Local Integration Program
The Programa de Integración Local (PIL) in Mexico, facilitated by the collaboration between UNHCR, the Government of Mexico, local Governments, the private sector and civil society, focuses on relocating and employing recognized refugees. The program strategically moves refugees from areas with limited opportunities to regions with greater job availability. To date, 35,000 refugees have been placed in over 600 companies, showing a remarkable 85% lower turnover among refugee employees compared to the industrial sector's average. These 35,000 participants contributed an annual sum of over 138 million pesos in taxes. Despite its success, the program faces challenges in meeting the growing demand for placements, financial inclusion, and legal caps on foreign hires. Ongoing studies with universities and research institutions, including one from Georgetown University scheduled for December, aim to provide further insights into the program's socio-economic impact.
- UNHCR
- Government of Mexico
Mexico