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Changing Perceptions of Islamic Authority among Muslims in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom
This 32-page Canadian study examines how Muslims in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom view Islamic authority
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-04-14
A Comparison of Australian and Canadian Immigration Policies and Labour Market Outcomes
Dept. of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs - Australia
A 52-page study examining differences in the labour market outcomes of immigrants to Australia and Canada
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-01-09
A Conversation on Trust: Community Policing and Refugee Settlement in Regional Australia
Tasmanian Institute of Law Enforcement Studies
A 67-page Australian report arguing that community policing can provide strategies and reassurances to support newly arrived refugee communities to Australia particularly with respect to their understanding of rights and responsibilities under Australian law
Immigration & Refugees
, Crime, Law & Order Posted: 2009-08-02
A Gendered Assessment of the Brain Drain
IZA
This 35-page discussion paper researches gender-disaggregated indicators of the brain drain
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-12-30
A Labor Mobility Agenda for Development
CGDev
This 28-page US paper argues that every rich country should consider its immigration policy to be part of its international development policy, and vice versa
International Development
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-01-29
A New Paradigm of International Migration: Implications for Migration Policy and Planning for Australia
Information and Research Services, Dept. of the Parliamentary Library
A 2-page research note arguing that Australia's thinking and research on immigration have been overtaken by the new realities
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-03-23
A Note on Measures of Human Capital for Immigrants: Examining the American Community Survey and New Immigrant Survey
IZA
This 24-page discussion paper examines whether where an immigrant acquires human capital matters in earnings regressions
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2008-12-29
A Preliminary Exploration of the Linkages between Refugees and Small Arms
Bonn International Center for Conversion
This 83-page paper explores the complex relationship beteen refugees and arms diffusion, and examines the sources of small arms available to refeugees
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-08-25
A Profile of the World's Young Developing Country's Migrants
IZA
A 33-page discussion paper presenting a rich profile of the young developing world migrants across the globe
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-08-08
A Seasonal Guest-Worker Program for Australia?
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 31-page research brief examining the issues and the arguments for and against a seasonal Pacific guest-worker programme for Australia, and what can be learned from overseas experience
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-05-24
A Survey of the World's Oceans
PRI
A 32-page Canadian discussion paper examining international approaches to the management of diversity in society
Immigration & Refugees
, Social Policy Posted: 2008-06-02
Achieving Outcomes for Children and Families from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds
ARACY
This 82-page paper reports on research (both primary research and a literature review), undertaken with the aim of demonstrating strategies for successful inclusion into Australian society of children and families from culturally and linguistically different (CaLD) backgrounds.
Immigration & Refugees
, Social Policy Posted: 2008-11-21
Afghan Refugees: Current Status and Future Prospects
CRS
A21-page US report on the situation and prospects of Afghan refugees
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-02-12
Afghanistan: What Now for Refugees?
Crisis Group
This 39-page report examines the renewed population displacement and the consequences of the government’s inability to ensure security and basic services for the returnees
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-09-10
African Migration to Europe
CFR
A US backgrounder on the issues involved in African migration to Europe
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2007-07-11
After Enlargement: Europe's New Migration System
DIIS
A 7-page Danish brief stressing the importance of the underlying demographics and labour market dynamics on future East-West migration in Europe
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2006-12-07
America's New Welcome Mat: A Look at the Goals and Challenges of the US-VISIT program
Center for Immigration Studies
Testimony to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Government Reform in support of the US-VISIT program
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-03-10
An Idea Whose Time Has Finally Come: The Case for Employment Verification
Manhattan Institute
A 16-page U.S. policy brief arguing that illegal immigration to the U.S. will only be controlled if a reliable, automated employment verification system is put in place
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-12-16
An Immigration System Where Everybody Wins
EPI
A US article indicating that research makes a strong case that immigration brings economic benefits not just for individual immigrant workers and their families, but also for native-born workers
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2010-03-12
Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
A 56-page annual report on the activities and initiatives of Canada's Department of Cizizenship and Immigration
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-10-04
Are Immigrants More Mobile than Natives? Evidence from Germany
IZA
A 46-page discussion paper comparing the labour mobility of immigrants to Germany with that of natives
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-12-30
Are Immigration Policies that Induce Skilled (Unskilled) Migration Beneficial (Harmful) for the Host Country?
CESifo
A 22-page paper investigating the welfare consequences of immigration policies
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-11-29
Are Muslim Immigrants Different in Terms of Cultural Integration?
IZA
This 23-page discussion paper compares the determinants of religious identity for Muslims and non-Muslims in the UK
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-09-07
Assimilating Immigrants: Why America Can and France Cannot
Rand Corporation
This 28-page occasional paper compares the responses of the U.S. and France to mass immigration and discusses the policy implications
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-09-16
Asylum and Immigration Cooperation after Lisbon
SWP
This 4-page German commentary takes a critical look at the prospects for reform in European asylum and migration policy
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
Asylum Scorecard
Policy Exchange
A 2-page comparison of asylum statistics for U.S., Japan, Germany, U.K., France, Italy and Canada
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-08-09
Asylum Seekers
Research Service, Parliament of New South Wales
Kathryn Simon
Immigration & Refugees
, Human Rights Posted: 2008-11-27
Asylum Statistics United Kingdom 2004
Home Office - U.K.
