We are looking for a researcher for an international project entitled ‘Dignity For Irregular Migrants in EU Farm2Fork Labour Markets’ (DIGNITYFIRM). This is an international research project funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme (HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions, ‘HORIZON-CL2-2022-TRANSFORMATIONS-01-03: Research and Innovation Actions’). DIGNITYFIRM is implemented by a consortium of 10 institutions, including, in addition to the University of Warsaw: Radboud University in Nijmegen (Coordinator), European Policy Centre, Forum Internazionale Ed Europeo Di Ricerche Sull'immigrazione, Barcelona Centre for International Affairs, Bielefeld University, Coalizione Italiana Per Le Libertae I Diritti E Civili (Cild), Platform For International Cooperation On Undocumented Migrants Asbl, Ibn Zohr University in Agadir, and the NGO ‘Europe Without Barriers’. The project aims to improve the situation of migrants experiencing (multiple) irregularities in five selected European Union Member States (EUMS) and two associated countries (AC), promoting safe and healthy working conditions.

The project team focuses on workers in the food supply chain, addressing their exclusion despite the important social contribution of their work. Through comprehensive qualitative and quantitative research and a contextual approach, we aim to understand both current and upcoming challenges. 

The findings will be used to develop tools and strategies to bridge the gap between policy aspirations and the difficult reality of migrant workers experiencing irregular status. The project will result in concrete proposals for solutions to ensure that migrant workers have access to rights and services, while promoting the well-being of host communities.