Supporting migrant women in Belgium

Across Belgium, migrant women face significant challenges when attempting to participate in society fully. High unemployment, language barriers, non-recognition of qualifications, and lack of childcare options are just some of the obstacles that slow down or prevent their inclusion.

At ELISIA Europe, we believe every woman deserves access to opportunity, regardless of her country of origin.

What Challenges Do Migrant Women in Belgium Face?

Unemployment: Migrant women have a much higher jobless rate than Belgian-born women.

Language barriers: Lack of flexible and affordable language courses makes daily life harder.

Recognition of qualifications: Skills and diplomas from abroad are often not accepted.

Access to childcare: Many mothers are unable to study or work due to the limited availability of childcare support.

Discrimination: Migrant women face multiple forms of bias as women, migrants, and minorities.

Elisia Europe aligns its mission with the EU Action Plan on Integration and Inclusion 2021–2027. This strategic plan promotes fair access to:

Education and language learning

Employment and skills recognition

Health services and housing

Non-discrimination and equal opportunities

The Action Plan highlights the specific needs of migrant women and calls for stronger local efforts across EU member states, including Belgium.*

What Elisia Europe Stands For

We are a young NGO based in Belgium, working to raise awareness, connect communities, and advocate for inclusive policies that benefit migrant women.

While we are just starting out, our focus is clear:

• Inform migrant women about their rights and opportunities

• Build local partnerships and collaborations

• Support EU efforts for fair and inclusive integration

 Stay Connected

Are you a migrant woman living in Belgium?
Would you like to learn more about integration rights, resources, or upcoming events?

Get in touch with us. Together, we can build a more inclusive Belgium — where migrant women thrive, not just survive

Email: contact@elisiaeurope.org

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* European Commission. (2020). Action Plan on Integration and Inclusion 2021–2027 (COM(2020) 758 final). Retrieved from https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A52020DC0758