An assembly motion calling on MLAs to recognise the positive contributions of migrants in NI is to be debated on Monday.
Alliance's Anna Lo is behind the motion which also urges a review of the Migrant Workers Strategy and the return of the Racial Equality Forum.
Ms Lo said it was important all MLAs united to send out a strong message that Northern Ireland is "anti-racism".
She said it was "simply not enough just to condemn racist attacks".
"This motion will give every MLA the chance to say migrants have a place in the centre of our society," she added.
"They contribute so much to Northern Ireland both in terms of strengthening our economy but also by providing rich cultural influences.
"I am also calling for the Stormont Executive to review the Migrant Workers Strategy and re-establish the Racial Equality Forum. continues here
Alliance's Anna Lo is behind the motion which also urges a review of the Migrant Workers Strategy and the return of the Racial Equality Forum.
Ms Lo said it was important all MLAs united to send out a strong message that Northern Ireland is "anti-racism".
She said it was "simply not enough just to condemn racist attacks".
"This motion will give every MLA the chance to say migrants have a place in the centre of our society," she added.
"They contribute so much to Northern Ireland both in terms of strengthening our economy but also by providing rich cultural influences.
"I am also calling for the Stormont Executive to review the Migrant Workers Strategy and re-establish the Racial Equality Forum. continues here
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