The AMIL project (Alliance of Multi-stakeholders for Migrants’ Integration and Labour) is a comprehensive initiative designed to empower migrants by facilitating their entry into the labour market through targeted interventions. At the heart of the project is the integration of language learning with structured professional orientation, based on the belief that integration begins with communication and is achieved through employment access.
Language and professional skills: a holistic approach to integration
A key component of AMIL is the delivery of A1–A2 level language courses, paired with tailored professional orientation support. These courses are aimed at asylum seekers, recognised refugees, holders of subsidiary protection, and unaccompanied minors, ensuring inclusive and tailored responses to a diverse migrant population across various territories.
The language curriculum goes beyond basic competence, focusing on real-life work-related scenarios. to equip participants with the communication skills needed for interviews, workplace interactions, and career development. The lessons include technical vocabulary and practical simulations, preparing learners both linguistically and in terms of understanding professional dynamics.
Equally important is the professional orientation module, offering guidance on the local labour market, workers’ rights, employment opportunities, and essential soft skills for workplace integration. This holistic approach promotes not only language proficiency, but also self-efficacy and the ability to make informed decisions about one’s professional future.
Small groups and welcoming environments
Courses are held in small, in-person groups to encourage active engagement, peer support, and personalised attention. Lessons take place in accessible and welcoming spaces, reducing logistical barriers and fostering a sense of belonging and community among participants.
A replicable model for migrant integration
The integrated AMIL model, combining language teaching and professional orientation, offers a scalable and replicable framework for migrant integration. By simultaneously addressing communication and professional development needs, the project supports migrants on a journey from survival to social, economic, and professional autonomy.
