In this workshop, Disruption Network Lab revisit some of the topics addressed during the Borders of Fear panel discussions. The Migrant Media Network take the participants on a journey of irregular migration with the aim of understanding the nexus between migration, technology and data protection.

During the closing community panel, Creating Safe Passages, Thomas Kalunge (Strategy advisor/Agile Project Manager, Migrant Media Network / r0g_agency) brought up the question how fairness and protection play a role in a society with great inequality regarding technological innovation targeting marginalized groups. On this evening, we seek to understand, from the perspective of a migrant, if it is possible to implement innovative technology in migration management responsibly and with respect for human dignity and lives.

Understanding migration and its’ patterns and flows both in the mid- and long-term has continuedly proven difficult: even more so due to the highly dynamic and accelerated changes in people’s mobility. Given this, policymakers and decision-makers often find themselves being reactive rather than proactive. While we accept that no crystal ball gives one insight into a topic that is increasingly uncertain and volatile, we believe that this uncertainty can be reduced by having an inclusive discussion that brings together all stakeholders.

The Migrant Media Network (#MMN) is a project by the r0g_agency for open culture & critical transformation that provides young Africans with reliable information and training on migration issues and social media to make informed decisions and be aware of safer migration options to Europe. #MMN promotes youth entrepreneurship at home as a way to build economic and social resilience, encouraging youth to create their own opportunities and work within their communities.