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Reconciling the Estimates of Potential Migration into the Enlarged European Union
IZA
This 35-page discussion paper reviews the literature on potential migration into the enlarged EU and reconciles the results with recent evidence
European Union
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-12-28
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
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
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
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 Policy Posted: 2006-12-07
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 Policy Posted: 2006-12-07
Intermarriage, Language and Economic Assimilation Process: A Case Study of France
IZA
This 31-page discussion paper studies the role of intermarriage in the process of immigrant economic assimilation in France
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-12-01
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
Immigrants in a Booming Economy: Analyzing Their Earnings and Welfare Dependence
IZA
A 24-page discussion paper examining the earnings and welfare dependence of immigrants to Ireland, compared with the native population
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-11-28
Race and the Criminal Justice System: An Overview of the Complete Statistics 2004-2005
Home Office - UK
A 47-page UK report presenting a summary of key findings about black and ethnic minorities' experience of the criminal justice system
Crime, Law & Order
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-11-21
Evaluating ERF and Challenge Fund Services Report
Home Office - UK
A 69-page UK report on the views of refugees on the services provided by two funds focusing on social needs in regugee communities
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-11-21
The Social Assimilation of Immigrants
IZA
This 34-page discussion paper examines the social integration of immigrants into host countries within Europe
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-11-21
Why do Low- and High-Skill Workers Migrate? Flow Evidence from France
CESifo
This 35-page paper investigates whether standard determinants influence international migration of workers to France with the same intensity across different skill levels
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-11-10
The Politics of Extraterritorial Processing: Offshore Asylum Policies in Europe and the Pacific
Refugee Study Centre - Oxford University
A 42-page working paper examining the use of extraterritorial asylum policies in Europe and the Pacific
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-11-06
How Immigrants Fare Across the Earnings Distribution: International Analyses
IZA
This 40-page discussion paper studies the determinants of the distribution of earnings among the native-born and immigrants in the US and Australia
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-11-06
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 Union Posted: 2006-11-01
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 & Hunger Posted: 2006-10-27
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 Union Posted: 2006-10-27
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2006-10-26
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
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
No Elexir of Youth: Immigration Cannot Keep Canada Young
C.D. Howe Institute
This 16-page Canadian backgrounder investigates the extent to which immigration might compensate for Canada's ageing population
Ageing
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-09-26
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
Individual Attitudes Towards Immigrants: Welfare State Determinants Across Countries
CESifo
This 46-page discussion paper analyses welfare state determinants of individual attitudes towards immigrants and their interaction with labour market drivers of preferences
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-09-23
Immigration and Child and Family Policy
Urban Institute
A 36-page report assessing how the changing demographics of the low-income child population are affecting child and familly policy in the US (with special reference to immigrant families)
Immigration & Refugees
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2006-09-21
Joint Patrols at the EU's Southern Border
SWP-Berlin
A 9-page German commentary on the implications of the use of border patrols by the EU to prevent illegal immigration
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2006-09-19
Negotiating the Maze
Joint Standing Committee on Migration - Parliament of Australia
This 368-page Australian report considers skills recognition, upgrading and licensing of people trained outside Australia
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-09-18
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-08-15
Immigrants and Civic Integration in Western Europe
Institute for Research on Public Policy
A 30-page chapter from a forthcoming book, comparing immigrant integration policies in several Western European countries and linking them to Canada's approach to multculturalism and immigration
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-08-02
The Economic Determinants of Ethnic Assimilation
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 33-page paper focuses on understanding the economic forces that support the assimilation of ethnic groups into a larger society
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-07-23
Muslims in Europe: Economic Worries Top Concerns About Religious and Cultural Identities
Pew Trusts
Findings of a survey of the major concerns of Europe's Muslim population
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-07-11
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
Language Services in Victoria's Health System: Perspectives of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Consumers
Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health
A 56-page Australian report on the perspectives of ethnically diverse patients on language services in the health system
Health
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-07-06
Immigration and Insecurity: Post-9/11 Fear in the United States
Center for International Studies
This 4-page essay takes a critical look at US immigration policy and practice since 9/11
Immigration & Refugees
, Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2006-07-02
Warm Welcome? Understanding Public Attitudes to Asylum Seekers in Scotland
Institute for Public Policy Research
The 37-page report of a study of what people in Scotland think about asylum seekers and refugees, and what informs these opinions
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-06-26
International Migration and Development
United Nations
A 90-page report by the UN Secretary-General, discussing the relationship between international migration and economic development, and associated issues
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-06-26
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
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 Union Posted: 2006-06-08
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
Remittances, Institutions and Economic Growth
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 29-page discussion paper considers the impact of international migrants' remittances to sustainable economic development
