Policy report
English
2026
From emergency solidarity to sustainable inclusion
A comparative policy report on the implementation of the EU Temporary Protection Directive in Poland and Italy, focused on the shift from emergency solidarity to sustainable inclusion.
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About this publication
Strategic area
Democratic engagement
Strategic area
Democratic engagement
Primary topic
Policy & governance
Publication year
2026
Geographic focus
Poland · Italy · EU
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Summary
This research examines how displaced Ukrainians access mental health and psychosocial support in three Dutch regions. It highlights regional coordination gaps, informal support structures, and barriers that affect continuity of care.
Key findings
01
Poland and Italy implemented temporary protection through different legal, welfare, and governance arrangements.
02
Emergency reception measures created short-term access but did not automatically produce sustainable inclusion.
03
Labour market, housing, education, and healthcare integration depend on national and regional institutional capacity.
04
Long-term planning is needed as temporary protection becomes a prolonged policy reality.
Why this matter
The report helps policymakers compare national responses and identify which governance choices support more sustainable protection and inclusion.
Methodology summary
The report is based on comparative policy analysis of Temporary Protection Directive implementation in Poland and Italy, supported by project research and contextual analysis.
Data scope
Comparative policy analysis · Poland · Italy · EU Temporary Protection Directive · February 2026
About this publication
Strategic area
Democratic engagement
Primary topic
Policy & governance
Country / region
Poland · Italy · EU
Publication year
2026
Language
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Download research
About this publication
Strategic area
Democratic engagement
Primary topic
Policy & governance
Country / region
Poland · Italy · EU
Publication year
2026
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Temporary protection
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