrimination and monitoring and assessment machinery . The conference will be held at the Theatre Royal, Namur on September 7 and 8.