As a flagship product of the European Migration Network (EMN) since 2010, the EMN Glossary offers reliable and verified translations for terms and definitions related to migration and asylum, accessible to all interested stakeholders.
The EMN Glossary updates will ensure full alignment with terminology related to the implementation of the Pact on Migration and Asylum, including considerations of the external dimension, while also addressing the operational needs of field practitioners
The EMN Glossary is a result of a consultative and collaborative effort with experts from various EMN National Contact Points (NCPs) and key EU bodies, including the European Commission, the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA), the Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA), the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex), and EU Council institutions, as well as international organisations, such as United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and International Organization for Migration (IOM).
With a constantly growing repository of terms, now featuring 540 up-to-date concepts, the new EMN Glossary is available through multiple user-friendly formats.
Enhanced accessibility via the EMN website
The new and updated EMN Glossary is now accessible online via the EMN central and national websites, providing streamlined access to migration and asylum terminology. Enhanced functionalities enable easier updates and translations into national languages, and the integration of the European Commission's eTranslation tool makes it more accessible, particularly for languages that do not have a full verified translation.
Additionally, the EMN website retains its existing search functionalities, including an alphabetical search for quickly locating terms by their first letter, a thematic search for exploring broader subject areas, and a full-text search that enables users to search across all glossary terms, definitions, notes, and synonyms.
New content and features on the EMN Glossary app
The redesigned EMN Glossary app provides convenient access to terms translated into 27 European languages, with browsable definitions in English, Finnish, German, Greek, Italian and Latvian. The app now introduces several enhancements, including the addition of a French-language version, and translations of terms into Georgian, Ukrainian, and Armenian. These updates support the growing number of EMN Observer Countries and expand the EMN Glossary’s reach.
Moreover, a distinguishing feature of the EMN Glossary app is its offline accessibility, enabling users to consult the EMN Glossary without an internet connection. This is particularly valuable for officials working in hotspots, border areas, or resettlement missions, where access to reliable Wi-Fi access may be limited.
With updated content, enhanced accessibility, and innovative features across both the website and the redesigned app, the EMN Glossary is an essential tool for anyone working in migration and asylum or for those seeking to stay informed about the latest developments in the field. Explore it on the EMN website or download the app on Android and iOS