This 92-page report provides statistics relating to asylum applications to the U.K. in 2004, and their outcomes
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-08-23
Attitudes Towards Immigrants, Other Integration Barriers and Their Veracity
IZA
This 14-page discussion paper studies opinions and attitudes towards immigrants and minorities, and their interaction with other barriers to minorities' economic integration
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2008-08-29
Australian Citizenship: Much More than a Ceremony
Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs
A 30-page Australian discussion paper examining developments in citizenship testing in the UK, the US, Canada and the Netherlands
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-09-25
Australia's Humanitarian Program
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 4-page Australian research note outlining Australia's humanitarian response to refugees over the past 60 years
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-09-14
Australia's Migration Program
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 2-page research note examining Australia's migration patterns since 1945 and recent initiatives introduced to address labour market concerns
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-05-11
Australia's Most Recent Immigrants 2001
Australian Bureau of Statistics
A 194-page report studying recent shifts in Australian international migration and their impacts. Describes the influence of international migration on the Australian population distribution, the economic and social characteristics of recent arrivals
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-07-26
Australia's Population Future
Business Council of Australia
A 53-page position paper arguing for a substantial population growth rate and the establishment of a national body to co-ordinate population policy issues
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-04-27
Australia's Refugee and Humanitarian Program: Community Views on Current Challenges and Future Directions
Refugee Council of Australia
The 121-page annual report of national consultations on the future of Australia's refugee and humanitarian program
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-02-13
Australia's Settlement Services for Migrants and Refugees 2009
Parliamentary Library of Australia
This report examines the development of Australia's settlement services for refugees and migrants
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-06-11
Australia's Settlement Services for Refugees and Migrants
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A brief providing an overview of Australia's settlement services for migrants and humanitarian entrants
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-06-25
Bangladesh: Who Migrates Overseas and Is It Worth Their While?
World Bank
This 37-page paper examines Bangladeshi emigrants, how they migrate abroad, where remittances are used, and whether the benefits
from migrating are greater than the costs
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-09-09
Barriers and Bridges: Access to Education for Internally Displaced Children
Brookings-Bern Project on Internal Displacement
An 8-page paper drawing attention to the importance of understanding and overcoming the barriers faced by internally displaced children in accessing their right to education
Immigration & Refugees
, Education Posted: 2005-01-17
Bearers of Global Jihad? Immigration and National Security after 9/11
Nixon Center
This 151-page U.S. monograph explores the connection between immigration and terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-03-26
Between Mohammed and Mammon: Muslims in the Netherlands
French Institute of International Relations
A 10-page article on the position of Muslims in Dutch society
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-10-18
Beyond Stockholm: Overcoming the Inconsistencies of Immigration Policy
EPC
This 98-page working paper offers suggestions about a future European immigration and asylum policy
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2010-01-11
Biometrics Field Trial Evaluation Report
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
The 112-page Canadian report of a field trial to assess the broad
impacts of biometric technology
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-01-06
Boat Arrivals in Australia Since 1976
Parliamentary Library - Australia
This 26-page background note provides a brief overview of the historical and political context surrounding boat arrivals in Australia since 1976. It includes background on the global context; government policy responses; trends in public opinion on the issues; and links to some of the key resources
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-07-02
Brain Drain in Globalization: A General Equilibrium Analysis from the Sending Countries' Perspective
IZA
This 47-page discussion paper assesses the global effects of brain drain on developing economies and quantifies the relative sizes of various static and dynamic impacts
Globalisation & International Trade
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-06-23
Brain Strain: Optimising Highly Skilled Migration from Developing Countries
Institute for Public Policy Research
This 43-page report examines the phenomenon of skilled migration from developing countries and urges a policy of optimisation to ensure that there is a net benefit to those countries
Immigration & Refugees
, International Development Posted: 2004-08-24
Briefing on Internally-Displaced Persons in Armenia and Azerbaijan
Brookings Institution
An 11-page statement on the condition of internally-displaced persons in Armenia and Azerbaijan
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-05-23
Bringing Employers into the Immigration Debate: Survey and Conference
Public Policy Forum
An 81-page report of a survey of the attitudes of Canadian employers to the employment of immigrants, and a follow-up conference discussing the survey's findings and related matters
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-01-04
Building on Social Cohesion, Harmony and Security
MCRG
A series of proposals made by the Muslim Communjity Reference Group for improving the integration of Australia's Muslims into the wider society
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-12-19
Canada
Fraser Institute
A critique of Canada's existing refugee system
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-01-07
Challenges and Opportunities of International Migration for the E.U., Its Member States, Neighbouring Countries and Regions: A Policy Note
Institute for Futures Studies
A 70-page report identifying the key challenges and opportunities for migration in and around Europe
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-09-03
Changing Perceptions of Islamic Authority among Muslims in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom
IRRP
This 32-page study provides insight into Muslims' views on immigrant integration by examining how their perceptions of religious authority shape their engagement with broader society
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-03-24
Chronic Low Income and Low Income Dynamics Among Recent Immigrants
Statistics Canada
This 48-page Canadian research paper examines the economic outcomes of recent immigrants
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-02-12
Circular Immigration: Counts of Exits and Years Away from the Host Country
IZA
A 26-page discussion paper examining the character of circular/repeat immigation to Germany
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-09-03
Circular Migration: A Sustainable Concept for Migration Policy?
