About us

Migrants' Rights Network (MRN)

We exist to ensure that our emerging global society recognises and embraces migration as a key component of economic progress and development, in the creation of culturally rich and diverse societies, and in the promotion of human, political, social and economic rights and gender equality"

Our Background

The need for the MRN was identified through the discussions and research undertaken by the Barrow Cadbury Trust funded project: Migrant Community Organisations in the UK. Over a period of nine months from 2005-2006 the project explored the possibility for closer collaboration between different groups working in the migration field. The project laid bare the need to establish a proper network among groups to enable them to overcome their isolation, to share information and to increase their capacity to effectively influence national policy on issues affecting them.

What we do

The MRN works to promote the rights of all migrants, regardless of where they are from, where they live and why they are here. We aim to support migrant community organisations by helping them to represent themselves more effectively at all levels. To achieve this we promote dialogue across different migrant communities to make sure that migrants can better share information and expertise, building up knowledge and skills. By delivering up-to-date policy analysis the MRN provides migrants with a tool for making strategic and informed decisions about policy and campaign priorities. In developing a dynamic and diverse network the MRN builds bridges across different sectors and interests helping to get migrants' voices heard where it matters.

Governance and Organisation

The MRN is currently governed by an interim constitution,committee and staff which will remain in place until a decision is made on how its work can be made fully accountable to organisations in its network.

The steering committee Currently consisting of 14 members, with representation from Scotland, Wales and the English regions of London, the North West, and the West Midlands. The Steering Committee oversees the work of the MRN’s staff and volunteers.

Staff members

Details of our staff members can be found on our contact us page.