International Development
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-05-24
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
Individual Attitudes Towards Immigrants: Welfare State Determinants Across Countries
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 43-page discussion paper analyzes welfare state determinants of individual attitudes towards immigrants and their interaction with labour market drivers of preferences
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-05-19
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
Humane Rights: The Refugee Convention as a Blueprint for Complementary Protection Status
Sydney Centre for International and Global Law
This Australian paper examines the fundamental conceptual connections between international refugee law and human rights law
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-05-02
EU Enlargement: Bulgaria and Rumania - Migration Implications for the UK
Institute for Public Policy Research
A 38-page factfile analyzing the likely impact of Bulgarian and Romanian accession to the EU on immigration to the UK
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2006-04-27
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2006-04-26
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2006-04-25
Making Connections: Social and Civil Engagement Among Canadian Immigrants
Canadian Council on Social Development
A 50-page report on the contribution made to Canadian society by immigrants
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-04-24
The Nexus betwen Immigration, Integration and Citizenship in the EU
Centre for European Policy Studies
A series of seminar papers addressing the nexus between immigration, integration and citizenship in the EU and the effects emerging from that relationship
European Union
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-04-12
Remittances: Latin America's Faulty Lifeline
MIT Center for International Studies
This 4-page essay examines some of the deleterious effects of remittances sent by migrants to their native countries
Immigration & Refugees
, International Development Posted: 2006-04-07
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
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
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2006-03-10
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
Reforming Global Migration Regimes
Institute for Futures Studies
The papers delivered at a Stockholm workshop held to identify options for progress in transnational cooperation on migration and improvements in existing national policies (single page with links to each paper)
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-02-21
Regional Seminar on Internal Displacement in the Southern African Development Community Region
UNHCR
A 66-page report of a seminar held to discuss internal displacement in the SADC region of Southern Africa
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-02-16
Strengthening Protection of Internally Displaced Persons: The UN's Role
Brookings Institution
This 9-page U.S. article urges a strengthened international response to situations of internal displacement
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2006-02-16
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2006-02-14
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
Overcoming Obstacles to Humanitarian Assistance in Darfur
United States Institute of Peace
This briefing summarizes a discussion on the rising insecurity of civilians in Darfur
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-01
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 Union Posted: 2006-01-24
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
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2006-01-03
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
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
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2005-12-14
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2005-12-13
Wage and Employment Effects of Immigration to Germany: Evidence from a Skill Group Approach
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 33-page German discussion paper analyses the labour market impact of immigration, using variation in the labour supply of foreigners across groups of workers with the same level of education but different work experience
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-12-11
EU Visas and the Western Balkans
Crisis Group
A 26-page report criticising EU visa policy towards the Western Balkans countries
European Union
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-12-02
Selecting Wisely: Making Managed Migration Work for Britain
Institute for Public Policy Research
A 37-page U.K. paper responding to the Home Office consultation on proposed changes to the managed migration system
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-11-29
Global Economic Prospects: The Economic Implications of Remittances and Migration
World Bank
This 182-page report deals with the size and importance of remittances by migrants from developing countries
Immigration & Refugees
, International Development Posted: 2005-11-21
Protecting Two Million Internally Displaced: The Successes and Shortcomings of the African Union in Darfur
Brookings-Bern Project on Internal Displacement
This 64-page occasional paper provides a first hand account of the successes and shortcomings of the AU's intervention in Darfur, with recommendations for improving the AU's capacity
Immigration & Refugees
, Disarmament & Peacekeeping Posted: 2005-11-19
"We Shall Travel On": Quality of Care, Economic Development and the International Migration of Long-Term Care Workers
AARP
This 94-page issue paper examines the growing international migration of workers from developing countries to provide long-term care services in the developed world
Ageing
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-11-10
International Migration, Remittances and the Brain Drain
World Bank
This 292-page report examines the economic effects of migration on developing countries
Immigration & Refugees
, International Development Posted: 2005-11-01
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
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
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2005-10-12
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2005-10-12
High Skilled Immigration in the International Arena
Institute for the Study of Labor
An 11-page discussion paper dealing with the international mobility of high skilled workers
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-10-12
Migration in an Interconnected World: New Directions for Action
Global Commission on International Migration
This 90-page report offers a comprehensive analysis of key global policy issues in international migration
Immigration & Refugees
, Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2005-10-09
Refugees and Regional Settlement: Balancing Priorities
Brotherhood of St. Laurence
This 69-page Australian report examines the refugee settlement experience in three Australian country towns
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-09-23
How Important is Homeland Education for Refugees' Economic Position in the Netherlands?