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on a new Franco-German initiative on temporary labour migration
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2007-06-21
Civic Integration of Third-Country Nationals: Nationalism versus Europeanisation in the Common EU Immigration Policy
CEPS
This 46-page European paper assesses the tensions inherent in the relationship between civic integration programmes and the principles of legal certainty, proportionality and non-discrimination
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2009-10-23
Clash of Cultures: Muslims and Christians in the Ethnosizing Process
IZA
A 21-page discussion paper exploring the integration of Christian and Muslim immigrants to Germany
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-10-08
Climate of Displacement, Climate for Protection?
DIIS
This 7-page Danish article looks at existing categories of forced migrants in the context of climate change to analyse protection possibilities
Immigration & Refugees
, Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2008-12-13
Community Cohesion and Neighbourhood Management
CLG
A 34-page UK report exploring the role that neighbourhood management can play in promoting community cohesion
Social Policy
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-10-06
Community Cohesion Impact Assessment and Community Conflict Prevention Tool
CLG- UK
A 24-page UK guidance tool designed for local authorities to test whether planned activitiies are likely to have a positive impact on community cohesion
Social Policy
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-02-06
Comparing Approaches to Recognising the Skills and Credentials of Foreign-Trained Workers
Public Policy Forum
The 78-page report of a Canadian conference held to consider different approaches to foreign credential recognition
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-09-04
Complementary Protection for Asylum Seekers
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 72-page Australian research paper providing an overview of the international and Australian legal frameworks for complementary protection of asylum seekers
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-10-03
Conflict Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect
IPI
The 82-page report of a task force created to consider aspects of conflict prevention and the responsibility to protect
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-04-15
Connecting Communities in Neighbourhoods
Communities and Local Government - UK
A 35-page UK guide for organisations working with refugees, asylum seekers and migrant workers in neighbourhood renewal schemes
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-02-20
Control of Immigration: Statistics United Kingdom, 2004
Home Office - U.K.
A 43-page compilation of immigration statistics for the U.K. in 2004
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-08-23
Controlling Irregular Migration in Canada
Institute for Research on Public Policy
This 44-page Canadian study examines the problem of reconciling security concerns and human rights issues in respect of asylum seekers
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-03-23
Controlling Irregular Migration in Canada: Reconciling Security Concerns with Human Rights Protection
Institute for Research on Public Policy
This 44-page study discusses how security and human rights considerations should be reconciled in respect of immigration to Canada
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-21
Creating Learning Spaces for Refugees: The Role of Multicultural Organisations in Australia
NCVER
Through the experiences of refugees from Bosnia, Iraq and Sudan, this 53-page research study explores the role multicultural community organisations play in creating important informal networks and learning spaces that connect people from refugee backgrounds to the wider Australian community
Immigration & Refugees
, Social Policy Posted: 2008-12-11
Crisis in Sri Lanka
Crisis Group
A media release calling for action to minimize the humanitarian tragedy unfolding in Sri Lanka
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-04-19
Cross-Border Labour Flows: Policy Issues, Options and Implications of Australia-Asian Relations
Asialink
A 119-page Australian policy paper focusing on problems arising in the Asian region from the increasing flow of workers between countries
Immigration & Refugees
, Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2007-04-26
Cultural and Linguistic Inclusion?
National Ethnic Disability Alliance
This 52-page Australian literature review explores the definitions and measures of social exclusion, social inclusion and social cohesion through an analysis of literature and indicators from Australia and the United Kingdom. It also explores how measures of cultural diversity can be built into understanding and measuring social inclusion in Australia
Social Policy
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-03-03
Cultural Integration in Germany
IZA
This 57-page discussion paper investigates the integration processes of immigrants in Germany by comparing certain immigrant groups to natives differentiating by gender and immigrant generation
Immigration & Refugees
, Social Policy Posted: 2010-01-15
Darfur and Genocide: Mechanisms for Rapid Response, An End to Impunity
The Foreign Policy Centre
A 35-page paper arguing that the Darfur genocide was signalled months ago, and that the international community has failed to respond adequately to those indicators or to the event itself. It proposes a system for preventing future acts of genocide
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-08-25
Darfur in the Security Council
Citizens for Global Solutions
A 5-page briefing paper on the situation in Darfur. Includes a link to the report of the U.N. Commission of Enquiry into the violations
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-02-09
Defending Human Rights: Community-Based Asylum Seekers in Queensland
UQ Boilerhouse Community Engagement Centre
An 83-page study of the experiences of asylum seekers in Australia while awaiting a decision on their application
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-10-19
Deporting the Undocumented: A Cost Assessment
Center for American Progress
An 18-page U.S. study estimating the cost of deporting all undocumented immigrants currently in the U.S.
