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GMF celebrates its 40 year history and Founder and Chairman, Dr. Guido Goldman at Gala Dinner May 09, 2013 / Washington, DCGMF held a celebratory gala dinner at the United States Institute of Peace in Washington, Wednesday May 8.
In this podcast, GMF Vice President of Programs Ivan Vejvoda discusses last month's historic agreement to normalize relations between Kosovo and Serbia.
Anchor Elaine Reyes speaks with Andrew Small, Transatlantic Fellow of the Asia Program for the German Marshall Fund, about Beijing's potential role in brokering peace between Israel and Palestine
Events List
Welcome Centers in Canada: Lessons for Newcomer Integration in GermanyApril 24, 2013 / Berlin, Germany
The Immigration and Integration program launched the first ever “Welcoming Weeks” in Germany, as part of the GMF Welcoming Weeks, which showcases Canadian and U.S. initiatives for welcoming immigrants. Shifting Economies, Shifting Migration Patterns: Local Impacts and Policy ResponsesApril 23, 2013 / Turino, Italy
GMF hosted the first International City Dialogue in Turin, Italy, with the support of the Compagnia di San Paolo and FIERI, on April 11-13, 2013.The Future of Mediterranean Europe Takes Centre Stage at the Mediterranean Strategy Group in LisbonMarch 27, 2013 / Lisbon, Portugal
The German Marshall Fund of the United States organized the seventh meeting of the Mediterranean Strategy Group. This meeting was held in Lisbon, and focused on the theme “The Future of Mediterranean Europe: Between the Euro Crisis and Arab Revolutions.”Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation Marks Milestone 5th AnniversaryMarch 27, 2013 / Bucharest
The Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) celebrated its 5th anniversary with more than 80 policymakers, opinion shapers, and civil society and media representatives from the countries of the Black Sea region, United States, and European Union.Transatlantic Municipal Officials Will Convene April 11, 2013 in Turin, ItalyMarch 26, 2013 / Turin, Italy
Eight municipal leaders from the United States and Europe are convening April 11-13 for the first International City Dialogue in Turin, Italy.“How to Create a “We”? Welcoming Immigrant Integration in Sweden and the United States”March 19, 2013 / Washington DC
The Swedish Embassy partnered with GMF to host the latest in in GMF’s Immigration Embassy Event Series, looking at immigrant integration from a transatlantic perspective.Trilateral Strategy Group: “Growth, Innovation and the New Geo-Economics: European, Turkish and American Perspectives”March 03, 2013 / IstanbulThe seventh meeting of the Trilateral Strategy Group was held in İstanbul, from March 3-5. Stefano Sannino Outlines Next Steps for EU Enlargement at GMF Lunch Briefing EventOctober 26, 2012 / Brussels, Belgium
On October 22, Stefano Sannino, Director General for Enlargement at the European Commission, presented the Commission’s annual Enlargement Package to a GMF audience. The International Forum on Border SecurityJuly 10, 2012 / Bucharest, Romania
GMF hosted the 2nd International Forum on Border Security, with experts and policy makers from the U.S., Europe and Israel focusing on political and operational challenges to border security.
Multiculturalism, Islam and Political Minority Integration in EuropeJune 15, 2012 / Berlin, Germany
GMF’s immigration program in cooperation with the Transatlantic Academy (TA) hosted an event discussing political participation of minorities and populism in Europe, given increased skepticism toward multiculturalism in many states
Designing Immigration Policy in a Time of Economic UncertaintyMay 07, 2012 / Washington, DC
On April 27th, GMF partnered with the Australian Embassy to host its seventh Embassy event “Designing Immigration Policy in a Time of Economic Uncertainty in Australia and the United States.”
Regional Meeting of the Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) in BerlinMarch 12, 2012 / Berlin, Germany
From March 2 – 4, 2012, the GMF immigration and integration program in cooperation with the Robert Bosch Stiftung held the 9th Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) regional meeting in Berlin.
Transatlantic Trends: Immigration Launch in ParisJanuary 18, 2012 / Paris
On January 18th, 2012, the Paris office partnered with the Association France-Amériques to organize an expert roundtable to discuss the results of the Transatlantic Trends: Immigration report.
