The International Metropolis Project aims to strengthen research, policy and practice on issues related to migration, including migration flows and their management, integration, and diversity. Its activities include conferences, publications and co-ordinated exchanges that encourage dialogue, analysis and innovative approaches to migration-related policy at all levels of government.

The Metropolis network brings together people from a range of backgrounds and disciplines, with members from more than 20 countries and international organizations who share a vision of interconnectivity among migration research, policy, and practice.

The International Metropolis Project is committed to collaboration between countries and, in particular, between those in the research, policy and community sectors. The work of the Metropolis Project demonstrates this commitment and is, in large part, the reason for its success.

Through its various initiatives, the Metropolis Project supports the development of policy that is based on solid research, informed thought and a keen understanding of the issues.

The 2005 Conference marks the 10th anniversary of the International Metropolis Project.