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-07-28
Determinants of Integration and its Impact on the Economic Success of Immigrants
IZA
A 46-page discussion paper investigating the determinants and impact of immigration on the economic performance of Turkish househols in Berlin
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2008-10-27
Developing a New Zealand Settlement Knowledge Base
Department of Labour - New Zealand
This 43-page report is the second of a significant settlement research project that aims to identify and measure indicators for the systematic
approach that the New Zealand Government has implemented. This approach aims to strengthen
settlement outcomes for new migrants and refugees who have come to live and work in New Zealand
Immigration & Refugees
, Social Policy Posted: 2010-01-11
Development on the Move: Measuring and Optimising Migration’s Economic and Social Impacts
IPPR
This 68-page UK report takes a fresh look at the ways in which migration affects development in Jamaica. It also looks at the wide range of impacts that migration has on development
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-06-16
Development, Demography and Democracy: Driving Forces of International Migration
European Policy Centre
An article outlining the benefits and challenges that increased migration involves for European society, and calling for a global strategy for development and social justice
European Union
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-13
Diasporas and Conflict Resolution: Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution?
Danish Institute for International Studies
This 16-page Danish brief discusses a number of issues surrounding the complex and sometimes ambiguous role of diasporas and exiles in conflicts in their countries of origin
Immigration & Refugees
, Disarmament & Peacekeeping Posted: 2006-03-11
Dignity, Safety and Health for Refugees
AEI
A US article criticising UNHCR's procedures for determining refugee status
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-05-02
Dimensions and Dynamics of Contemporary International Migration
Brookings Institution
This 16-page paper examines the dimensions and dynamics of contemporary international migration
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2008-03-27
Disengagement and its Discontents: What Will the Israeli Settlers Do?
Crisis Group
A 29-page background report describing the Israeli disengagement plan, mapping out the settler constituencies that are bracing for it and assessing the scenarios being contemplated
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-07-11
Diversity as a Foreign Policy Asset
German Marshall Fund of the United States
This 31-page paper urges Europe to follow the US example and ensure that demographic changes are reflected in the makeup of governments, foreign policy and foreign services
Foreign Policy
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-07-07
Divisions of Labour: Rethinking Europe's Migration Policy
Bruegel Institute
A 74-page study of how the EU and member states should share responsibility for immigration policy
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2008-10-28
Do Non-Economic Quality of Life Factors Drive Immigration?
IZA
This 23-page discussion paper generates two unique non-economic quality of life (QOL) indices and tests their role on recent migration patterns
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2009-09-24
Does Employment Protection Help Immigrants?
IZA
This 45-page paper studies the effect of employment protection legislation on immigrants and native workers in Spain and Italy
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-03-28
Does Immigration Affect the Long-Term Educational Outcomes of Natives? Quasi-Experimental Evidence
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 45-page discussion paper examines the mass-migration wave to Israel in the 1990s to study the impact of immigrant concentration during primary school on the long-term outcomes of native students in high school
Immigration & Refugees
, Education Posted: 2005-12-16
Does Immigration Affect Wages? A Look at Occupational-Level Evidence
IZA
This 35-page discussion paper examines the effect of higher levels of immigration on the wages of natives
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-12-12
Does Integration Encourage Reconciliatory Attitudes among Diasporas?
Center for Global Studies
This 13-page US paper examines whether, among conflict-generated diasporas, more 'integration' encourages more reconciliatory attitudes?
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-09-17
Does It Matter Where Immigrants Work? Traded Goods, Non-Traded Goods and Sector Specific Employment
Center for European Integration Studies
A working paper using a sectoral approach to examining how immigrant labour affects a nation's production and trade
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2004-07-16
Dynamics of Return and Sustainable Reintegration in a "Mobile Livelihoods" Perspective
Danish Institute for International Studies
A 27-page Danish working paper arguing that the mobile livelihood patterns and capacities of displaced populations must be taken into account when donors and agencies plan and support such processes
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2004-09-28
Easing the Strain: Understanding Brain Drain and Where Policy Can Respond
IPPR
This 20-page UK report attempts to synthesise theresults of a number of surveys of migrants and people intending to migrate, in order to develop a typology of factors driving brain drain
Immigration & Refugees
, International Development Posted: 2009-05-26
Economic and Ethnic Polarisation among Children in Sweden in Three Metropolitan Areas
IZA
This 42-page discussion paper investigates issues of economic and ethnic segregation in Swedish cities from the perspective of children
Immigration & Refugees
, Social Policy Posted: 2007-12-04
Economic Impacts of Migration and Population Growth
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 438-page report examining the impact of migration and population growth on Australian productivity growth
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-05-17
Economic Impacts of Migration and Population Growth
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 349-page position paper assessing how further skilled migration to Australia might impact on per capita income levels
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-01-17
Economic Mobility of Immigrants in the United States
Brookings Institution
A 14-page paper examining the impact of immigration on inequality and economic mobility in America
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-07-31
Employment Integration of Refugees: The Influence of Local Factors on Refugee Job Opportunities in Sweden
IZA
A 45-page discussion paper studying the importance of local conditions for the employment of refugees in Sweden
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2007-01-22
Empowering Muslim Women: Case Studies
CLG - UK
A 52-page UK selection of case studies providing a snapshot of work taking place to empower Muslim women to play a more active role in society
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2008-01-30
Changing Perceptions of Islamic Authority among Muslims in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom
