Policy & governance
2026
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Comparative Policy Report: February 2026
A comparative policy report on how the EU Temporary Protection Directive has been implemented for displaced people from Ukraine in Poland and Italy.
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European Union (ESF+SI+)
Summary
This report compares the implementation of the EU Temporary Protection Directive in Poland and Italy, examining how policy design and local systems affect access to housing, employment, care, language learning and social inclusion.
Key messages
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Temporary Protection implementation differs substantially between the two countries, shaping access to rights and services.
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Housing, labour-market access, childcare and language learning remain linked barriers to sustainable inclusion.
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Local actors and NGOs are essential in translating formal rights into practical support.
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Long-term inclusion requires policy coordination beyond emergency solidarity.
Why this matters
As temporary protection evolves, comparative evidence can help policymakers build more stable, inclusive systems for displaced people from Ukraine.
Methodology summary
The report combines policy analysis, expert interviews, participatory observation and secondary-data review. It includes 13 expert interviews in Poland and Italy, observation between June and August 2025, and engagement with more than 50 displaced Ukrainians.
Data scope
Poland · Italy · European Union · 13 expert interviews · observations June–August 2025 · engagement with 50+ displaced Ukrainians
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Strategic area
Democratic engagement
Primary topic
Policy & governance
Primary country
EU
Geographic focus
Poland · Italy · European Union
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Document type
Policy report
Language
EN
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topics
Temporary protection
Policy recommendations
Institutional coordination
Housing barriers
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