Immigration & Refugees
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2005-02-09
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2006-10-04
Second Wave of the Longitudinal Survey of Immigrants to Canada
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
This 17-page survey studied how recent immigrants integrate and settle into Canada over time
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-01-03
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2009-01-06
We Dream A World: The 2025 Vision for Black Men and Boys
CLASP
This 60-page US report identifies concrete policy solutions to close educational achievement gaps, ensure workforce success, reduce health disparities, improve conditions for low-income fathers and improve the overall well being of black men, their families, and communities
Social Policy, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-01-28
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2008-10-06
The Drivers of Black and Asian People's Perceptions of Racial Discrimination by Public Services
CLG
The 142-page findings of UK research designed to understand the drivers of black and Asian people's perceptions of racial discrimination in public services
Immigration & Refugees, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-17
Managing the Impacts of Migration: A Cross-Government Approach
CLG
A 48-page document setting out the UK Government's approach to managing the impacts of international migration locally and nationally
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2008-06-13
Review of Migrant Integration Policy in the UK
CLG
A 36-page UK paper reviewing the current strategic and policy framework, processes and provisions supporting the integration of new migrants to the UK
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2008-06-13
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2008-01-30
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2008-02-06
Muslims in the Netherlands: Tensions and Violent Conflict
Clingendael
This 28-page Dutch essay gives an overview of radicalisation and tensions and violent conflicts involving (elements of) Muslim communities in the Netherlands
Immigration & Refugees, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2009-05-27
The Europeanisation of Consular Affairs: The Case of Visa Policy
Clingendael
This 23-page Dutch discussion paper studies how the Europeanisation of the consular function affects the consular administrations of Schengen member states
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2006-11-01
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2007-02-20
Immigration Policy on Expedited Removal of Aliens
Congressional Research Service
This 23-page U.S. report considers proposals to extend mandatory expedited removal of aliens to those in the country's interior
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-10-12
Sudan: Humanitarian Crisis, Peace Talks, Terrorism and U.S. Policy
Congressional Research Service
A 19-page U.S. report on the humanitarian crises in Darfur and South Sudan, terrorism implications and U.S. responses
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-08-15
Muslims in Europe: Integration Policies in Selected Countries
Congressional Research Service
This 47-page U.S. report examines the integration of Muslims in the U.K., France, Germany and Spain
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-12-13
Immigration Enforcement Within the United States
Congressional Research Service
An 82-page report on issues raised by immigration enforcement and the unauthorized alien population in the United States
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-04-25
Giving Meaning to "Never Again": Seeking an Effective Response to the Crisis in Darfur and Beyond
Council on Foreign Relations
This 45-page report examines Darfur in the context of lessons learned from Rwanda, and recommends how to end this crisis and avoid future ones
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-09-30
The Sri Lankan Tamil Diaspora after the LTTE
Crisis Group
This 34-page report examines political dynamics within the Tamil diaspora since May 2009, as Tamils abroad adapt to the LTTE’s defeat
Governance & Politics, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2010-02-24
The Plight of North Koreans in China and Beyond
Crisis Group
This 48-page report examines the plight of North Koreans fleeing their homeland
Immigration & Refugees, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2006-10-27
The AU's Mission in Darfur: Bridging the Gaps
Crisis Group
This 16-page policy briefing claims that the response of the international community to the humanitarian crisis in Darfur is inadequate
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-07-11
Islam and Identity in Germany
Crisis Group
One of a series of reports on Islam and Islamism in Europe, this 41-page report focuses on the integration of Muslim immigrants to Germany
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-15
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2009-09-10
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2005-07-11
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2009-04-19
EU Visas and the Western Balkans
Crisis Group
A 26-page report criticising EU visa policy towards the Western Balkans countries
European Union, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-12-02
Nurturing Instability: Lebanon’s Palestinian Refugee Camps
Crisis Group
This 46-page report examines conditions in Lebanon's Palestine refugee camps and recommends steps to improve the situation of their inhabitants and reduce risks
Immigration & Refugees, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-02-19
France and Its Muslims: Riots, Jihadism and Depoliticisation
Crisis Group
The executive summary and recommendations of a report analysing the causes of unrest among the French Muslim population