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 31-page discussion paper examines returns to homeland education for refugees admitted to the Netherlands
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-09-21
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
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
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-13
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-13
Reconciling Demand for Labour Migration with Public Concerns About Immigration: Germany and the UK
Anglo-German Foundation
This 64-page study investigates the reasons for public resistance to immigration in Germany and the UK
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-09-07
Housing Need and Provision for Recently-Arrived Refugees in Australia
Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute
A 4-page policy bulletin describing the housing situation of recent refugees to Australia
Immigration & Refugees
, Housing Posted: 2005-09-07
European Asylum Policy
Institute for the Study of Labor
A 33-page discussion paper offering proposals for the development of a Common European Asylum System
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-08-31
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
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
Immigrant Performance and Selective Immigration Policy: A European Perspective
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 29-page paper discusses the economic rationale of a selective immigration policy and provides empirical evidence about the adverse effects of current selection mechanisms
Immigration & Refugees
, European Union Posted: 2005-08-22
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2005-08-22
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
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
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 & Refugees
Posted: 2005-07-11
The Detention and Removal of Asylum Seekers
Parliamentary Library - Australia
An e-brief summarizing the issue of the detention of asylum seekers in Australia, together with links to material on policies and practices in other countries
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-07-06
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
International Migration: A Panel Data Analysis of Economic and Non-Economic Determinants
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 41-page discussion paper investigates economic and -non-economic determinants of migration inflows in 14 OECD countries between 1980 and 1995
Immigration & Refugees
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-05-10
Opening the Door to Our Community: A Framework for Engaging Victoria's Newest Residents - Refugees, TPV Holders and Asylum Seekers
Centre for Applied Social Research
A 72-page Australian report on the success of an inner-urban service provider in easing the resettlement process for refugees on temporary protection visas, and asylum seekers
Immigration & Refugees
Posted: 2005-04-29
Reconciling the Estimates of Potential Migration into the Enlarged European Union
IZA
This 35-page discussion paper reviews the literature on potential migration into the enlarged EU and reconciles the results with recent evidence
European Union , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-12-28
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
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
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
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 Policy Posted: 2006-12-07
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 Policy Posted: 2006-12-07
Intermarriage, Language and Economic Assimilation Process: A Case Study of France
IZA
This 31-page discussion paper studies the role of intermarriage in the process of immigrant economic assimilation in France
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-12-01
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
Immigrants in a Booming Economy: Analyzing Their Earnings and Welfare Dependence
IZA
A 24-page discussion paper examining the earnings and welfare dependence of immigrants to Ireland, compared with the native population
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-11-28
Race and the Criminal Justice System: An Overview of the Complete Statistics 2004-2005
Home Office - UK
A 47-page UK report presenting a summary of key findings about black and ethnic minorities' experience of the criminal justice system
Crime, Law & Order , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-11-21
Evaluating ERF and Challenge Fund Services Report
Home Office - UK
A 69-page UK report on the views of refugees on the services provided by two funds focusing on social needs in regugee communities
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-11-21
The Social Assimilation of Immigrants
IZA
This 34-page discussion paper examines the social integration of immigrants into host countries within Europe
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-11-21
Why do Low- and High-Skill Workers Migrate? Flow Evidence from France
CESifo
This 35-page paper investigates whether standard determinants influence international migration of workers to France with the same intensity across different skill levels
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-11-10
The Politics of Extraterritorial Processing: Offshore Asylum Policies in Europe and the Pacific
Refugee Study Centre - Oxford University
A 42-page working paper examining the use of extraterritorial asylum policies in Europe and the Pacific
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-11-06
How Immigrants Fare Across the Earnings Distribution: International Analyses
IZA
This 40-page discussion paper studies the determinants of the distribution of earnings among the native-born and immigrants in the US and Australia
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-11-06
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 Union Posted: 2006-11-01
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 & Hunger Posted: 2006-10-27
