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The University of Oxford's Centre on Migration, Policy and Society (COMPAS). Based at the School of Anthropology.

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How does discrimination impact opportunities for ethnic minorities across the life course - from securing a place in childcare to finding work and renting a home later in life?

Hear from our panel as they explore this question at our seminar happening tomorrow
πŸ”— www.compas.ox.ac.uk/event/the-po...

04.03.2026 09:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2
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Our Director provided evidence to the APPG on Climate, Nature & Security to support its inquiry on climate migration. By sharing insights in this capacity, we aim to help ensure that policy is informed by trusted research.
More from Professor Keith on this topicπŸ”— journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

26.02.2026 15:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Asylum hotel numbers remain high as asylum processing cuts one backlog, but increases another - Migration Observatory

Read the full analysis from The Migration Observatory ⬇️
migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk/press/asylum...

26.02.2026 14:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Home Office has released new statistics on immigration to the UK.

But what do these new figures tell us beyond the data?

Dr Peter William Walsh, Senior Research at @migobs.bsky.social – an initiative based at COMPAS – shares his three key takeaways.

26.02.2026 14:30 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Following Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe’s comments about levels of immigration to the UK, which drew widespread criticism, @cvar-sil.bsky.social reflects on the economics of migration, mobility, and football.

⚽ Read the blog: www.compas.ox.ac.uk/article/a-co...

24.02.2026 14:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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253. The truth about immigration - who is coming and who is leaving? Spotify video

Our director @msumption.bsky.social went on the Rest is Money to talk about her new book plus how migration affects public finances, employers, and UK workers. Catch up here open.spotify.com/episode/3dqC...

23.02.2026 10:50 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why did Bad Bunny’s recent Super Bowl performance, despite its message of unity, generate significant political debate?

How can music challenge, reshape, and even revolutionise the political status quo?

Our experts explore these questions in our latest blog:
πŸ”— www.compas.ox.ac.uk/article/bad-...

20.02.2026 09:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What is immigration policy for?

@msumption.bsky.social of @migobs.bsky.social explores this question ahead of the launch of her book.

Pre-order Madeleine’s book using the code FEB26 for 25% off. Offer ends 20 Feb.

πŸ”—https://www.waterstones.com/campaign/february-pre-order-offer #WPreorder

18.02.2026 12:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
The Politics of Immigration and Exclusion | COMPAS

πŸ“Œ Online and in person at St Antony’s College, Oxford
⏰ Thursday 19 Feb, 3:45–5:00 PM (GMT)
🌍 Free and open to all
πŸ”— www.compas.ox.ac.uk/event/the-po...

17.02.2026 08:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Poster depicting event information

Coined in 2017, femonationalism refers to the instrumentalisation of feminist language to further radical right ideologies.

Join our public seminar where @katharinalawall.bsky.social will explain how different types of counter speech can challenge femonationalism.

17.02.2026 08:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

🚨 One day left to apply to feature on Oxford’s leading podcast on migration.

Rob McNeil, co-host of the Migration Oxford podcast, shares how you can submit your application below ⬇️

12.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The number of refugees who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in England has soared. Speaking to BBC News about how to approach this concerning trend @jacquibroadhead.bsky.social said a long-term reimagining of asylum policies may be required.

πŸ”—https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy9y3n43192o

06.02.2026 10:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Poster with text: The Politics of Immigration and Exclusion
Seminar: Racism without racists: Colour-blind ideology in post-Brexit Britain

Poster with text: The Politics of Immigration and Exclusion Seminar: Racism without racists: Colour-blind ideology in post-Brexit Britain

How do attitudes towards race and ethnicity shape political views in Britain?

Join us on 05 Feb at 15.45 (GMT) as
@profsob.bsky.social explores this topic, with a focus on racial colour blindness in post-Brexit Britain.

Attendance is free and open to all
πŸ”— www.compas.ox.ac.uk/event/the-po...

03.02.2026 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
Call for pitches: Oxford Migration Podcast 2026 | COMPAS

πŸ”— Apply: www.compas.ox.ac.uk/article/call...

29.01.2026 10:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Are you a researcher interested in shaping how migration is understood?

πŸŽ™οΈ If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your pitch by 13 Feb for a chance to feature on Oxford’s leading podcast on migration.

Rob McNeil, co-host of the Migration Oxford podcast, explains how to apply ⬇️

29.01.2026 10:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
The Politics of Immigration and Exclusion | COMPAS

Register for future seminars: www.compas.ox.ac.uk/event/the-po...

