UN Human Rights is mandated to promote and protect the enjoyment and full realization, by all people, of all rights. Given the impact of harmful narratives in the context of migration, UN Human Rights believes there is a compelling need to shift the narrative on migrants and migration from one of hate and exclusion to one that celebrates what we have in common and paints a hopeful picture of the future we share. UN Human Rights recognizes that shifting narratives is a key element to achieving positive change and ensuring all migrants can enjoy their human rights.

UN Human Rights has developed this toolbox to offer ideas, actions and inspiration on how to make this shift. The step-by-step guide is based on the Seven Key Elements on Building Human Rights-Based Narratives on Migrants and Migration, and the experiences of our partners, whose research, efforts and engagement contributed to the content of these resources.

This toolbox is for people working on migration-related issues, but ultimately, for everyone who wants to see a change and play a role in countering harmful narratives. It is UN Human Rights’ hope that many of you will join us to shift narratives on migration and stand up for migrants’ rights.