Migration Policy Must Become a Government Priority

ICPS

A 2-page Ukrainian article highlighting the need for a regional migration policy

Immigration & Refugees , Regional Posted: 2008-10-29

The Economic Impact of Immigration in Greece

IZA

This 38-page discussion paper reviews the existing evidence on the economic impact of immigration to Greece

Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2008-10-28

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

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

Slilled Emigration and Skill Creation: A Quasi Experiment

CGD

This 65-page working paper studies the impact of the migration of of highly-educated Fijians on the country's human capital

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-10-20

Intergenerational Education Mobility among the Children of Canadian Immigrants

Statistics Canada

A 38-page Canadian paper analyzing the intergenerational educational mobility of Canadian men and women born to immigrants

Immigration & Refugees , Education Posted: 2008-10-06

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

Muslims in Europe: A Short Introduction

Brookings Institution

This 6-page US analysis presents the basic facts and issues concerning Muslims in Europe

Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2008-09-25

Your Place or Mine? The Local Economics of Migration

IPPR

This 31-page UK working paper illustrates how migration affects local firms and economies

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-09-16

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

Scale, Diversity, and Determinants of Labour Migration in Europe

IZA

This paper contributes to a better understanding of the determinants and scale of European migration. It surveys previous historical experiences and empirical findings including the recent Eastern enlargements.

European Union , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-08-05

Remittance Behaviours Among Recent Immigrants to Canada

Statistics Canada

A 41-page study documenting the incidence and amounts remitted by immigrants to family members in their countries of origin

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-07-31

The Security-Migration Nexus

BICC

This 92-page German brief discusses the challenges and opportunities of African migration to EU countries

Immigration & Refugees , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2008-07-26

Ethnicity, Assimilation and Harassment in the Labour Market

IZA

A 29-page discussion paper examining the causes of discrimination against ethnic minorities in labour markets

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-07-25

Migration, The Quality of the Labour Force and Economic Inequality

IZA

This 29-page discussion paper considers some of the impacts of the migration of labour

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-07-04

Playing God with Sanctuary

A Just Australia, Oxfam Australia

A 32-page study of Australia's refugee system

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-06-26

Protecting Displaced Migrants in South Africa

Brookings Institution

A US article examining the situation of displaced migrants in South Africa

Internal Displacement , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-06-24

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 & Refugees Posted: 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 & Refugees Posted: 2008-06-13

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 & Refugees Posted: 2008-06-13

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

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 Policy Posted: 2008-05-17

The Impact of Economic Selection Policy on Labour Market Outcomes for Degree-Qualified Migrants in Canada and Australia

IRPP

This 52-page study compares Canadian and Australian economic migration policy

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-05-16

Skilled Migration and the Workforce: An Overview

NCVER

A 12-page Australian overview on migration, focusing on the contribution immigration has made to its workforce

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-05-01

Meta-Analysis of Empirical Evidence on the Labour Market Impact of Immigration

IZA

This 41-page discussion paper examinies the effect of immigration on a broad range of labour market outcomes

Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2008-04-24

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

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 & Refugees Posted: 2008-03-28

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

Measuring Skilled Emigration Rates: The Case of Small States

IZA

A 32-page discussion paper focusing on the international mobility of skilled people from small states

Immigration & Refugees , International Development Posted: 2008-03-17

International Mobility of the Highly Skilled, Endogenous R&D, and Public Infrastructure Investment

IZA

This 46-page discussion paper analyzes the interaction of emigration of highly skilled labour, income gaps and optimum public infrastructure investment

Immigration & Refugees , Science & Technology Posted: 2008-03-11

The Effects of Naturalization on Immigrants

IZA

This 28-page discussion paper analyzes the link between naturalization and the labour force status of immigrants in France

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-03-11

EU Migration Policy: An A-Z

CER

This 20-page briefing explains the EU's growing role in migration policy

Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2008-02-28

Migration, Trade and Investment

Productivity Commission - Australia

This 84-page Australian working paper studies the interaction of immigration, trade and investment

Immigration & Refugees , Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2008-02-26

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

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

Migration and Remittance Factbook

World Bank

This on-line factbook provides a snapshot of migration and remittances for all countries, regions and income groups of the world (single page linking to data)

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-01-25

Who Leaves and Who Returns?

IZA

A 39-page discussion paper investigating the factors driving immigration self-selection

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2008-01-21

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 & Politics Posted: 2008-01-17

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 , Housing Posted: 2008-01-10

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

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

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

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

European Islam: Challenges for Public Policy and Society

CEPS

This 227-page study addresses the main issues concerning the presence of Islam in Europe

European Union , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-11-21

Immigration and Income Inequality

SFI

A 39-page Danish working paper comparing immigrants' financial position relative to natives in Denmark and Germany

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-11-14

The Green Paper on the EU Asylum System: Necessary but not Sufficient

SWP

This 4-page German commentary deals with the new EU green paper on the asylum system

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-11-09

Migrant Ethnic Identity: Concept and Policy Implications

IZA

A 25-page discussion paper investigating the challenges and potentials of migration from an EU perspective

Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2007-10-10

Upcoming Peace Talks Will Not Solve the Complex Darfur Problem

PINR

A US report on the increasing complexity of the situation in Darfur

Internal Displacement , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-10-10

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

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

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

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

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

Migration, Development and Natural Disasters: Insights from the Indian Ocean Tsunami

IOM

This 94-page study discusses the interactions between natural disasters, development and migration

Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-07-16

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

Skilled Migration: The Perspective of Developing Countries

IZA

This 43-page discussion paper focuses on the effects of skilled migration on developing countries

International Development , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-07-09

When Minority Labor Migrants Meet the Welfare State

IZA

This 52-page discussion paper compares the lifecycle employment profiles of non-Western migrants to Norway with those of native Norwegians

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-07-09

Optimizing Immigration Policy: Permanent, Guest-Worker or Mode IV?