This 32-page Canadian study examines how Muslims in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom view Islamic authority
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-04-14
A Comparison of Australian and Canadian Immigration Policies and Labour Market Outcomes
Dept. of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs - Australia
A 52-page study examining differences in the labour market outcomes of immigrants to Australia and Canada
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-01-09
A Conversation on Trust: Community Policing and Refugee Settlement in Regional Australia
Tasmanian Institute of Law Enforcement Studies
A 67-page Australian report arguing that community policing can provide strategies and reassurances to support newly arrived refugee communities to Australia particularly with respect to their understanding of rights and responsibilities under Australian law
Immigration & Refugees , Crime, Law & Order Posted: 2009-08-02
A Gendered Assessment of the Brain Drain
IZA
This 35-page discussion paper researches gender-disaggregated indicators of the brain drain
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-12-30
A Labor Mobility Agenda for Development
CGDev
This 28-page US paper argues that every rich country should consider its immigration policy to be part of its international development policy, and vice versa
International Development , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-01-29
A New Paradigm of International Migration: Implications for Migration Policy and Planning for Australia
Information and Research Services, Dept. of the Parliamentary Library
A 2-page research note arguing that Australia's thinking and research on immigration have been overtaken by the new realities
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-03-23
A Note on Measures of Human Capital for Immigrants: Examining the American Community Survey and New Immigrant Survey
IZA
This 24-page discussion paper examines whether where an immigrant acquires human capital matters in earnings regressions
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2008-12-29
A Preliminary Exploration of the Linkages between Refugees and Small Arms
Bonn International Center for Conversion
This 83-page paper explores the complex relationship beteen refugees and arms diffusion, and examines the sources of small arms available to refeugees
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-08-25
A Profile of the World's Young Developing Country's Migrants
IZA
A 33-page discussion paper presenting a rich profile of the young developing world migrants across the globe
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-08-08
A Seasonal Guest-Worker Program for Australia?
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 31-page research brief examining the issues and the arguments for and against a seasonal Pacific guest-worker programme for Australia, and what can be learned from overseas experience
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-05-24
A Survey of the World's Oceans
PRI
A 32-page Canadian discussion paper examining international approaches to the management of diversity in society
Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2008-06-02
Achieving Outcomes for Children and Families from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds
ARACY
This 82-page paper reports on research (both primary research and a literature review), undertaken with the aim of demonstrating strategies for successful inclusion into Australian society of children and families from culturally and linguistically different (CaLD) backgrounds.
Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2008-11-21
Afghan Refugees: Current Status and Future Prospects
CRS
A21-page US report on the situation and prospects of Afghan refugees
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-02-12
Afghanistan: What Now for Refugees?
Crisis Group
This 39-page report examines the renewed population displacement and the consequences of the government’s inability to ensure security and basic services for the returnees
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-09-10
African Migration to Europe
CFR
A US backgrounder on the issues involved in African migration to Europe
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2007-07-11
After Enlargement: Europe's New Migration System
DIIS
A 7-page Danish brief stressing the importance of the underlying demographics and labour market dynamics on future East-West migration in Europe
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2006-12-07
America's New Welcome Mat: A Look at the Goals and Challenges of the US-VISIT program
Center for Immigration Studies
Testimony to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Government Reform in support of the US-VISIT program
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-03-10
An Idea Whose Time Has Finally Come: The Case for Employment Verification
Manhattan Institute
A 16-page U.S. policy brief arguing that illegal immigration to the U.S. will only be controlled if a reliable, automated employment verification system is put in place
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-12-16
An Immigration System Where Everybody Wins
EPI
A US article indicating that research makes a strong case that immigration brings economic benefits not just for individual immigrant workers and their families, but also for native-born workers
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2010-03-12
Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
A 56-page annual report on the activities and initiatives of Canada's Department of Cizizenship and Immigration
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-10-04
Are Immigrants More Mobile than Natives? Evidence from Germany
IZA
A 46-page discussion paper comparing the labour mobility of immigrants to Germany with that of natives
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-12-30
Are Immigration Policies that Induce Skilled (Unskilled) Migration Beneficial (Harmful) for the Host Country?
CESifo
A 22-page paper investigating the welfare consequences of immigration policies
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-11-29
Are Muslim Immigrants Different in Terms of Cultural Integration?
IZA
This 23-page discussion paper compares the determinants of religious identity for Muslims and non-Muslims in the UK
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-09-07
Assimilating Immigrants: Why America Can and France Cannot
Rand Corporation
This 28-page occasional paper compares the responses of the U.S. and France to mass immigration and discusses the policy implications
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-09-16
Asylum and Immigration Cooperation after Lisbon
SWP
This 4-page German commentary takes a critical look at the prospects for reform in European asylum and migration policy
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2010-01-04
Asylum Scorecard
Policy Exchange
A 2-page comparison of asylum statistics for U.S., Japan, Germany, U.K., France, Italy and Canada
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-08-09
Asylum Seekers
Research Service, Parliament of New South Wales
Kathryn Simon
Immigration & Refugees , Human Rights Posted: 2008-11-27
Asylum Statistics United Kingdom 2004
Home Office - U.K.
