Introduction to complementary pathways

DESCRIPTION

The aim of this module is to provide learners with the knowledge of legal avenues , additional and complementary to resettlement, drawing on good practices implemented on a European and global level. It will enable learners to identify the key components and processes of these different avenues and prepare them to participate in activities related to the use of complementary pathways.

This module addresses the concept of complementary pathways, their objectives, and their relationship with resettlement. It explores key benefits, relevant international and EU policies, and essential protection principles. Learners will gain insight into potential challenges and best practices in implementation. Additionally, the module outlines the main types of complementary pathways, including those based on humanitarian needs, family reunification, work, education, and sponsorship, while providing practical examples from the EU+ countries and beyond.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of this module, the learner will be able to:

1. Identify the objectives and central principles of complementary pathways and the applicable EU and international legal framework

2. Identify the different complementary pathways, their key considerations and main stakeholders involved

DELIVERY METHOD

This module is delivered entirely through asynchronous (self-paced) learning. 

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

The learner is required to answer multiple-choice questions, drag and drop or fill-in-the-blank exercises. In order to answer the questions, the learner will need to exhibit understanding of the key information on complementary pathways and the various elements of each pathway (definition, stakeholders involved, requirements for profiles benefitting from complementary pathways etc).