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-03-10
U.S. Immigration Policy on Permanent Admissions
CRS
This 40-page US report examines the issues influencing the debate on permanent admissions to the US
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2009-08-03
Immigration Reform: Brief Synthesis of Issue
CRS
A 6-page US report synthesizing the major elements of immigration reform in the 110th Congress
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2007-05-15
Afghan Refugees: Current Status and Future Prospects
CRS
A21-page US report on the situation and prospects of Afghan refugees
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2007-02-12
Immigration Reform: Brief Synthesis of the Issue
CRS
A 6-page report synthesizing the major elements of immigration reform facing the 110th US Congress
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2007-02-20
Refugees and Employment: The Effect of Visible Difference on Discrimination
CSCR
This 50-page Australian study examines the existence of discrimination against skilled refugees in the labour market
Immigration & Refugees, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-03-27
The Refugee Problem: Looking Toward Afghanistan’s Long-Term Stability
CSIS
This 3-page US brief examines the plight of Afghan refugees in Pakistan
Immigration & Refugees, Human RightsPosted: 2008-12-18
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 & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-03-11
Outsourcing Migration Management: EU, Power, and the External Dimension of Asylum and Immigration Policy
Danish Institute for International Studies
This 20-page working paper explores the growing link between EU's migration priorities and its foreign policy agenda
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2006-01-24
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2004-09-28
The Development Dimension of Migrant Transfers
Danish Institute for International Studies
This 41-page Danish working paper addresses fundamental questions relating to the role of remittances in the migration-development nexus
Immigration & Refugees, International DevelopmentPosted: 2004-10-06
Refugees, Security and Development: Current Experience and Strategies of Protection and Assistance in "The Region of Origin"
Danish Institute for International Studies
A 37-page Danish working paper proposing a framework for analysing the strategies, conditions and options for support to refugee areas in countries neighbouring those in conflict
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-09-27
Educating Imams in Europe
Dayan Center
A 4-page Israeli commentary on the difficulties of providing academic imam education in Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-11-03
Essays on Integration and Participation
Demos
A 72-page collection of essays by Dutch and British participants in a series of seminars held to discuss experiences of integration and multiculturalism
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-04
The Current State of Multiculturalism in Canada
Department of Citizenship and Immigration - Canada
This 38-page Canadian report was commissioned to determine which multiculturalism issues are important nationwide and require the development of further research
Social Policy, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-02-21
Population Flows: Immigration Aspects 2007-08 Edition
Department of Immigration and Citizenship
This 141-page Australian report provides detailed information on the composition, size and operation of Australia's Migration, Temporary Entry and Humanitarian Programs. It includes assessments of migrant outcomes such as labour market performance and citizenship rates, and reports on the range of settlement services offered to migrants
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2009-03-03
New Migrant Outcomes
Department of Immigration and Citizenship - Australia
This 62-page report presents key findings from a longitudinal survey of immigrants to Australia and highlights a dramatic fall in immigrant unemployment
Immigration & Refugees, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-12-22
The Changing Labour Force Experiences of New Migrants
Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs - Australia
This 78-page Australian report surveys the evidence relating to the labour force experience of new migrants to Australia
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-01-18
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2006-09-25
The Changing Settlement Experience of New Migrants
Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs - Australia
This 168-page Australian report provides a detailed examination of the settlement experiences of new migrants during their first year and a half in Australia
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-01-18
Migration Trends 2005/06
Department of Labour
This 121-page report tracks and comments on changes in the nature of migration to New Zealand
Immigration & Refugees, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-02-07
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 PolicyPosted: 2010-01-11
Competing for Skills: Migration Policies and Trends in New Zealand and Australia
Department of Labour - New Zealand
The aims of this 223-page New Zealand study were to compare skilled migration policies in New Zealand and Australia, look at the labour market outcomes of skilled migrants, assess recent trends in skilled migration policy, and suggest implications of these policy developments for the future of skilled migration in the two countries
Immigration & Refugees, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2011-08-10
People on the Move: A Study of Migrant Movement Patterns to and from New Zealand
Department of Labour - New Zealand