Event Highlights U.S., German Successes and Challenges for Muslim Immigrant IntegrationDecember 12, 2011 / Washington, DC
On December 1, GMF hosted "The Experience of Muslims in Europe and the U.S.: How have Germany and the U.S. Fared in Integrating Minority Religious Groups?," a discussion on Muslim integration within Germany and the United States.
India Forum IVNovember 11, 2011 / Stockholm, SwedenOn Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12, the German Marshall Fund hosted the fourth India Forum in Stockholm in collaboration with Sweden's Ministry for Foreign Affairs.Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration – Trivandrum, IndiaOctober 17, 2011 / Trivandrum, IndiaThe fourth Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) was held from October 17-21 in Trivandrum, India. Established in 2008, the annual conference organized by the German Marshall Fund and the Robert Bosch Stiftung has served as the basis for a sustainable network of young leaders in the field of migration and intergration, with year-round spin-off projects - including study tours, regional meetings, and academic and professional exchanges - taking place all over the world.
TFMI Spin-Off Project: Symposium on Religious Discrimination around EuropeSeptember 23, 2011 / Paris, FranceOn September 16, a spin-off project of the Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI), co-sponsored by GMF and the Robert Bosch Stiftung, was held in Paris. Organized in partnership with the French Defender of Rights and the Faculty of Law of Lille Catholic University, the symposium aimed to exchange information, raise transnational knowledge, and share good practices on the topic of religious discrimination around Europe, and eventually develop public policy against religious discrimination.
TFMI Spin off project on the subject of Pre-departure Migrant TrainingMay 24, 2011 / The HagueOn May 24th a successful spin-off project of the Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI), sponsored by GMF and the Robert Bosch Stiftung, was held in The Hague.German Minister discusses impact of migration triggered by Arab SpringMay 06, 2011 / Washington, DC
On May 2, GMF and the Hanns-Seidel Foundation hosted "Europe and the challenge of refugees from North Africa: Germany's perspective," a discussion with the newly appointed German Minister of the Interior, Dr. Hans-Peter Friedrich. The lunch event examined Germany's response to migratory flows triggered by political instability in North Africa.
Panel examines Spanish immigration policy and U.S. immigration reformMarch 11, 2011 / Washington, DC
On March 3, the GMF’s Immigration program held the fourth event in the Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF’s Embassy Event Series on Spain’s immigration policy and efforts the country has taken in cooperating with sending countries when forming policies to manage immigration flows.TTI launch in DC presents new views on immigration issuesFebruary 14, 2011 / Washington, DC
On February 3, the Immigration and Integration Program at GMF held a rollout event of the 2010 Transatlantic Trends: Immigration survey at the National Press Club. Transatlantic Trends: Immigration, now in its third year, is a public opinion survey that is designed to capture public attitudes about immigration and integration in a transatlantic, comparative context.Immigration Reform in the UK: New Policies and Areas for International CooperationNovember 18, 2010 / Washington, DC
On Wednesday, November 17 GMF’s Immigration and Integration program in cooperation with the British Embassy in Washington, DC held the third event in the Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF Embassy Event Series in the Cannon House Office Building on Capitol Hill.Former Russian Prime Minister discusses current politcal climate and upcoming electionsOctober 19, 2010 / Washington DC
With Russian parliamentary elections scheduled for the end of next year and presidential elections set for early 2012 as backdrop, GMF hosted a discussion on Russia’s political scene with Mikhail Kasyanov, former Prime Minister of the Russian Federation.
Serbia Looking Forward: Challenges and AccomplishmentsOctober 07, 2010 / Washington DC
On Thursday, October 7, 2010 the Washington Office of the German Marshall Fund hosted a lunch with Bozidar Djelic, Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration and Minister of Science and Technological Development for the Republic of Serbia, to discuss the prospects for Serbia’s future.
New study discusses link between migration and climate changeSeptember 29, 2010 / Washington, DC
On September 29, GMF’s Immigration and Integration program released the findings for its Transatlantic Study Team on Climate-Induced Migration. Study Team co-chairs Susan Martin and Koko Warner led the presentation of their findings which focused on four principle issues: the impact of climate change on migration patterns and trends; adaption strategies; emergency displacement; and migration policies and frameworks.
