Access to accurate migration data and statistics is essential for promoting fact-based reporting on migration in the media. Media professionals have the potential to be effective amplifiers of humane, timely, and accurate information. However, engaging them in the dissemination of migration data is often challenging as migration data is often scattered across different platforms and there is little information on how to navigate those resources.     

One of the common issues is the disconnect between migration statistics and the "human story." Data is often presented in isolation without relevant context, caveats or evidence. To develop compelling migration narratives, it is crucial to bridge this gap by providing media professionals with a clearer understanding of migration data, including where to find it and how to interpret it.   

The GMMA and the Global Migration Data Portal team are joining forces to support journalists, media content creators, academics and other migration experts to improve their skills in consulting, analyzing and disseminating the latest migration statistics.  

In this first webinar, Asha Manoharan, GMDAC Data Officer, will give a comprehensive overview of the key aspects of migration data including but not limited to: 

In this webinar, Data Officer Asha Manoharan will zoom in on the Portal as a key migration data platform. She will explain the main features of the Migration Data Portal including the data dashboard. The Portal offers 360-degree insights on the major migration issues worldwide.