This 103-page report examines migrant movement patterns in and out of New Zealand and explores the characteristics of those spending lengthy periods out of the country
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-04-26
Skilled Migrants in New Zealand: Employers' Perspectives
Department of Labour - New Zealand
A 108-page report of a survey of New Zealand employers to ascertain their perspectives on the skilled migrants they had hired
Immigration & Refugees, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-02-11
Measures to Improve Settlement Outcomes for Humanitarian Entrants
Dept. of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs - Australia
A 26-page Australian discussion paper designed to elicit views on how to improve settlement outcomes for humanitarian entrants to Australia
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-10-26
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
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 & EnvironmentPosted: 2008-12-13
Transnational Returns and Reconstruction in Post-War Bosnia-Herzegovina
DIIS
A 4-page Danish brief examining the return strategies of refugees to profoundly changed circumstances in their homeland
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2007-06-13
Skilled Migration: Boon or Bane? The Role of Policy Intervention
DIIS
A 22-page Danish working paper on the brain drain and the role of policy intervention
Immigration & Refugees, International DevelopmentPosted: 2009-10-27
The Rise and Fall of the “Migrant Superhero” and the New “Deportee Trash”
DIIS
This Danish working paper examines different facets of status ofthe migrant worker
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2010-10-10
Multiculturalism in Denmark and Sweden
DIIS
This 10-page Danish brief compares the policies and practice of multiculturalism and integration in Denmark and Sweden
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-12-07
Tradeoffs Between Equality and Difference: The Crisis of Dutch Multiculturalism in Cross-Channel Perspective
DIIS
This 10-page Danish brief examines the outcomes of Dutch integration policies in a cross-national European perspective
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-12-07
Cargo Cult in Africa: Remittances and the State in Tanzania
DIIS
This 23-page Danish working paper explores the current celebration of remittances in Tanzania as a magic bullet for the creation of development and economic growth
International Development, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2010-07-01
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 UnionPosted: 2006-12-07
The Extraterritorialisation of Asylum and the Advent of "Protection Lite"
DIIS
This 31-page Danish working paper explores the growing nexus of "external" or "extraterritorial" policies in the developing EU asylums and immigration policy
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2007-01-31
Freedom of Speech, Battle over Values and the Political Symbolism of the Muhammed Drawings
DIIS
This 26-page Danish paper examines the origins of thew Danish cartoon crisis
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2008-03-28
Narrating Atrocity: Uses of Evidence in the Political Asylum Process
DIIS
A 21-page Danish working paper exploring the disconnect between asylum law and human rights
Immigration & Refugees, Human RightsPosted: 2010-11-12
From Critical Watch-Dogs to Nation-Builders
DIIS
This 25-page Danish working paper considers whether a diaspora from conflict and violence can contribute to the reconstruction of the nation
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-06-07
European Strategies for Reducing 'Unwanted' Immigration
DIIS
A 10-page Danish brief discussing the strategies used by European states to reduce 'unwanted' immigration
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2007-04-28
The Securitisation of Migration: A Risky Strategy for Europe
DIIS
a 7-page Danish brief examining the extent to which immigration has become a securitised issue in Europe
Immigration & Refugees, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-04-28
Reconsidering West African Migration
DIIS
A 22-page Danish working paper that focuses on migration from poorer to richer zones in West Africa
Immigration & Refugees, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-03
Principles for an Immigration Policy to Strengthen and Expand the American Middle Class
Drum Major Institute
A 20-page U.S. report arguing that immigration policy is sound only if if it helps to strengthen and expand America's middle class
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-12-14
The Impact of Migration from the New EU Member States on Native Workers
DWP
A 41-page paper examining the impact of migration from the new EU member states on the labour market outcomes of natives in the UK
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2008-06-13
Migration, Trade, Capital and Development: Substitutes, Complements and Policies
Economic Growth Center
An 18-page US discussion paper examining the effects of migration on the origin and destination countries
Immigration & Refugees, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-02-24
European Integration and Labour Migration
EIoP
This 24-page paper studies how European integration might affect the migration of workers in the enlarged EU
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-03
Europe’s Policy Options for Fighting the Illegal Employment of Migrant Workers
EIPA
A 9-page article examining legislation within Europe for imposing sanctions against employers of irregular migrants
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-11
Towards a Common European Asylum Policy
EPC
A 17-page issue paper examining the EU's progress towards developing a Common European Asylum Policy
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2006-10-27
