At home in Europe? Muslims in EU cities [WP1006]

This conference discussed the following points:

• What are the challenges facing municipal and national authorities regarding the integration of Muslim communities and individuals?
• What are the obstacles to effective integration and what are the examples of good practice?
•  How to ensure equal rights in a climate of growing social, political and economic tensions?
• To what extent are Muslims consulted and involved in key decision making? How can this be enhanced?
• What are the barriers which restrict access to services such as housing, health, education and the labour market?
• How do Muslims view themselves within their communities, countries and the EU?
• What is the relationship between Muslims and the criminal justice system?
• What is the impact of current anti-terror legislation?
• What influence does the media have on community perceptions?