This 92-page report provides statistics relating to asylum applications to the U.K. in 2004, and their outcomes
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-08-23
Attitudes Towards Immigrants, Other Integration Barriers and Their Veracity
IZA
This 14-page discussion paper studies opinions and attitudes towards immigrants and minorities, and their interaction with other barriers to minorities' economic integration
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-08-29
Australian Citizenship: Much More than a Ceremony
Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs
A 30-page Australian discussion paper examining developments in citizenship testing in the UK, the US, Canada and the Netherlands
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-09-25
Australia's Humanitarian Program
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 4-page Australian research note outlining Australia's humanitarian response to refugees over the past 60 years
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-14
Australia's Migration Program
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 2-page research note examining Australia's migration patterns since 1945 and recent initiatives introduced to address labour market concerns
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-05-11
Australia's Most Recent Immigrants 2001
Australian Bureau of Statistics
A 194-page report studying recent shifts in Australian international migration and their impacts. Describes the influence of international migration on the Australian population distribution, the economic and social characteristics of recent arrivals
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-07-26
Australia's Population Future
Business Council of Australia
A 53-page position paper arguing for a substantial population growth rate and the establishment of a national body to co-ordinate population policy issues
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-04-27
Australia's Refugee and Humanitarian Program: Community Views on Current Challenges and Future Directions
Refugee Council of Australia
The 121-page annual report of national consultations on the future of Australia's refugee and humanitarian program
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-02-13
Australia's Settlement Services for Migrants and Refugees 2009
Parliamentary Library of Australia
This report examines the development of Australia's settlement services for refugees and migrants
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-06-11
Australia's Settlement Services for Refugees and Migrants
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A brief providing an overview of Australia's settlement services for migrants and humanitarian entrants
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-06-25
Bangladesh: Who Migrates Overseas and Is It Worth Their While?
World Bank
This 37-page paper examines Bangladeshi emigrants, how they migrate abroad, where remittances are used, and whether the benefits from migrating are greater than the costs
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-09-09
Barriers and Bridges: Access to Education for Internally Displaced Children
Brookings-Bern Project on Internal Displacement
An 8-page paper drawing attention to the importance of understanding and overcoming the barriers faced by internally displaced children in accessing their right to education
Immigration & Refugees , Education Posted: 2005-01-17
Bearers of Global Jihad? Immigration and National Security after 9/11
Nixon Center
This 151-page U.S. monograph explores the connection between immigration and terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-03-26
Between Mohammed and Mammon: Muslims in the Netherlands
French Institute of International Relations
A 10-page article on the position of Muslims in Dutch society
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-10-18
Beyond Stockholm: Overcoming the Inconsistencies of Immigration Policy
EPC
This 98-page working paper offers suggestions about a future European immigration and asylum policy
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2010-01-11
Biometrics Field Trial Evaluation Report
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
The 112-page Canadian report of a field trial to assess the broad impacts of biometric technology
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-01-06
Boat Arrivals in Australia Since 1976
Parliamentary Library - Australia
This 26-page background note provides a brief overview of the historical and political context surrounding boat arrivals in Australia since 1976. It includes background on the global context; government policy responses; trends in public opinion on the issues; and links to some of the key resources
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-07-02
Brain Drain in Globalization: A General Equilibrium Analysis from the Sending Countries' Perspective
IZA
This 47-page discussion paper assesses the global effects of brain drain on developing economies and quantifies the relative sizes of various static and dynamic impacts
Globalisation & International Trade , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-06-23
Brain Strain: Optimising Highly Skilled Migration from Developing Countries
Institute for Public Policy Research
This 43-page report examines the phenomenon of skilled migration from developing countries and urges a policy of optimisation to ensure that there is a net benefit to those countries
Immigration & Refugees , International Development Posted: 2004-08-24
Briefing on Internally-Displaced Persons in Armenia and Azerbaijan
Brookings Institution
An 11-page statement on the condition of internally-displaced persons in Armenia and Azerbaijan
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-05-23
Bringing Employers into the Immigration Debate: Survey and Conference
Public Policy Forum
An 81-page report of a survey of the attitudes of Canadian employers to the employment of immigrants, and a follow-up conference discussing the survey's findings and related matters
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-01-04
Building on Social Cohesion, Harmony and Security
MCRG
A series of proposals made by the Muslim Communjity Reference Group for improving the integration of Australia's Muslims into the wider society
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-12-19
Canada
Fraser Institute
A critique of Canada's existing refugee system
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-01-07
Challenges and Opportunities of International Migration for the E.U., Its Member States, Neighbouring Countries and Regions: A Policy Note
Institute for Futures Studies
A 70-page report identifying the key challenges and opportunities for migration in and around Europe
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-09-03
Changing Perceptions of Islamic Authority among Muslims in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom
IRRP
This 32-page study provides insight into Muslims' views on immigrant integration by examining how their perceptions of religious authority shape their engagement with broader society
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-03-24
Chronic Low Income and Low Income Dynamics Among Recent Immigrants
Statistics Canada
This 48-page Canadian research paper examines the economic outcomes of recent immigrants
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-02-12
Circular Immigration: Counts of Exits and Years Away from the Host Country
IZA
A 26-page discussion paper examining the character of circular/repeat immigation to Germany
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-09-03
Circular Migration: A Sustainable Concept for Migration Policy?
