This research is divided into two main parts. Part one aims to describe what research has been conducted about the current situation of refugees in the world. To achieve this aims the review explains why there are refugees in the world and where refugees came from. Moreover, address the following questions: What is the situation in refugee camps? What is the situation of refugees living in urban areas? What are the durable solutions offered to refugees by the United Nations High commissioner for Refugee? (UNHCR)
Finally, part one concludes with a description of the situation of refugees in resettlement countries and a summary.
Part two aims to explore the current situation of refugees in New Zealand. To accomplish this second objective, the review aims to address the next four questions: How refugees are prepared for resettlement in New Zealand? What are the challenges faced by refugees when resettling in New Zealand? What role does reconciliation play in the process of integration in New Zealand? And how do refugees resign themselves to integrate in New Zealand in order to rebuild their lives and survive? Finally, this research concludes with related findings and a summary.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Conflicts that have created refugees
Researches conducted by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Life in refugee camps
Life as urban refugees
Three durable solutions for refugees offered by UNHCR
Voluntary repatriation:
Local integration:
Resettlement:
Life in resettlement countries (the third country)
Summary
PART TWO: The current situation of refugees in New Zealand
How refugees are prepared for resettlement in New Zealand.
What are the challenges faced by refugees when resettling in New Zealand?
What role does reconciliation play in the process of
integration into New Zealand?
How Do refugees resign themselves to integrate in New Zealand in order to rebuild their lives and survive?
Conclusion
References
Research Objectives and Focus Areas
This research paper explores the global refugee crisis, detailing the origins of displacement and the challenges refugees face in camps and urban environments. It further examines the durable solutions offered by the UNHCR and provides an in-depth analysis of the resettlement process and integration experiences of refugees specifically within the context of New Zealand.
- Global causes of refugee displacement and internal conflict.
- Living conditions and humanitarian challenges in refugee camps and urban settings.
- UNHCR's three durable solutions: repatriation, local integration, and resettlement.
- Challenges to integration in New Zealand, including employment and language barriers.
- The psychological impact of displacement and the role of resilience in the resettlement process.
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Conflicts that have created refugees
After World War I in 1914, the issue of refugees in Europe gets worse and took a new course. Some of the consequences that brought World War I was that some empires collapsed (Tumanova, 2012). Millions of people in Europe after World War I were forced to seek refuge in neighbouring countries (Okkenhaug, 2010). After that, came World War II in 1939, and this was much worse and more destructive than the previous war and resulted in the deaths of about 60 million people and millions more escaped from their countries to seek asylum (Nasaw, 2015; Bystrom, 2014; Connor, 2006; Frank & Reinisch, 2014; Frankl, 2014; Joskowicz, 2016).
Although there have been no more world wars since 1945, local wars have left millions of people dead and a large number of displaced (Spiegel & Ginger, 2014). Currently, there are civil wars in several parts of the globe which are creating an increasing number of refugees (Zhang & Hellmueller, 2017; Fisher, Struve, & Lemke 2002). Some of these conflicts are provoked by deep-rooted ethnic, religious and political divisions. For example, such disputes in a number of African countries have created more than 3.4 million refugees and asylum seekers in 2014 (UNHCR, Perfil de las operaciones regionales 2014 - África, 2016).
Summary of Chapters
Introduction: Outlines the two-part structure of the research, which covers global refugee situations and specific resettlement processes in New Zealand.
Conflicts that have created refugees: Details how post-WWI and WWII conflicts, along with ongoing local civil wars, have driven global displacement.
Researches conducted by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees: Describes the mandate of the UNHCR and its role as a leading authority in conducting research on refugee issues.
Life in refugee camps: Examines the harsh realities of living in refugee camps, citing specific examples such as Dadaab, Dollo Ado, and Kakuma.
Life as urban refugees: Discusses the advantages and distinct challenges faced by refugees living in urban areas, including vulnerability and employment issues.
Three durable solutions for refugees offered by UNHCR: Explains the strategies of voluntary repatriation, local integration, and resettlement as pathways to ending displacement.
Life in resettlement countries (the third country): Explores how life in industrialized nations offers better stability but presents new adjustment difficulties.
Summary: Recaps the global findings regarding displacement and the necessity of durable solutions.
PART TWO: The current situation of refugees in New Zealand: Investigates the specific challenges of resettlement, including language acquisition and cultural integration.
Keywords
Refugees, Displacement, UNHCR, Resettlement, New Zealand, Integration, Mental Health, Trauma, Employment, Human Rights, Camps, Urban Refugees, Resilience, Culture Shock, Asylum Seekers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research paper?
The paper examines the global refugee crisis, the challenges associated with displacement in camps and urban areas, and the specific integration experiences of refugees resettled in New Zealand.
What are the three durable solutions offered by the UNHCR?
The solutions provided are voluntary repatriation, local integration in the country of first asylum, and resettlement to a third country.
What is the central research question regarding New Zealand?
The research addresses how refugees are prepared for resettlement, the challenges they face, the role of reconciliation in integration, and how they rebuild their lives.
What primary methodology does the author employ?
The paper primarily utilizes a review of existing academic research, UNHCR reports, and qualitative data to analyze refugee experiences and integration outcomes.
What are the main themes covered in the discussion of New Zealand?
The key themes include pre-arrival preparation, language barriers, discrimination, the struggle for employment, and the process of reconciling with a new culture.
Which keywords define this research?
The core keywords include refugees, displacement, resettlement, integration, trauma, resilience, and employment.
Why is employment considered a critical factor for refugees in New Zealand?
Employment is vital for economic self-sufficiency, social integration, and rebuilding a sense of dignity in the host country.
What role does resilience play in the refugee experience?
Resilience is highlighted as a fundamental quality that helps refugees overcome past traumas and cultural shock, facilitating their long-term adaptation to a new society.
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- Alfredo Lopez (Autor:in), 2018, The current situation of refugees worldwide, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/489447
