Migration and Diversity

Front Matter

2024-12-13

Turkish Immigrants’ Perceptions of the Polish Healthcare System

Gizem Karaköse — 2024-11-30

The experiences of migrants and refugees within the healthcare system play an important role in ensuring mutual adaptation. The questions we address focus on accessibility to healthcare, lack of trust and communication, and the social adaptation of Turkish immigrants in Poland . Turkish immigrants hold significant importance in the immigrant population of Poland, both from historical and socioeconomic-cultural perspectives. The Polish healthcare system has recently faced serious due to both the COVID-19 pandemic and pandemic and the influx of refugees. As the Turkish immigrant population expands in Poland, the importance of the position of increases, as it shapes healthcare relations among both Turkish immigrants and the general Polish population. With this research, we aim to understand the health experiences of migrants and the factors affecting these experiences, focusing on the relationship between the health system in Poland and its migrants. Our data was collected through interviews with 11 Turkish immigrants from Warsaw, Poznań, Toruń, Wrocław, and Bydgoszcz, along with participant observation in Poland. The findings point to the complex interplay of challenges and opportunities in migrants' healthcare experiences in Poland. Our data suggest that the healthcare system is one of the areas in which migrants are vulnerable in the host country, and states should focus on it to support the adaptation process.

Evaluating the Use of Humanitarian Parole as a Border Management Strategy in the United States

Eugenio Arima — 2024-11-30

The number of arrivals at the U.S.-Mexico border increased dramatically from 2021-2024. To accommodate this increased flow, the Biden administration introduced a new program that allowed migrants from ‘non-deportable’ countries - Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) - the opportunity to apply for parole while still in their home countries and arrive for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) appointments at a given port of entry, alleviating the numbers of unsolicited arrivals along the border. In this article, we analyze CBP data to assess the program's effectiveness in reducing irregular migration along the southern U.S. border. Our results show that the CHNV parole program demonstrated varying levels of success in reducing border encounters, with pronounced, long-term effects for Cuban and Nicaraguan nationals and only temporary for Venezuelan and Haitian individuals. We explore the potential causes for these different outcomes and recommend program adjustments to facilitate the growing number of individuals pursuing lawful entry into the United States.

Asylum Seekers Integration and Policies in Istanbul from The Perspective of Legal Sociology

Zeynep Özlem Üskül Engin — 2024-11-30

Türkiye, a major destination for global migration, particularly due to its proximity to conflict regions and the European Union, attracts a diverse range of migrants. Many asylum seekers, particularly in Istanbul, are not temporary, preferring the city for its job opportunities, social diversity, and relative safety. Migration to Istanbul comes from the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, creating cultural clashes, identity loss, and political tensions. This study explores how well migrants integrate into society and assesses policy responses in İstanbul. In-depth interviews were conducted with 10 Syrians about their integration, alongside consultations with 5 policy-making institutions to understand their strategies. Results show that Syrians have not fully integrated, often aiming to move to Europe, struggling with language, limited education access, and maintaining isolated communities. This study contributes to the sociology of law by analyzing migration through both legal and sociological lenses.

Migratory Movements: Dissecting the Causes and Patterns from Bihar’s Kosi Division

Rahul Kumar — 2023-11-30

This research paper endeavours to provide a comprehensive analysis of the causes and patterns underlying migratory movements in the Kosi Division of Bihar, India. The Kosi Division, characterized by its unique socio-economic and environmental landscape, has witnessed significant population shifts over the years. This study employs a multi-faceted approach, integrating economic, social, cultural, and environmental factors to unravel the complexities of migration dynamics in the region. Using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, the study analyses migration patterns from the Kosi Division, distinguishing between rural and urban shifts. In addition, the research evaluates the role of government policies in shaping migration dynamics, considering the impact of both state and national interventions. The study aims to contribute insights that could inform policy recommendations for addressing the challenges and harnessing the opportunities associated with migration in the Kosi Division. Ultimately, this analytical study seeks to provide a nuanced understanding of the intricate web of causes and patterns of migratory movements in Bihar’s Kosi Division, offering valuable insights for academia, policymakers, and development practitioners alike.