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on a new Franco-German initiative on temporary labour migration
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2007-06-21
Civic Integration of Third-Country Nationals: Nationalism versus Europeanisation in the Common EU Immigration Policy
CEPS
This 46-page European paper assesses the tensions inherent in the relationship between civic integration programmes and the principles of legal certainty, proportionality and non-discrimination
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2009-10-23
Clash of Cultures: Muslims and Christians in the Ethnosizing Process
IZA
A 21-page discussion paper exploring the integration of Christian and Muslim immigrants to Germany
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-10-08
Climate of Displacement, Climate for Protection?
DIIS
This 7-page Danish article looks at existing categories of forced migrants in the context of climate change to analyse protection possibilities
Immigration & Refugees , Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2008-12-13
Community Cohesion and Neighbourhood Management
CLG
A 34-page UK report exploring the role that neighbourhood management can play in promoting community cohesion
Social Policy , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-10-06
Community Cohesion Impact Assessment and Community Conflict Prevention Tool
CLG- UK
A 24-page UK guidance tool designed for local authorities to test whether planned activitiies are likely to have a positive impact on community cohesion
Social Policy , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-02-06
Comparing Approaches to Recognising the Skills and Credentials of Foreign-Trained Workers
Public Policy Forum
The 78-page report of a Canadian conference held to consider different approaches to foreign credential recognition
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-09-04
Complementary Protection for Asylum Seekers
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 72-page Australian research paper providing an overview of the international and Australian legal frameworks for complementary protection of asylum seekers
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-10-03
Conflict Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect
IPI
The 82-page report of a task force created to consider aspects of conflict prevention and the responsibility to protect
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-04-15
Connecting Communities in Neighbourhoods
Communities and Local Government - UK
A 35-page UK guide for organisations working with refugees, asylum seekers and migrant workers in neighbourhood renewal schemes
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-02-20
Control of Immigration: Statistics United Kingdom, 2004
Home Office - U.K.
A 43-page compilation of immigration statistics for the U.K. in 2004
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-08-23
Controlling Irregular Migration in Canada
Institute for Research on Public Policy
This 44-page Canadian study examines the problem of reconciling security concerns and human rights issues in respect of asylum seekers
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-03-23
Controlling Irregular Migration in Canada: Reconciling Security Concerns with Human Rights Protection
Institute for Research on Public Policy
This 44-page study discusses how security and human rights considerations should be reconciled in respect of immigration to Canada
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-21
Creating Learning Spaces for Refugees: The Role of Multicultural Organisations in Australia
NCVER
Through the experiences of refugees from Bosnia, Iraq and Sudan, this 53-page research study explores the role multicultural community organisations play in creating important informal networks and learning spaces that connect people from refugee backgrounds to the wider Australian community
Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2008-12-11
Crisis in Sri Lanka
Crisis Group
A media release calling for action to minimize the humanitarian tragedy unfolding in Sri Lanka
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-04-19
Cross-Border Labour Flows: Policy Issues, Options and Implications of Australia-Asian Relations
Asialink
A 119-page Australian policy paper focusing on problems arising in the Asian region from the increasing flow of workers between countries
Immigration & Refugees , Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2007-04-26
Cultural and Linguistic Inclusion?
National Ethnic Disability Alliance
This 52-page Australian literature review explores the definitions and measures of social exclusion, social inclusion and social cohesion through an analysis of literature and indicators from Australia and the United Kingdom. It also explores how measures of cultural diversity can be built into understanding and measuring social inclusion in Australia
Social Policy , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-03-03
Cultural Integration in Germany
IZA
This 57-page discussion paper investigates the integration processes of immigrants in Germany by comparing certain immigrant groups to natives differentiating by gender and immigrant generation
Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2010-01-15
Darfur and Genocide: Mechanisms for Rapid Response, An End to Impunity
The Foreign Policy Centre
A 35-page paper arguing that the Darfur genocide was signalled months ago, and that the international community has failed to respond adequately to those indicators or to the event itself. It proposes a system for preventing future acts of genocide
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-08-25
Darfur in the Security Council
Citizens for Global Solutions
A 5-page briefing paper on the situation in Darfur. Includes a link to the report of the U.N. Commission of Enquiry into the violations
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-02-09
Defending Human Rights: Community-Based Asylum Seekers in Queensland
UQ Boilerhouse Community Engagement Centre
An 83-page study of the experiences of asylum seekers in Australia while awaiting a decision on their application
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-10-19
Deporting the Undocumented: A Cost Assessment
Center for American Progress
An 18-page U.S. study estimating the cost of deporting all undocumented immigrants currently in the U.S.
