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Effective practices with regard to research:
Acknowledge the importance of research and data in formulating and
implementing effective migration management policies.
Enhancing the relevance of research to Governments and policy making.
Acknowledge the need for increased scientific research on the full
range of migration themes, including such diverse issues as the impact
of remittances, the impact of migration on families, the relationship
between migration and environment, and the implications of an
increasing global labour market.
Promotion of collaboration between States in research work, including
comparative studies, exchange of experiences and findings.
b. Collection and Analysis of Data
The availability of meaningful data on migration stocks and flows is a key element
of effective migration management. At present, much of the statistical
and documentary information required for sound decision-making is simply
not available or does not reach policy makers in a timely way. National
capacities and resources for the collection and analysis of migration data are
currently inadequate in many countries. Efforts are also often hampered by
incompatibility of data as different measurement methods and operational
definitions for migrant categories are employed from country to country.
In addition to problems with migration data collection, the information that
exists is frequently not shared among governments, for legal, practical or
political reasons. Reliable data is essential for monitoring flows and understanding
trends as a basis for policy and programme development and cooperation.
Effective practices with regard to the collection and analysis of data:
Collection of objective, reliable and accurate data on all aspects of
migration, including on flows and stocks of international migrants.
Development of national networks to collect, analyse and disseminate
information on a wide range of migration phenomenon, including on
labour migration, the gender perspective, sudden and massive population
displacement, irregular migration and trafficking.
Clarification of who is collecting data, for what purpose and for what
audience.
Effective Practices