CMRS is a multidisciplinary regional center of graduate education, research, and outreach on international Migration at the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP).
It works on establishing linkages between education and research by building the capacity of students and young researchers to create a pool of qualified researchers and practitioners in refugee and migration from the region.
CMRS News
CMRS joined the International Migration, Integration, and Social Cohesion in Europe (IMISCOE) network
The Center for Migration and Refugee Studies (CMRS) at the American University in Cairo (AUC) is delighted to announce that it joined the International Migration, Integration, and Social Cohesion in Europe (IMISCOE) network on March 17, 2022.
Programs Offered
CMRS offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Migration and Refugee Studies as well as a Graduate Diploma in the same field. Both are interdisciplinary programs that provide graduates with critical knowledge, research methods, and analytical skills on current theoretical, legal, political, economic, sociological, demographic, and psychosocial issues in the fields of migration and refugee studies.
The knowledge and skills acquired may be applied in careers within institutions such as governmental, non-governmental, and international agencies, as well as universities, research organizations, and private corporations dealing with the multitude of issues connected with migration and refugee movements.
Master of Arts in Migration and Refugee Studies (MA)
Graduate Diploma in Migration and Refugees Studies
Research
CMRS produces and disseminates important research results that contribute to
building knowledge on migration and refugee issues, supporting policy-making and
contribute to the debate on international mobility. The findings of
CMRS’ research projects are regularly published in the framework of the series
Cairo Studies on Migration and Refugees
Cairo Studies on Migration and Refugees
The center tackles all issues concerning migrants and refugees in the region and beyond paying particular attention to emerging issues in the field. Given the geographical location of the center and most migratory movements take place between southern countries, the center pays particular attention to issues concerning south-south migration.
Mixed Migration Network of Scholars
With funding from the International Organization for Migration, CMRS is bringing together scholars from the MENA region to form an academic network on mixed migration issues. Within the framework of the network, a number of policy briefs are produced on issues related to mixed migration with the hope of informing policy in the region.
The Egyptian Migration Hub (EHUB)
CMRS established the first hub on Egyptian migration. The hub is bringing together Egyptian policymakers, Egyptian and international practitioners in the field of international migration, journalists, and academics to share experiences, build confidence, and form a common baseline of understanding of the context and the policy options available. The hub was officially launched in June, 2022 and funded by the European Commission.
CMRS Specialized Training
Trainings for Researchers and practitioners
Training for Migrants and Refugees
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Contact Us
AUC New Cairo
Center for Migration and Refugee Studies
Research Centers Building, Second Floor
P.O. Box 74, New Cairo 11835, Egypt
AUC Tahrir Square
Center for Migration and Refugee Studies
Outreach Projects, Hill House, Fifth Floor, Room 507
AUC Tahrir Square,113 Kasr El Aini
P.O. Box 2511,Cairo 11511, Egypt