On September 15 2010, GMF Brussels hosted the official launch of Transatlantic Trends 2010, the findings of which centered on Obama’s popularity, transatlantic views on security, Asia and Turkey and the dissatisfaction of the euro throughout the EU. High Representative Vice President Catherine Ashton commented on the results. 2010 Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration ConcludesJuly 07, 2010 / Izmir, TurkeyThe 2010 Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI), organized by GMF and Robert Bosch Stiftung, was held from July 7-11 in Izmir, Turkey.GMF and Canadian Embassy host first part of the Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF Embassy Event SeriesJune 24, 2010 / Washington, DC
On Thursday June 24, GMF’s Immigration and Integration program and the Embassy of Canada hosted a lunch event at the Canadian Embassy entitled: “A Neighborly Comparison - Upcoming Immigration Challenges for the U.S. and Canada.” The event, the first of GMF’s Taking the Immigration Debate Across Borders: GMF Embassy Event Series, focused on the broad policy challenges immigration poses for both countries
Brussels Forum wraps upMarch 23, 2010 / Brussels, Belgium
The fifth annual Brussels Forum was held in Brussels, Belgium, March 26-28. Video of the Forum's sessions, as well as interviews, transcripts, and photos are on the Brussels Forum website.Transatlantic Trends: Immigration Reception for GMF and British Council AlumniJanuary 13, 2010 / Washington, DCOn January 13, GMF and the British Council co-hosted an event titled "The Effect of Immigration on Society." The evening opened with a presentation highlighting findings of the recent Transatlantic Trends: Immigration public opinion survey. This overview was followed by thoughtful reactions from respondents Juan Carlos Lara-Armienta, Peter MacLeod, and Rabah Ghezali.Muslim Integration, European Social Cohesion, and Transatlantic Lessons LearnedSeptember 17, 2009 / Washington, DCOn Thursday, September 17, GMF hosted a panel discussion around the new book from Christopher Caldwell, Reflections on the Revolution in Europe: Immigration, Islam, and the West. The event focused upon the state of Muslim integration in Europe, useful lessons that the United States can draw from the European experience, and raised the question: How can we learn from each other, given our different starting points and future challenges?2nd annual Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration held in TexasJuly 15, 2009 / Austin & San Antonio, TexasFrom July 15-19, GMF and the Robert Bosch Stiftung hosted the second annual Transatlantic Forum on Migration and Integration (TFMI) in Austin and San Antonio, Texas. The forum offered organizers the opportunity to welcome 58 emerging leaders working on immigration issues from the United States, Europe, and sending countries, including Japan, Russia, and El Salvador.Transatlantic Academy opens with migration conferenceOctober 14, 2008 / Washington, DCOn October 14, former Italian Prime Minister Giuliano Amato opened a conference in celebration of the Transatlantic Academy with a speech outlining the challenges the European Union faces in dealing with migrants and security.GMF convenes Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs in Los AngelesSeptember 18, 2008 / Los AngelesFrom September 18 to 21, the German Marshall Fund, in partnership with the Los Angeles-based MMF alumni planning committee, hosted the first Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs of 2008 in Los Angeles, drawing largely upon local and regional government officials, NGO leaders, and upon issues important both locally and internationally.Ten institutes receive grants to work on immigration and integration issuesMay 27, 2008 / BerlinEach year, the German Marshall Fund of the United States provides substantial financial support to university institutes and think tanks in the U.S. and Europe working on immigration and integration issues. For two days, the representatives from this year's supported institutions joined members of the German Bundestag, practitioners, and foundation representatives in Berlin for an event to mark the beginning of the newly funded activities.Immigration and homeland security challenges facing GermanyMarch 27, 2008 / Washington, DCOn March 27, GMF, in cooperation with the Hanns-Seidel-Foundation, hosted Joachim Herrmann (CSU), the interior minister of the Free State of Bavaria, for a luncheon presentation and discussion entitled "Immigration and homeland security challenges facing Germany." Mr. Ulf