CIVICUS discusses Spain’s moves to grant undocumented migrants formal status with Rubén Romero, coordinator of the Political Advocacy and Partnerships Department at CONVIVE Fundación Cepaim, a civil society organisation that works to create an inclusive and intercultural society that guarantees full access to rights to the most vulnerable people, particularly migrants.
The Spanish government has made an unprecedented announcement that it will grant residence and work permits to around 900,000 people living in Spain without legal documentation. This decision marks a significant departure from the restrictive policies prevalent in Europe. It shows that a humanitarian approach is possible and the recognition of migrants’ rights can form part of a response to demographic and economic challenges.
