Migration remains one of the most defining and complex issues in international policy discourse today. Our fellow Chisomo Banda presented her research in the AIA colloquium. She focuses in particular on young people’s perspectives on migration. While global migration discourse is often dominated by concerns about border security, irregular migration, and economic contributions, the distinct experiences and needs of young migrants appear to be neglected. Chisomos research is situated at the intersection of migration governance, youth agency, and rights-based policy approaches. In several semi-structures interviews she conducted she identified a consistent lack of awareness among young people about specific migration policies. Another critical insight that emerged is the disconnect between how migration policy is developed and how young people are expected to navigate it. Furthermore, the narratives shared by participants challenged the monolithic framing of “young migrants” in policy. Her findings underscore the need for more intersectional and context-sensitive approaches to migration policy that consider factors such as age, gender, migration status, legal precarity, and cultural identity. Chisomo will share further insights in a workshop planned for the end of September at the Academy.