www.mihub.eu Page | 9 •Strengthen collaboration between national and local authorities, civil society, and migrant-led organizations. •Ensure that migrant voices are part of decision-making processes—not just as beneficiaries, but as active citizens. •Address misinformation and fear through awareness campaigns and intercultural dialogue. The opportunities are real. Cyprus has access to European funds, tested models, and growing expertise in integration. The political will has been declared; the tools are available. What’s needed now is sustained, collective action—action that includes the voices of migrants themselves as co-designers of our common future. So, what can you do today? •As an individual: This week, learn to say 'hello' and 'thank you' in Arabic, Urdu, or another language you hear in your neighborhood. Use these words when you meet someone; you'll be surprised how much a simple greeting in someone's native language means to them. •As a community member: Attend an intercultural event this month. Many are organised by municipalities and local organisations—check your local council's website or social media. •As a citizen: The next time you hear someone repeat a stereotype about migrants, politely share a fact instead. Ask your local representatives what specific integration support exists in your area. Each act matters. Each voice counts. Because in the end, the real question is not whether Cyprus can host diversity, but whether it can thrive in it.
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