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-07-28
Determinants of Integration and its Impact on the Economic Success of Immigrants
IZA
A 46-page discussion paper investigating the determinants and impact of immigration on the economic performance of Turkish househols in Berlin
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-10-27
Developing a New Zealand Settlement Knowledge Base
Department of Labour - New Zealand
This 43-page report is the second of a significant settlement research project that aims to identify and measure indicators for the systematic approach that the New Zealand Government has implemented. This approach aims to strengthen settlement outcomes for new migrants and refugees who have come to live and work in New Zealand
Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2010-01-11
Development on the Move: Measuring and Optimising Migration’s Economic and Social Impacts
IPPR
This 68-page UK report takes a fresh look at the ways in which migration affects development in Jamaica. It also looks at the wide range of impacts that migration has on development
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-06-16
Development, Demography and Democracy: Driving Forces of International Migration
European Policy Centre
An article outlining the benefits and challenges that increased migration involves for European society, and calling for a global strategy for development and social justice
European Union , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-13
Diasporas and Conflict Resolution: Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution?
Danish Institute for International Studies
This 16-page Danish brief discusses a number of issues surrounding the complex and sometimes ambiguous role of diasporas and exiles in conflicts in their countries of origin
Immigration & Refugees , Disarmament & Peacekeeping Posted: 2006-03-11
Dignity, Safety and Health for Refugees
AEI
A US article criticising UNHCR's procedures for determining refugee status
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-05-02
Dimensions and Dynamics of Contemporary International Migration
Brookings Institution
This 16-page paper examines the dimensions and dynamics of contemporary international migration
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-03-27
Disengagement and its Discontents: What Will the Israeli Settlers Do?
Crisis Group
A 29-page background report describing the Israeli disengagement plan, mapping out the settler constituencies that are bracing for it and assessing the scenarios being contemplated
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-07-11
Diversity as a Foreign Policy Asset
German Marshall Fund of the United States
This 31-page paper urges Europe to follow the US example and ensure that demographic changes are reflected in the makeup of governments, foreign policy and foreign services
Foreign Policy , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-07-07
Divisions of Labour: Rethinking Europe's Migration Policy
Bruegel Institute
A 74-page study of how the EU and member states should share responsibility for immigration policy
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2008-10-28
Do Non-Economic Quality of Life Factors Drive Immigration?
IZA
This 23-page discussion paper generates two unique non-economic quality of life (QOL) indices and tests their role on recent migration patterns
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-09-24
Does Employment Protection Help Immigrants?
IZA
This 45-page paper studies the effect of employment protection legislation on immigrants and native workers in Spain and Italy
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-03-28
Does Immigration Affect the Long-Term Educational Outcomes of Natives? Quasi-Experimental Evidence
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 45-page discussion paper examines the mass-migration wave to Israel in the 1990s to study the impact of immigrant concentration during primary school on the long-term outcomes of native students in high school
Immigration & Refugees , Education Posted: 2005-12-16
Does Immigration Affect Wages? A Look at Occupational-Level Evidence
IZA
This 35-page discussion paper examines the effect of higher levels of immigration on the wages of natives
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-12-12
Does Integration Encourage Reconciliatory Attitudes among Diasporas?
Center for Global Studies
This 13-page US paper examines whether, among conflict-generated diasporas, more 'integration' encourages more reconciliatory attitudes?
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2009-09-17
Does It Matter Where Immigrants Work? Traded Goods, Non-Traded Goods and Sector Specific Employment
Center for European Integration Studies
A working paper using a sectoral approach to examining how immigrant labour affects a nation's production and trade
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2004-07-16
Dynamics of Return and Sustainable Reintegration in a "Mobile Livelihoods" Perspective
Danish Institute for International Studies
A 27-page Danish working paper arguing that the mobile livelihood patterns and capacities of displaced populations must be taken into account when donors and agencies plan and support such processes
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2004-09-28
Easing the Strain: Understanding Brain Drain and Where Policy Can Respond
IPPR
This 20-page UK report attempts to synthesise theresults of a number of surveys of migrants and people intending to migrate, in order to develop a typology of factors driving brain drain
Immigration & Refugees , International Development Posted: 2009-05-26
Economic and Ethnic Polarisation among Children in Sweden in Three Metropolitan Areas
IZA
This 42-page discussion paper investigates issues of economic and ethnic segregation in Swedish cities from the perspective of children
Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2007-12-04
Economic Impacts of Migration and Population Growth
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 438-page report examining the impact of migration and population growth on Australian productivity growth
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-05-17
Economic Impacts of Migration and Population Growth
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 349-page position paper assessing how further skilled migration to Australia might impact on per capita income levels
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-01-17
Economic Mobility of Immigrants in the United States
Brookings Institution
A 14-page paper examining the impact of immigration on inequality and economic mobility in America
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-07-31
Employment Integration of Refugees: The Influence of Local Factors on Refugee Job Opportunities in Sweden
IZA
A 45-page discussion paper studying the importance of local conditions for the employment of refugees in Sweden
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-01-22
Empowering Muslim Women: Case Studies
CLG - UK
A 52-page UK selection of case studies providing a snapshot of work taking place to empower Muslim women to play a more active role in society
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-01-30