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 UnionPosted: 2010-01-11
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
Immigration and Wages: Methodological Advancements Confirm Modest Gains for Native Workers
EPI
A 29-page US briefing paper shows that immigration has a small positive effect on wages for native-born workers, including less educated workers
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2010-02-07
Student Flows and Migration: An Empirical Analysis
ERN CESifo
A 29-page working paper examining the impact of student flows to the U.S. on subsequent migration
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-08-22
Intra-EU Labour Migration: Flows, Effects and Policy Responses
ETUI
This 40-page working paper provides an overview of the debate on intra-EU labour migration. It outlines the different options open to and taken by member states regarding the issue of freedom of movement within the European Union
European Union, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2009-05-25
Housing and Integration of Migrants in Europe
Eurofound
This 112-page report presents successful practices and strategies for integrating migrants into local communities
Immigration & Refugees, HousingPosted: 2008-01-10
One Size Fits All? Tailored Integration Policies for Migrants in the European Union
European Policy Centre
This 50-page working paper calls for new thinking and policies to integrate groups of temporary migrants into European society
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2006-06-08
The Hague Programme: Tampere's Modest Successor
European Policy Centre
A paper commenting on EU countries' reluctance to agree common strategies on labour migration and international crime and terrorism
European Union, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-09-13
Migration Governance and the Lisbon Agenda
European Policy Centre
An article arguing that migration should in future be conceived as part of the overall governance of key EU policies
European Union, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-09-13
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2005-09-13
Sixty Years after the Magic Carpet Ride
Falk Institute
A 51-page Israeli paper examining the long-run effects of early childhood environment on social and economic outcomes
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2008-05-17
Immigration in Europe at a Time of Economic Hardship
FIIA
A 6-page Finnish briefing paper describing how the global recession is resetting the immigration debate in Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-13
The Hispanic Challenge
Foreign Policy magazine
This 12-page article argues that the persistent inflow of Hispanic immigrants threatens to divide the US into two peoples, two cultures, two languages
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-02-29
Shifting Demographics Mean New Opportunities, New Responsibilities
Foundation for Child Development
A press release containing links to several U.S. articles highlighting the educational and health needs of immigrant children
Immigration & Refugees, Families, Children & YouthPosted: 2004-07-06
Canada
Fraser Institute
A critique of Canada's existing refugee system
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-01-07
Immigration and the Welfare State in Canada: Growing Conflicts, Constructive Solutions
Fraser Institute
A 61-page paper examining the causes of the decline in the economic performance of recent immigrants to Canada and the relevance of Canada's immigrant selection process
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-10-12
Immigration and the Canadian Welfare State 2011
Fraser Institute
This 62-page publication provides an estimate of the fiscal burden created by recent immigration into Canada and proposes reforms to existing immigrant selection policies to eliminate the burden
Immigration & Refugees, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-05-18
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2005-10-18
Legal Status at Entry, Economic Performance and Self-Employment Proclivity: A Bi-National Study of Immigrants
German Institute for Economic Research
This 42-page discussion paper uses a bi-national survey on immigrant performance to study the role of legal status at entry, the choice between full-time employment and entrepreneurship, and economic success
Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-02-14
Self-Employment Dynamics Across the Business Cycle: Migrants Versus Natives
German Institute for Economic Research
A 54-page German discussion paper examining the relationships between unemployment, self-employment, employment and the business cycle for migrants
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-12-04
Refugees from Africa: Can a Marshall Plan Help?
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 4-page commentary addresses issues raised by African immigration to Europe
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2004-08-25
Transatlantic Trends : Immigration
German Marshall Fund
This 32-page international public opinion survey addresses immigration and integration issues including national identity, citizenship, migration management policies, national security, and the economic opportunities and challenges brought on by migrants.
Immigration & Refugees, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-25
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 & RefugeesPosted: 2006-07-07
Promoting the Rights of Migrants
GFMD
This 36-page conference paper examines the international legal frameworks for protecting migrant rights, focusing in particular on international conventions.It then discusses the implementation of these international legal norms at the national level and the role that both destination andsource countries play in promoting the rights of migrants.
Immigration & Refugees, Human RightsPosted: 2008-11-19