Gartzke, head of the Hanns-Seidel-Foundation in Washington, DC, introduced the speaker and Dr. Stephen Szabo, executive director of the Transatlantic Academy at GMF, moderated the discussion.Immigrants: Why we need themSeptember 13, 2007 / Washington, DCOn September 13, GMF hosted a luncheon discussion with Philippe Legrain, freelance writer and GMF journalism fellow, and Tamar Jacoby, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, for a luncheon discussion entitled "They Need Us - We need Them; How Immigrants Contribute to Western Democracies."Germans hear Canadian ideas on IntegrationMarch 29, 2007 / Berlin, GermanyOn March 29, the Canadian Embassy, the Hertie Foundation and GMF Berlin gathered 15 German and Canadian Integration Experts and Practicioners at the Timber Hall of the Canadian Embassy in Berlin in order to exchange ideas on the "Future of Multiculturalism - a Canadian - German debate on the future of diversity and the concept of Multiculturalism". The purpose of the meeting was to develop broader policy concepts as a framework for concrete policy instruments.Labor Mobility after the EU?s Eastern Enlargement ? Who wins, who loses?March 08, 2007 / Washington, DCOn March 8, 2007, GMF hosted a discussion on the topic of "Labor Mobility after the EU's Eastern Enlargement - Who wins, who loses?" Herbert Brücker, Research Fellow at the Institute for the Study of Labor in Bonn, talked about the impact of increased labor migration after the EU's 2004 enlargement round.Study reveals greater difficulties for unaccompanied minors seeking asylumMarch 05, 2007 / Brussels, BelgiumOn Monday, March 5th, GMF Brussels hosted the presentation of the Harvard Study by Jaqueline Bhabha "Seeking Asylum Alone" on the asylum procedures for unaccompanied minors (UAM) in the U.S., the UK and Australia. The U.S. findings were presented in Washington last October and this follow up meeting put the topic into a European framework and engaged more than 50 policymakers, representatives from NGO's, researchers and lawyers in a transatlantic exchange.Migration brainstorming session emphasizes ingenuity, hands-on approachFebruary 27, 2007 / Brussels, BelgiumOn February 27, the German Marshall Fund of the United States, in cooperation with the Migration Policy Institute, hosted a brainstorming session on migration and development in the run-up to the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GF), which will take place in Belgium in July 2007.GMF co-hosts migration and development conferenceJanuary 31, 2007 / Berlin, GermanyOn January 31, 2007, the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) co-organised a conference titled "Migration and Development: Using. Oppportunities. Together."Migration Learning Exchange looks at global immigration issuesNovember 12, 2006 / Brussels, Berlin, LondonFrom Nov. 12-18, 2006, GMF co-funded and co-hosted the European leg of the Migration Learning Center Exchange to gain a deeper understanding of global migration and immigration trends.Integration through education: What works best?June 26, 2006 / BerlinOn June 26, GMF’s Berlin office organized a workshop entitled “Integration through education: What works best?” to talk about youth, schools, and labor issues.6th Annual Transatlantic Conference for Young LeadersJune 23, 2006 / Tremezzo, ItalyOn June 23, GMF successfully concluded its Tremezzo Young Leaders’ Conference. This year's conference was a confirmation of a "transatlantic pragmatic optimism," with a willingness to listen and discuss constructively.Academics discuss brain drain from Eastern EuropeJune 12, 2006 / BrusselsOn June 12, the GMF Brussels office co-hosted a seminar entitled “Security and a Dilemma of Brain Drain/Gain in the EU and the United States – a Chance or a Threat for the Neighbors” to talk about economics and migration issues.Fourth annual U.S.?EU Summit Think Tank Symposium heldJune 11, 2006 / ViennaThe fourth annual Think Tank Symposium, one of GMF’s flagship events, was convened this year in Vienna, Austria, on June 11 and 12. The Think Tank Symposium is a high-profile series of events that brings together more than 40 leading experts from both sides of the Atlantic to discuss issues of transatlantic concern.Workshop explores the economic dimensions of global migrationMay 25, 2006 / Washington, DCOn May 25th, the Economic Policy Program hosted a workshop on migration and development that marked the beginning of the new migration initiative within the Economics Program and explored the economic and social impacts of migration for sending and