Refugees, migrants, and development

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This scholarly work significantly contributes to the fields of history, theory, and policy, making it essential for a broad audience. The connection between migration and development has gained prominence in international discussions, particularly through the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD). Saskia Koppenberg offers a thorough analysis of the GFMD, revealing the theories underpinning its key topics while identifying overlooked perspectives. She examines the types of migrants addressed, the prevailing development approaches, and the intended beneficiaries, making the GFMD relevant to both academic and public discourse. As the GFMD's two-year assessment process concludes in 2012, her study provides valuable recommendations for enhancing its effectiveness. Koppenberg also explores other global dialogues, such as the UNHCR-led discussion on Targeting Development Assistance, which connects forced migration to development. This analysis underscores the exclusion of forced migrants from the GFMD agenda, despite their recognized potential as development agents. By comparing the themes and theories linking migration and forced migration to development, she introduces a migrant-centered approach that emphasizes migrants' agency. Ultimately, Koppenberg advocates for a broader migration and development agenda that incorporates marginalized perspectives, ensuring a more effective dialogue that prioritizes migrants' well-be