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 Union Posted: 2006-10-27
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-10-26
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
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
No Elexir of Youth: Immigration Cannot Keep Canada Young
C.D. Howe Institute
This 16-page Canadian backgrounder investigates the extent to which immigration might compensate for Canada's ageing population
Ageing , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-09-26
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
Individual Attitudes Towards Immigrants: Welfare State Determinants Across Countries
CESifo
This 46-page discussion paper analyses welfare state determinants of individual attitudes towards immigrants and their interaction with labour market drivers of preferences
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-09-23
Immigration and Child and Family Policy
Urban Institute
A 36-page report assessing how the changing demographics of the low-income child population are affecting child and familly policy in the US (with special reference to immigrant families)
Immigration & Refugees , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2006-09-21
Joint Patrols at the EU's Southern Border
SWP-Berlin
A 9-page German commentary on the implications of the use of border patrols by the EU to prevent illegal immigration
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2006-09-19
Negotiating the Maze
Joint Standing Committee on Migration - Parliament of Australia
This 368-page Australian report considers skills recognition, upgrading and licensing of people trained outside Australia
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-09-18
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-08-15
Immigrants and Civic Integration in Western Europe
Institute for Research on Public Policy
A 30-page chapter from a forthcoming book, comparing immigrant integration policies in several Western European countries and linking them to Canada's approach to multculturalism and immigration
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-08-02
The Economic Determinants of Ethnic Assimilation
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 33-page paper focuses on understanding the economic forces that support the assimilation of ethnic groups into a larger society
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-07-23
Muslims in Europe: Economic Worries Top Concerns About Religious and Cultural Identities
Pew Trusts
Findings of a survey of the major concerns of Europe's Muslim population
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-07-11
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
Language Services in Victoria's Health System: Perspectives of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Consumers
Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health
A 56-page Australian report on the perspectives of ethnically diverse patients on language services in the health system
Health , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-07-06
Immigration and Insecurity: Post-9/11 Fear in the United States
Center for International Studies
This 4-page essay takes a critical look at US immigration policy and practice since 9/11
Immigration & Refugees , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2006-07-02
Warm Welcome? Understanding Public Attitudes to Asylum Seekers in Scotland
Institute for Public Policy Research
The 37-page report of a study of what people in Scotland think about asylum seekers and refugees, and what informs these opinions
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-06-26
International Migration and Development
United Nations
A 90-page report by the UN Secretary-General, discussing the relationship between international migration and economic development, and associated issues
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-06-26
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
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 Union Posted: 2006-06-08
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
Remittances, Institutions and Economic Growth
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 29-page discussion paper considers the impact of international migrants' remittances to sustainable economic development
International Development , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-05-24
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
Individual Attitudes Towards Immigrants: Welfare State Determinants Across Countries
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 43-page discussion paper analyzes welfare state determinants of individual attitudes towards immigrants and their interaction with labour market drivers of preferences
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2006-05-19
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
Humane Rights: The Refugee Convention as a Blueprint for Complementary Protection Status
Sydney Centre for International and Global Law
This Australian paper examines the fundamental conceptual connections between international refugee law and human rights law
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-05-02
EU Enlargement: Bulgaria and Rumania - Migration Implications for the UK
Institute for Public Policy Research
A 38-page factfile analyzing the likely impact of Bulgarian and Romanian accession to the EU on immigration to the UK
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2006-04-27
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-04-26
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-04-25
Making Connections: Social and Civil Engagement Among Canadian Immigrants
Canadian Council on Social Development
A 50-page report on the contribution made to Canadian society by immigrants
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-04-24
The Nexus betwen Immigration, Integration and Citizenship in the EU
Centre for European Policy Studies
A series of seminar papers addressing the nexus between immigration, integration and citizenship in the EU and the effects emerging from that relationship
