On 3 October 2024, the Egmont Institute, in collaboration with Ukrainian Prism Europe, is hosting a public event to discuss the future of Temporary Protection (TP) status for Ukrainians after March 2026. The event aims to provide a comprehensive examination of the current TP framework and explore future pathways through the presentation of a Ukrainian Prism Europe policy paper on this matter, followed by a panel discussion. The discussion will bring together experts, policymakers, civil society representatives and the public to explore strategies to ensure the continued support and integration of Ukrainians in the EU or to facilitate their voluntary return to Ukraine.

With the Council’s decision in June to extend TP status until March 2026, the need to develop sustainable and long-term solutions for Ukrainians remains critical. The panel discussion will focus on policy recommendations, implementation strategies and the role of different stakeholders in shaping the future of TP status.

Programme

17:00 – 17:10 – Opening remarks

•       Pol De Witte, Director-General of the Egmont Institute

17:10 – 17:20 – Presentation of policy paper: ?“Looking Beyond Temporary Protection Status for Ukrainians in the EU: State of play, scenarios and recommendations”

• Maryna Yaroshevych, Deputy Director of Foreign Policy Council “Ukrainian Prism Europe”

17:20 – 18:10 – Expert Panel

• Oksana Diakun, Deputy Head of the Mission of Ukraine to the European Union and the European Atomic Energy Community
• Petras Auštrevicius,  Member of the European Parliament
• Nacira Boulehouat, Head of Unit for Migration Management Coordination, DG HOME, European Commision
• Dirk Deprez, Country Director in Ukraine, Enabel

18:10 – Conclusions and Q&A Session

This event is in-person only and will take place on Thursday, 3 October 2024 at the Club Prince Albert from 17.00 to 18.30. 

Kindly find below the registration link for the event. Confirmation of registration will follow in the days leading up to the event.

We eagerly await your participation.