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Back to all in-depth newsInclusive society - 16.03.2023
A One-Stop-Shop for newcomers in Mechelen fosters inclusion Twenty years ago, Mechelen was suffering from one of the highest criminality rates in Belgium. Polarisation and deprivation were skyrocketing. Many middle-class families had no choice but to leave. But little by little, as local authorities implemented inclusion policies, the situation started to evolve. Nowadays, the city is a vibrant symbol of inclusivity, with over 130 nationalities living in harmony. Innovative integration programmes are still being created, implemented and constantly improved. The “Welcome application” is one of them.
When the local authorities of Mechelen reviewed their tools supporting integration processes, they realised that people tend to use their smart ...
When the local authorities of Mechelen reviewed their tools supporting integration processes, they realised that people tend to use their smart ...
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