This document discusses introductory and language courses as part of integration policy in Flanders, which is a multi-level governance issue. Integration policy in Flanders has two phases - inburgering for newcomers and integratie for longer-term integration. Inburgering includes an introductory program coordinated by welcome offices consisting of Dutch language training, social orientation, and career guidance. The program aims to encourage social participation. Integration is a partnership between various authorities at the federal, Flemish, and local levels.