Quantitative Methodological Dilemmas in Urban Refugee Research: A Case Study of Johannesburg

Vigneswaran, Darshan; Quirk, Joel

doi:10.1093/jrs/fes035

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“…The survey described follows a methodology type that aimed to produce a cross-sectional sample that is sufficiently representative of the diverse migration context of South Africa [ 15 , 16 , 20 ], for example, see [ 29 – 33 ]. We undertook statistical analyses similar to those of previous studies that involved a comparable, non-traditional sampling approach, including studies that were also undertaken in the absence of a probability sampling frame and involved small sample sizes [ 15 , 16 , 30 ].…”

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Exploring The Migration Profiles of Primary Healthcare Users in South Africa

Vearey¹,

Gruchy²,

Kamndaya³

et al. 2016

J Immigrant Minority Health

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South Africa’s public healthcare system responses seldom engage with migration. Our exploratory study investigates migration profiles and experiences of primary healthcare (PHC) users. A cross-sectional survey involving non-probability sampling was conducted with 229 PHC users at six purposively selected PHC clinics in three districts of SA. The survey captured socio-demographic information, migration histories, and PHC experiences. Chi square and Fischer’s exact tests were used to compare categorical variables, whilst Mann–Whitney U tests compared continuous variables between groups. Most PHC users were migrants (22% internal South African; 45% cross-border) who generally move for reasons other than healthcare seeking. Length of time accessing services at a specific clinic was shown to be key in describing experiences of PHC use. Understanding population movement is central to PHC strengthening in SA and requires improved understanding of mobility dynamics in regard to not just nationality, but also internal mobility and length of stay.

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confidence: 99%

Exploring The Migration Profiles of Primary Healthcare Users in South Africa

Vearey¹,

Gruchy²,

Kamndaya³

et al. 2016

J Immigrant Minority Health

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“…Our survey had a target population with two characteristics recognized as being among the most challenging to reach: The population is mobile and marginalized (MacDonald, 2015; Vigneswaran & Quirk, 2012). An online survey with multiple entry points provided the advantage of reaching members of this target population who are not reachable in other more geographically circumscribed way (Crush et al, 2012) and who are connected to each other in highly networked ways (Friberg & Horst, 2014; Massey, 1999).…”

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Pathways to Educational Success Among Refugees: Connecting Locally and Globally Situated Resources

Dryden‐Peterson

Dahya

Adelman

2017

American Educational Research Journal

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Biographical SketchesSarah Dryden-Peterson is an Associate Professor of Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Her research focuses on education in armed conflict and the ways in which learning, pedagogies, and relationships may alter trajectories of conflict for nation-states and individuals.Negin Dahya is an Assistant Professor at the Information School at the University of Washington. Her research explores how social and cultural contexts shape digital media production, social media participation, and technology use for girls and women.Elizabeth Adelman is an advanced doctoral candidate at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Her research explores the experiences of teachers working in conflict-affected settings and how they understand their educational, social, and emotional obligations towards their refugee students.

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“…Representativeness and possible biases have to be addressed within the context of any survey and scholars have pointed out that sampling respondents is one of the main challenges faced when carrying out surveys with refugees [ 30 , 48 ]. Some go as far as concluding that “representativity is an unachievable ideal in survey research on refugee populations” ([ 52 ], p. 110). Due to the paucity of data on refugees and asylum seekers from which to sample, surveys are usually based on non-probability techniques and mostly rely on access to refugees through community-based organizations or larger refugee NGOs [ 30 ].…”

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Human Capital, Values, and Attitudes of Persons Seeking Refuge in Austria in 2015

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Since its inception in 2010, the Arab Spring has evolved into a situation of violent conflict in many countries, leading to high levels of migration from the affected region. Given the social impact of the large number of individuals applying for asylum across Europe in 2015, it is important to study who these persons are in terms of their skills, motivations, and intentions. DiPAS (Displaced Persons in Austria Survey) aims to uncover the socio-demographic characteristics of the persons seeking refuge who arrived in Austria in 2015, mainly originating from Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan. Particular focus is on human capital, attitudes and values. This survey, the first of its kind in Austria and possibly in Europe, was carried out among adult displaced persons, mostly residing in Vienna, yielding 514 completed interviews. Information gathered on spouses and children allows for the analysis of 972 persons living in Austria, and of further 419 partners and children abroad. Results indicate that the surveyed population comprised mainly young families with children, particularly those coming from Syria and Iraq. Their educational level is high compared with the average level in their country of origin. A vast majority of respondents are Muslims, rating their religiosity at medium levels. Judging from stated attitudes towards gender equity, interviewed men seem to have more liberal attitudes than their compatriots. The majority of respondents do not intend to return to their home countries, mostly because of the perception of permanent threat. DiPAS provides data for political decision-making and the on-going societal dialogue. Its findings can help to inform assessments about the integration potential of the displaced population into the host society. In addition, the applied methodological technique and experiences during the fieldwork provide valuable insights on sampling asylum seekers and refugees in the current European context.

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Quantitative Methodological Dilemmas in Urban Refugee Research: A Case Study of Johannesburg

Cited by 27 publications

References 3 publications

Exploring The Migration Profiles of Primary Healthcare Users in South Africa

Exploring The Migration Profiles of Primary Healthcare Users in South Africa

Pathways to Educational Success Among Refugees: Connecting Locally and Globally Situated Resources

Human Capital, Values, and Attitudes of Persons Seeking Refuge in Austria in 2015

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