The value of immigrants' human capital for labour market integration

Tibajev, Andrey

doi:10.3384/9789179291181

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“…Moreover, the conception that the responsibility for the employment and economic position of individuals rests so heavily on their investment in education leaves aside the structural and social conditions of the labour market (Tibajev 2022) that have been shown during the review. For example, migrants' education is devalued (Tibajev 2022;Farashah et al 2023). This is pointed out, for example, in studies by Carangio et al (2021); Gomes (2018);and Riaño (2021).…”

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Education and Other Factors Influencing Women Migrants’ Employability and Entrepreneurship

Pérez-Varela,

Cárdenas-Rodríguez

2024

Social Sciences

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Education is considered to be one of the most critical factors when it comes to finding work or starting a business. However, for women migrants, other factors can have an even more decisive influence, since they are starting out with the double disadvantage they face as women and migrants. This manuscript sets out to identify and analyse the individual and external factors that affect the employability and entrepreneurship of women migrants. To do this, we conducted a systematised qualitative review of recent literature. The studies analysed address different aspects of integration and employment but agree on many of the factors that hinder employability and entrepreneurship, such as traditional gender mandates, racism, socioeconomic status, the migration process, age or human capital. However, the scientific literature continues to mask the reality of women migrants who face discrimination or inequalities derived, for example, from their belonging to the LGBTQ+ collective or their functional diversity.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Education and Other Factors Influencing Women Migrants’ Employability and Entrepreneurship

Pérez-Varela,

Cárdenas-Rodríguez

2024

Social Sciences

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“…Instead, these services were in line with what officials from the Migration Board (or Employment Bureau) considered suitable for the labour market demand. Since most new residents were unfamiliar with the system, many of them only became aware of these problems after several years, which had long-term negative consequences for their integration into Swedish society despite their secure legal status (Tibajev, 2021). Only a small number of individuals from this group tried to become independent and find their own way into the new society, seeking to choose accommodation, education or employment options they believed were in their best interests.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Budući da većina novih stanovnika nije znala kako sustav funkcionira, mnogi od njih postali su svjesni tih problema tek nakon nekoliko godina. To je, dakako, ostavilo dugoročne nepovoljne posljedice na njihovu integraciju u švedsko društvo unatoč sigurnom pravnom statusu (Tibajev, 2021). S druge strane, pojedinci iz skupine s nesigurnim statusom od početka su bili prisiljeni djelovati samostalno u odnosu na navedeni institucijski okvir, a katkad i u sukobu s njim.…”

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Between Uncertainty and Integration: Exploring the Influence of Legal Precarity on Refugee Socio-Economic Integration in Sweden

Slavnić,

Obućina

2023

MET

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The importance of legal status for the integration of refugees and other migrants has long been recognised by researchers. Previous literature generally indicates that an unfavourable legal status often has adverse consequences on socio-economic integration outcomes. The aim of this article is to compare the socio-economic outcomes of two refugee groups from Bosnia-Herzegovina who came to Sweden during the 1990s. The two groups are arguably similar, with the principal difference being their legal status upon arrival. To elucidate, one group was able to regulate its legal status after an average of eight months after arrival in Sweden, while the other group waited for longer than four years. We analyse the short- and long-term outcomes of both adult and child refugees. Our results differ from those obtained in most previous studies conducted in other social contexts. We find that the difference in the length of the waiting period and the level of exposure to a precarious legal status did not result in a substantial difference in the degree of long-term socio-economic integration among refugees from these two groups. For most indicators, the differences are marginal and not significant, especially when looking at the outcomes of child refugees. Moreover, when differences in outcomes are observed, they tend to favour the precarious status group (except for the earnings in the year 2000).

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“…Higher levels of human capital are linked to reduced susceptibility to negative stereotypes and discrimination. Education and exposure to diverse environments can foster more inclusive attitudes and reduce prejudice (Pager & Shepherd, 2008;Tibajev, 2022). Educated individuals, having invested in their human capital, are likely to recognize the value of diversity in the labor market and are less likely to view immigrants as direct job competitors (Garcia Quijano, 2020;Wilkes & Wu, 2019).…”

Section: Human Capitalmentioning

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The Effect of Human Capital, Economic Anxiety, And Political Ideologies on Immigrant Health Perceptions: a Between-Subjects Experimental Approach

Nkouaga

2024

IJAHSS

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This research examines the factors that influence health-related stereotypes against immigrants, with a focus on how human capital, conservative ideology, and economic anxiety impact these perceptions across different immigrant groups in the United States. The study uses Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression analysis of data from the 2020 Collaborative Multi-racial Post-Election Survey to assess attitudes towards all immigrants, as well as specifically Mexican and Chinese immigrants. Objective: Health stereotypes often depict immigrants as carriers of diseases and burdens on society, which affect public opinion and policy. This study aims to analyze the roles of human capital, political ideology, and economic conditions in shaping these stereotypes. Method: Using OLS regression, the analysis explores the association between stereotyping and various predictors, including conservative ideology (measured objectively and subjectively), human capital, and economic anxiety. Disaggregating the data by immigrant group allows for nuanced insights into the interplay of these factors. Results: The results reveal moderate levels of stereotyping across all groups, with variations by immigrant origin. Objective measures of conservative ideology show a strong correlation with increased stereotyping, particularly against Mexican immigrants. Higher human capital is associated with reduced stereotyping, while economic anxiety consistently exacerbates negative stereotypes across all groups. Furthermore, Republican affiliation and racial identity are correlated with heightened stereotyping, especially against Chinese immigrants. Discussion: The findings highlight the complexity of the factors contributing to health-related stereotypes and emphasize the importance of addressing educational and economic elements to mitigate these biases. Tailored interventions that take into account the distinct dynamics of each immigrant group are crucial for reducing stereotypes and improving integration and health outcomes.

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The value of immigrants' human capital for labour market integration

Cited by 4 publications

References 180 publications

Education and Other Factors Influencing Women Migrants’ Employability and Entrepreneurship

Education and Other Factors Influencing Women Migrants’ Employability and Entrepreneurship

Between Uncertainty and Integration: Exploring the Influence of Legal Precarity on Refugee Socio-Economic Integration in Sweden

The Effect of Human Capital, Economic Anxiety, And Political Ideologies on Immigrant Health Perceptions: a Between-Subjects Experimental Approach

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