A/72/173 recognition of skills and qualifications, thereby facilitating the social and economic integration of all migrants Goal 7. Protect all migrants from all forms of discrimination and violence, including racism, xenophobia, sexual and gender-based violence and hate speech Rationale 69. Mobility and diversity are already and will increasingly be the hallmark of contemporary societies, especially in dynamic urban areas which welcome most of the world’s migration. Often at opposite ends of the social spectrum, the arts community and the business community know that diversity and mobility contribute to the dissemination of creativity, innovation, ideas and know -how and to the production of wealth. 70. The view and labelling of migrants as illegal is counterproductive and is not supported by international law. Although migrants who arrive in countries of destination without documents may be considered to be in an irregular situation, undocumented or unauthorized, they have not committed a criminal act. A human being cannot be intrinsically illegal, and naming anyone as such dehumanizes that person. Characterizing undocumented migrants as illegal has undoubtedly legitimized policies that contradict human rights guarantees, such as criminalization and prolonged detention. It has also had an impact on the general public’s perception of migrants and contributed to xenophobia, discrimination and violence. 71. A fundamental shift in how migration is framed is therefore required, in both actions and words. Many of the intersecting and negative perceptions of migrants and migration that have pervaded public debates, policies and politics must be challenged. Appropriate language, precise data and policies that promote respect for and the acceptance of cultural diversity will favour the inclusion of migrants, facilitate their integration and increase their contribution to development. 72. Mobility and diversity create complex issues that require sophisticated policies, a long-term vision, targeted investments and nuanced discourses. Unt il now, with a few exceptions, those requirements have not been met, even though strong integration policies, efficient equality and anti -discrimination mechanisms, the vigorous countering of hate speech, access to justice for all and the promotion of diversity at all levels are urgently needed in order to ensure that migrants become active citizens. Targets 22/26 7.1 Monitor inequalities and discrimination against migrants by establishing and enforcing a policy-specific time frame for the reduction of such acts in laws, policies and practices 7.2 Prohibit by law acts of violence and manifestations and expressions of r acism, discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance against migrants to ensure the protection of migrants and guarantee their access to means of recourse, redress and remedy 7.3 Establish at all levels of government, including that of municipal autho rities, inclusive institutions, policies and practices that recognize and value all forms of diversity 7.4 Incorporate diversity, whether of origin, transit or destination, into the national narrative of all countries 7.5 Develop and implement campaigns at the national and global levels to counter xenophobia, discrimination, racism and violence against all migrants 17-12223