receiving countries.Impacts of global migration discussedMay 16, 2006 / BerlinIn the light of recent debates about migration and intergration, such as President George W. Bush's recent televised address to the United States, on May 16, the German Marshall Fund's Berlin Office brought together a select group of experts from Europe and the United States to discuss the economic and social impacts of global migration.Brussels Forum: Transatlantic Challenges in a Global EraApril 28, 2006 / BrusselsBrussels Forum is an annual high-level meeting of the most influential American and European political, corporate, and intellectual leaders to address pressing challenges currently facing both sides of the Atlantic. The inaugural Brussels Forum took place April 28–30, 2006, in Brussels, Belgium. Heads of state, senior officials from the European Union institutions and the member states, U.S. Senators, and Parliamentarians were among the 280 participants.2006 Marshall Forum on Transatlantic AffairsMarch 16, 2006 / Tremezzo, ItalyAs the transatlantic community grapples with local and global challenges and searches for ways to address them together, GMF will convene the 6th annual Marshall Forum on Transatlantic Affairs on the shores of Lake Como in northern Italy.German, American lawmakers exchange views on transatlantic themesFebruary 24, 2006 / San DiegoFor four days, German and American lawmakers gathered in San Diego, California, to participate in the third annual Congress–Bundestag Forum, where they renewed and deepened contacts with each other and shared knowledge about political processes on both sides of the Atlantic.German state premier assesses Turks’ integrationFebruary 21, 2006 / Washington, DCGMF’s Washington office hosted Dr. Jürgen Rüttgers, minister president of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, for a talk on immigration and integration issues.Germans and Turks assess new German governmentJanuary 18, 2006 / Ankara, IstanbulOver two days in two cities, GMF's Ankara office Ankara Speakers' Series brought to Turkey debate and discussion about German-Turkish and transatlantic relations in light of the new German government of Chancellor Angela Merkel.U.S. Homeland Security deputy touts balance, cooperationDecember 06, 2005 / BrusselsU.S. Deputy Secretary for Homeland Security Michael P. Jackson told a Brussels roundtable on security that the United States and EU share a common problem — dealing with border and transportation security while preserving the human rights values of free societies.Experts debate framework for cultural tradeJuly 14, 2005 / Washington, DCGMF Transatlantic Fellow Áurea María Roldán Martín convened a roundtable discussion on “Cultural Diversity and Trade” to mark the culmination of her research on the global exchange of cultural goods and services. The event featured two leading thinkers on the subject — James C. Early of the Smithsonian Institution and George Mason University Professor Tyler Cowen.5th Annual Transatlantic Conference for Young LeadersJune 22, 2005 / Tremezzo, ItalyEvery year since 2001, the German Marshall Fund together with the Bertelsmann Foundation has convened the Transatlantic Conference for Young Leaders on the shores of Lake Como in Tremezzo, Italy.Bundestag Members Learn About U.S. Foreign PolicyJune 17, 2005 / BerlinThe 4th annual Bundestag Forum on the United States brings U.S. foreign policy experts to the seat of German government.4th annual Transatlantic Journalists ForumJune 02, 2005 / San AntonioThe German Marshall Fund, in cooperation with the European Commission, convened the fourth annual Transatlantic Journalists Forum in Texas. The border state was chosen as a perfect location to discuss the theme “Borders, Neighborhoods, and Political Landscapes in Europe and North America.”New Trends and Processes for the Integration of ImmigrantsMarch 11, 2005 / BerlinAmerican experiences with immigration are unique, but there is still much Germans can learn from the United States, a panel of American immigration experts told their German counterparts at a transatlantic immigration conference.GMF hosts workshop on promoting Policy Coherence for DevelopmentOctober 01, 2004 / Washington, DCThe German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) and the Dutch government sponsored a workshop, Promoting Policy Coherence for Development, which brought some 50 senior officials from industrial and developing countries, the major multilateral organizations, and leading foundations and non-governmental organizations to GMF’s Washington headquarters. 