Center for International Migration (CIMI)

CIMI is a NGO with three professional staff and a professional Board. CIMI operates in partnership with governmental and non-governmental agencies. Partnerships include the International Organization for Migration (IOM); the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR); the Center for International Cooperation (MASHAV), of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and other international organizations. CIMI receives an annual 25,000 USD grant from the American Jewish Joint distribution Committee. In 2009, most funding will come from a 625,000 EUR capcity building program funded by the EC. CIMI also generates income through consultancies in several European countries (e.g. Serbia and Moldova). CIMI contributes to project development, in its fields of expertise, and furthers knowledge exchange and the application of good practices around the world. CIMI maintains a roster of associated Israeli experts in the fields of Immigrant Integration and Diaspora-Homeland relations. CIMI can mobilize this expertise for policy advice, program development, and research purposes. Activities include courses, workshops, study visits, and consultations on policy and program development. In addition, CIMI draws upon international expertise to address challenges of international migration confronting Israel, such as refugees, foreign workers and trafficking in persons.