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The Polish are a large migrant group in the Netherlands. They are lonelier than the locals, especially those without a partner or with a partner living abroad. Reference (van den Broek, T., & Grundy, E. (2017). Loneliness among Polish migrants in the Netherlands: The impact of presence and location of partners and offspring. Demographic Research, 37, 727-742.) #expathystats #polishexpats #expathy #expathyapp #expat #expatlife #expats #expatliving #expatfamily #expatlifestyle

🌍 Exploring Intergenerational Solidarity in Portuguese Transnational Families We’re excited to share groundbreaking research in collaboration with Jennifer McGarrigle, a RE-PLACE Team member! This study examines how migration reshapes family bonds, identifying four unique relationship types: 1️⃣ High Cohesion and Dependence 2️⃣ Full Solidarity Tested with Resilience 3️⃣ Affective and Functional Solidarity with Normative and Value Divergence 4️⃣ No Solidarity and Irreconcilable Differences 🔍 These findings emphasise the diversity and complexity of transnational family dynamics and call for culturally sensitive approaches in supporting migrant families. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/d7uG4bh7 Let’s discuss: How do migration and cultural contexts shape family bonds in your experience?

G’Day! Did you know that over 90% of immigrants who have lived in Australia for over ten years know an average of 5-6 slang words? Or that 88% will try a local custom within the first year of living there? Dealing with the local language, unique slang and particular culture only makes up for a small part of the many challenges migrants face when moving to a new country. To learn more about the topic, the Ria Australia team set out to gather more information. They conducted an in-depth survey in which some 1,000 immigrants shared their unique experiences of having to adapt to their new home. Read more on our blog about the unique set of challenges migrants face when moving to Australia: https://lnkd.in/diEnKktj #riamoneytransfer #migration #australia #slang #culture

As the notion of 'super-#diversity' encourages researchers and states to understand migrants in novel ways, this working paper demonstrates that the so-called 'LADO-test' should be driven by an understanding of language as a spatio-temporal resource, not as a stable 'resource of origin'. #migration #migrationresearch

‘Meten is weten’ - ‘To measure is to know.’ For example, it can put things in perspective to know that in 2022, 92% of people in the EU were also nationals of the country they live in. 3% were the likes of me: an EU national living in another EU member state 🇳🇱than the one I am a citizen of 🇸🇪. 5% were nationals of a non-EU country. This new interactive report “Migration and asylum in Europe – 2023” by Eurostat allows you to explore much more, as well as visualise and compare indicators on migration and asylum at EU and country level. 👇

📢 Publication Alert 📢 Excited to announce our new paper published in Migration Studies @OxfordJournal! Co-authored with the @h2020mirror team: @VerenaKBrandle @JaMoEberl, H. Boomgaarden, S. Wyatt, K. Braun, I. Metwally. In this #OpenAccess article, we analyse the interplay between forced migrants’ retrospective expectations and their current experiences in the host country, and how this interaction informs their aspirations in relation to their potential life trajectories. By zooming in on the Austrian and Italian cases derived from qualitative data, this article investigates forced migrants’ retrospective perspectives on the ‘good life’ in (imagined) Europe and their experienced-informed perspectives of the host country context—reception policies—after migration by tracing individuals’ self-reported perceptions of life aspirations over the course of their migration journey. By doing so, we demonstrate that aspirations are not only dynamic and flexible, but capabilities also change due to the structural confines of national asylum procedures. This study brings an innovative perspective to life aspirations and capabilities by showing importance of reflecting not only aspirations but also (in)capability of acting in the present which informs the process of revisiting original life aspirations for those seeking asylum. Special thanks to @LeilaHadjAbdou, anonymous reviewers, editor @gtsourapas for their insights and to all @h2020mirror collaborators and study participants who made this research possible. Universität Wien University of Bristol University of Birmingham #migration #aspirations #capabilities #Austria #Italy

In an era marked by rapid globalization, the movement of displaced migrants across borders presents both challenges and opportunities for national identity and ethnic nationalism. As professionals navigating this global landscape, it's crucial to understand the impact of such migration on the cultural and economic dynamics of our societies. The interaction between globalization and nationalism not only influences policy and business strategies but also shapes the fabric of our workplaces and communities. This conversation is essential for fostering inclusive environments that leverage the richness of diverse backgrounds while addressing the complexities of integration and cultural preservation. Let's engage in this important dialogue, sharing insights and strategies to navigate the nuanced interplay between global connectivity and national identity in our increasingly interconnected world. Written By: Dilara Şahin https://lnkd.in/dpenmue4

"Looking forward, migration policies, especially those concerning regular pathways, should seek to better reflect the objectives and aspirations of the many corners of society they touch—from businesses, to migrants and their families, to the local communities they join and those in their origin countries with which they maintain ties. This approach is essential for achieving a harmonious balance between migration strategies and societal goals." Highly recommend the excellent report produced by MPI & IOM on Regular Pathways in the Americas. 🌎 ⬇ Read the full research: Research: Building on Regular Pathways to Address .. | migrationpolicy.org

In 2023, 2.45 million people with a migration background lived in Austria, making up 27% of the total population — 35% more than in 2015. 40% of those born in Austria rate coexistence with migrants as "fairly bad" or "very bad." Compared to previous years, critical voices have notably increased. People born in Austria who have frequent contact with migrants tend to rate living together more positively than those who rarely or never interact with them. In turn, 56% of immigrants rate the coexistence between Austrians and migrants as "very good" or "rather good" and perceive it more positively than those born in Austria. It is now an undeniable and irreversible fact that Austria, especially Vienna, has become international. The best way to address this is to end the denial of "not enough foreigners to be considered" and finally accept the truth that all residents are equal. Foreigners, just like Austrians, contribute billions of euros to the country's economy. They bring high qualifications and come here in peace, with a positive attitude towards the locals. Although we might not speak German as well as native speakers, we often come with knowledge of a second or third language. The lack of German skills shouldn't be a barrier to information and to strengthening our core value as a society: community. Until recently, language skills put us at an informational disadvantage. However, since last week, The International has started to publish 4-5 free daily news articles in English, which you can find at theinternational.at or on IG @theinternational.at and stay informed. I hope this helps. If it doesn't, let me know how we can make it better.

It was quite interesting (and to a certain extent a lot of fun!) writing this blog post on how immigrants deal with culture, slang and remittances when moving to Australia. And the importance of the migrant workforce Down Under cannot be overlooked – they currently add over $330 billion to the country’s GDP, a number that's only expected to grow in the coming decades. #australia #remittances #finance