Adressing Heathcare Migration in Lampedusa, Italy
Lampedusa, a small Italian island situated between Tunisia and Sicily, has become a focal point for migration to the European Union. Despite its modest population of 6,000, the island saw over 100,000 migrants arrive by boat from Tunisia and Libya in 2023. Lampedusa’s identity has been significantly shaped by EU migration policies, which often make these journeys perilous, leading to tragic losses at sea. This situation is largely due to the fact that people arrive in rather dire conditions. Consequently, as part of the WELDI project, the city organized the 6th transnational meeting focused on health-related issues to enhance community well-being.