Child Growth and Refugee Status: Evidence from Syrian Migrants in Turkey

Demirci, Murat; Foster, Andrew D.; Kïrdar, Murat G.

doi:10.2139/ssrn.4308498

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“…Moreover, children born in Syria have a forced migration history in early period of their life. Demirci et al (2022) reported the association between country of birth and anthropometric outcomes for Syrian refugee children, supporting our finding.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 90%

“…Thus, the variables available in the dataset, namely mothers' age, education level, employment status, nutritional status, as well as the number of children, birth interval, sex, age, gestational age at delivery, and birth order and multiple birth status of the children, were included in the analysis. A recent comparative study targeting Syrian refugee children and natives in Türkiye presents the effect of being born in origin country on stunting (Demirci et al, 2022). Accordingly, place of birth of refugee children was considered in this study by employing country, region, and type of place of birth for children in the models in addition to other environmental features such as access to safe water and sanitation, and smoking status of mother.…”

Section: Statistical Techniquesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Impact of financial assistance on stunting: Syrian refugee children under 5 in Türkiye

Ay Kesgin,

Saraç,

Grede

et al. 2024

J. Biosoc. Sci.

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Despite the global decrease over the last two decades, stunting, also called ‘chronic malnutrition’, remains a public health issue affecting almost 150 million children under the age of 5 years globally. Defined by height-for-age, stunting is the consequence of poor nutrition, repeated infection, and inadequate psychosocial stimulation. Programmes and policies target undernutrition globally, and humanitarian and development actors invest great efforts to prevent stunting. This study uses multivariate analysis to examine the impact of financial assistance on the reduction of stunting in a refugee context, focusing on Syrian refugee children under the age of 5 years in Türkiye. Using a unique dataset, the 2018 Turkey Demographic and Health Survey Syrian Migrant Sample (2018 TDHS-SR), the findings indicate that financial assistance significantly reduces the incidence of stunting among refugee children under the control of economic, mother and children, environmental, health-related and nutritional and breastfeeding characteristics. However, having household members generate income is found to be another stronger predictor to reduce stunting. The paper also argues that the nutritional well-being of refugee children might improve if forced migration occurs towards a stable host country/region. In addition, adaptation over time also seems to have a positive influence.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 90%

Section: Statistical Techniquesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Impact of financial assistance on stunting: Syrian refugee children under 5 in Türkiye

Ay Kesgin,

Saraç,

Grede

et al. 2024

J. Biosoc. Sci.

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Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The refugees interviewed mentioned having access to free health care, as those registered under temporary protection can avail themselves of services provided by public hospitals (ECRE, 2023). For example, Demirci et al (2022) found that access to health services for birth and vaccination does not significantly differ between natives and Syrians in Tu ¨rkiye. While some employers are not ready to offer them a work permit, some refugees also choose to work informally, as that condition still gives them access to basic health services and better income.…”

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Caught in crises: Syrian refugees in Türkiye’s labor market

Mohammed

2024

IJMHSC

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Purpose This study aims to analyze the factors driving Syrian refugees into the informal labor market in Türkiye despite the existence of regulations and programs to facilitate their integration into the formal labor market. Design/methodology/approach This study presents results from a literature review of secondary sources and primary data collection through semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders and Syrian refugees. Findings The study shows that the implementation of policies and programs to boost formal employment among refugees has yielded limited results. Many refugees continue to operate within the informal economy. This informality is due to various socio-economic challenges, including anti-refugee sentiments, geographical restrictions and economic crises. The 2023 twin earthquakes have further exacerbated the vulnerable situation of refugees, intensifying the difficulty of achieving self-reliance. Research limitations/implications The study’s drawbacks include a small sample size. This implies that the sample is not representative; therefore, results may lack generalizability. Practical implications The study’s findings could stimulate greater engagement in public policy, facilitate the management of public perceptions regarding refugees and provide support to the private sector, all to enhance the integration of Syrian refugees into the formal labor market. Originality/value This study addresses crucial areas previously unexplored, including the impact of economic and natural disaster crises on the labor market integration of refugees. To the best of the author’s knowledge, by investigating these factors for the first time, this study offers novel insights into their influence on refugees’ labor market integration.

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Child Growth and Refugee Status: Evidence from Syrian Migrants in Turkey

Cited by 2 publications

References 24 publications

Impact of financial assistance on stunting: Syrian refugee children under 5 in Türkiye

Impact of financial assistance on stunting: Syrian refugee children under 5 in Türkiye

Caught in crises: Syrian refugees in Türkiye’s labor market

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