Colour-blind ideology in post-Brexit Britain | πŸ—“οΈ 5 Feb

Facts against femonationalism: How to stop radical right normalisation | πŸ—“οΈ 19 Feb

Housing, childcare, and employment: How discrimination compounds inequality | πŸ—“οΈ 5 March

27.01.2026 09:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two academics lead a seminar

It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout for the first event in our 'Politics of Immigration and Exclusion' seminar series, where @turnbulldugarte.com explored the impact of social democratic parties accommodating radical right positions on immigration.

27.01.2026 09:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Huge congratulations to former DPhil student @lena-rose22.bsky.social on the publication of her first book, Palestinian Evangelicals and Global Evangelicalism, based on her doctoral work at COMPAS.

πŸ“–πŸ”— academic.oup.com/book/61650

26.01.2026 15:16 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Featuring expert speakers Maria Elena HernΓ‘ndez (Danish Refugee Council), Mara Tissera Luna (Georgetown University), and Abril RΓ­os-Rivera (Oxford DPhil student) Hosted by @jacquibroadhead.bsky.social and @oncegingerboy.bsky.social.

21.01.2026 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ™οΈ New on the Migration Oxford podcast: People on the Move in Mexico.

Mexico reflects the growing complexity of migration in the modern world and inequality across borders.

🎧 Listen for a discussion about the politics of migration across the continent and within Mexico.

21.01.2026 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Across Europe, social democratic parties are increasingly adopting restrictive immigration rhetoric in response to the electoral success of radical right parties.

Join Dr Stuart J. Turnbull-Dugarte this Thursday, 22 January, to learn more about this trend. The seminar is free and open to all. ⬇️

20.01.2026 12:53 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
The Politics of Immigration and Exclusion | COMPAS

πŸ”—https://www.compas.ox.ac.uk/event/the-politics-of-immigration-and-exclusion Register: www.compas.ox.ac.uk/event/the-po...

20.01.2026 09:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

www.ox.ac.uk/news/feature...

16.01.2026 10:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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US intervention in Venezuela marks a critical moment for one of the world’s largest displaced populations.

πŸ’­ DPhil student Alessandra Enrico offers insight into what may come next for displaced Venezuelans.

πŸ”—https://www.ox.ac.uk/news/features/what-us-intervention-could-mean-displaced-venezuelans

16.01.2026 10:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Don't miss these fiction and non-fiction recommendations on the topic of #migration from members of @compasoxford.bsky.social @oxford-anthro.bsky.social πŸ“š #SSDConnections

15.01.2026 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Have you recently published research that could help shape how migration is understood? πŸŽ™οΈ

If so, we would love to hear your pitch for a slot on the Migration Oxford Podcast.

πŸ“…Submit your pitch byβ€―13 Februaryβ€―2026β€―to be considered.

www.compas.ox.ac.uk/article/call...

13.01.2026 09:12 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Register to our upcoming seminar series, where speakers will explore the causes and consequences of the changing debate on immigration across Europe.

πŸ“Œ Online & in person (Oxford)
⏰ Thursdays, 3:45–5:00 PM (GMT)
🌍 Free & open to all
πŸ”— zoom.us/meeting/regi...

06.01.2026 09:41 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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How welcoming are UK cities for newcomers? What does it mean for a city to be genuinely welcoming? How can cities foster inclusive attitudes and how do local policies and practices shape the experiences of those who have newly arrived? Is opti...

🎧 NEW podcast β€˜How welcoming are UK cities for newcomers?
Jacqueline Broadhead @compasoxford.bsky.social highlights that creating welcoming, inclusive cities is not simply an ideal; it is essential for the future of increasingly diverse urban spaces.
Listen now: podcasts.ox.ac.uk/how-welcomin...

19.12.2025 16:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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To mark #InternationalMigrantsDay, our colleagues, affiliates, and students reflect on the books that have enriched their understanding of migration in 2025 πŸ“–

πŸ”— Access the full list of recommendations: www.compas.ox.ac.uk/article/comp...

18.12.2025 13:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

It’s International Migrants Day, a good time to highlight our free Reporting Migration course for journalists and those working on migration in the UK, developed with NCTJ and the Open University: www.nctj.com/cpd-courses/... - offering a grounding in history, law, policy and data.

18.12.2025 12:24 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0