IZA

This 25-page discussionpaper examines the comparative merits of alternative immigration policies

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-07-09

Multiculturalism

Parliamentary Library - NSW

An 80-page Australian briefing paper examining key aspects of Australia's multiculturalism policy

Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2007-07-04

Peace the Only Solution to Displaced People's Needs

Life & Peace Institute

A 4-page overview of displacement in the Horn of Africa

Internal Displacement , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-07-03

Illegal Immigration, Enforcement and Minimum Wage

IZA

A 31-page discussion paper examining the connection between illegal migration, minimum wages and enforcement policy

Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-06-26

Global Report 2006

UNHCR

The Annual report of the UNHCR, reviewing the achievements and impacts of its work for refugees during 2006

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-06-26

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

Safeguarding Asylum: Sustaining Canada's Commitments to Refugees

House of Commons - Canada

This 82-page Canadian report studies refugee issues

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-06-19

Human Tide: The Real Migration Crisis

Christian Aid

A 28-page report drawing attention to the forthcoming global migration crisis likely to follow the deepening effects of climate change

Immigration & Refugees , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2007-06-18

The Role of Immigration in Sustaining the Social Security System: A Political Economy Approach

CESifo

This 45-page working paper explores the concept that immigrants benefit the economy because they help pay for the old

Ageing , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-06-13

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 & Refugees Posted: 2007-06-13

Immigration Reform: Brief Synthesis of Issue

CRS

A 6-page US report synthesizing the major elements of immigration reform in the 110th Congress

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-05-15

Reforming U.S. Immigration Policy

Brookings Institution

A 15-page positioning paper setting out the key issues relating to US immigration reform

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-05-10

Dignity, Safety and Health for Refugees

AEI

A US article criticising UNHCR's procedures for determining refugee status

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-05-02

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 & Security Posted: 2007-04-28

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 Union Posted: 2007-04-28

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

The Economic Logic of Illegal Immigration

CFR

A 62-page US report appproaching the subject of immigration through the lens of economics

Immigration & Refugees , Economic Policy Posted: 2007-04-20

Securing the UK Border: The Home Office's Vision and Strategy for the Future

Home Office, FCO - UK

A 29-page document setting out a strategy for reforming the UK immigration ysystem

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-04-03

Returning Failed Asylum Seekers from Australia

SISR

This 62-page discussion paper examines Australia's response to asylum seekers

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-04-02

EU Enlargement and Migration: Assessing the Macroeconomic Impact

NIESR, ESRI

A 21-page discussion paper considering the macroeconomic effects of migration that followed the enlargement of the EU in May 2004

European Union , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-03-30

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

Trafficking for the Purpose of Labour Exploitation: A Literature Review

Home Office - UK

A 31-page report summarizing the findings of a literature review on the trafficking of people to the UK for the purposes of labour exploitation

Crime, Law & Order , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-03-26

The Labour Market Integration of Immigrants in Australia

OECD

A 62-page report examining the integration of immigrants into the Australian labour market

Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-03-19

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 Union Posted: 2007-03-15

Living Apart Together: British Muslims and the Paradox of Multiculturalism

Policy Exchange

A 100-page report of a survey of the attitudes of Muslims in Britain and the reasons behind the rapid rise in Islamic fundamentalism among the younger generation

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-03-15

Temporary (Long Stay) Business Visas: Subclass 457

Parliamentary Library

A 4-page Australian research note gives background on the Temporary (Long Stay) Business visas and discusses controversies regarding temporary skilled and business migration

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-02-26

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 Trade Posted: 2007-02-24

Integration: An Ever-Closer Challenge

CEPS

This 18-page working document argues for closer integration to be a key point of the EU's migration policy

Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2007-02-24

Legal Immigration: Time for Europe to Play Its Hand?

CEPS

A 20-page working paper recapitulating the main phases of Community action in respect of legal immigration for economic reasons

Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2007-02-24

Germany's Regularisation of November 2006: Committed to an EU Immigration Policy?

CEPS

A 3-page commentary on the internal and European ramifications of Germany's recent regularisation of irregular residents

Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2007-02-24

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

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 & Refugees Posted: 2007-02-20

'A Violation of His or Her Human Security': New Grounds for the Recognition of Refugee Status: A Proposal for Reform

UNHCR

A 26-page research paper proposing a new definition of refugee status

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2007-02-19

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

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

Racial Inequality, Social Cohesion and Policy Issues in Canada

IRPP

This 57-page Canadian paper investigates whether racial inequality has an effect on social cohesion

Immigration & Refugees , Social Policy Posted: 2007-02-09

Living Apart Together: British Muslims and the Paradox of Multiculturalism

Policy Exchange

A 100-page study of the attitudes of Muslims in Britain and the reasons behind the rapid rise of Islamic fundamentalism among younger Muslims

Immigration & Refugees , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2007-02-08

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

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 Union Posted: 2007-01-31