European Union , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-04-12
Remittances: Latin America's Faulty Lifeline
MIT Center for International Studies
This 4-page essay examines some of the deleterious effects of remittances sent by migrants to their native countries
Immigration & Refugees , International Development Posted: 2006-04-07
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
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
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-03-10
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
Reforming Global Migration Regimes
Institute for Futures Studies
The papers delivered at a Stockholm workshop held to identify options for progress in transnational cooperation on migration and improvements in existing national policies (single page with links to each paper)
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-21
Regional Seminar on Internal Displacement in the Southern African Development Community Region
UNHCR
A 66-page report of a seminar held to discuss internal displacement in the SADC region of Southern Africa
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-16
Strengthening Protection of Internally Displaced Persons: The UN's Role
Brookings Institution
This 9-page U.S. article urges a strengthened international response to situations of internal displacement
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-16
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-14
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
Overcoming Obstacles to Humanitarian Assistance in Darfur
United States Institute of Peace
This briefing summarizes a discussion on the rising insecurity of civilians in Darfur
Defence, Terrorism & Security , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2006-02-01
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 Union Posted: 2006-01-24
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
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 & Refugees Posted: 2006-01-03
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
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
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-12-14
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-12-13
Wage and Employment Effects of Immigration to Germany: Evidence from a Skill Group Approach
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 33-page German discussion paper analyses the labour market impact of immigration, using variation in the labour supply of foreigners across groups of workers with the same level of education but different work experience
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-12-11
EU Visas and the Western Balkans
Crisis Group
A 26-page report criticising EU visa policy towards the Western Balkans countries
European Union , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-12-02
Selecting Wisely: Making Managed Migration Work for Britain
Institute for Public Policy Research
A 37-page U.K. paper responding to the Home Office consultation on proposed changes to the managed migration system
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-11-29
Global Economic Prospects: The Economic Implications of Remittances and Migration
World Bank
This 182-page report deals with the size and importance of remittances by migrants from developing countries
Immigration & Refugees , International Development Posted: 2005-11-21
Protecting Two Million Internally Displaced: The Successes and Shortcomings of the African Union in Darfur
Brookings-Bern Project on Internal Displacement
This 64-page occasional paper provides a first hand account of the successes and shortcomings of the AU's intervention in Darfur, with recommendations for improving the AU's capacity
Immigration & Refugees , Disarmament & Peacekeeping Posted: 2005-11-19
"We Shall Travel On": Quality of Care, Economic Development and the International Migration of Long-Term Care Workers
AARP
This 94-page issue paper examines the growing international migration of workers from developing countries to provide long-term care services in the developed world
Ageing , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-11-10
International Migration, Remittances and the Brain Drain
World Bank
This 292-page report examines the economic effects of migration on developing countries
Immigration & Refugees , International Development Posted: 2005-11-01
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
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
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-10-12
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-10-12
High Skilled Immigration in the International Arena
Institute for the Study of Labor
An 11-page discussion paper dealing with the international mobility of high skilled workers
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-10-12
Migration in an Interconnected World: New Directions for Action
Global Commission on International Migration
This 90-page report offers a comprehensive analysis of key global policy issues in international migration
Immigration & Refugees , Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2005-10-09
Refugees and Regional Settlement: Balancing Priorities
Brotherhood of St. Laurence
This 69-page Australian report examines the refugee settlement experience in three Australian country towns
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-23
How Important is Homeland Education for Refugees' Economic Position in the Netherlands?
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 31-page discussion paper examines returns to homeland education for refugees admitted to the Netherlands
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-09-21
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
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
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-13
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-13
Reconciling Demand for Labour Migration with Public Concerns About Immigration: Germany and the UK
Anglo-German Foundation
This 64-page study investigates the reasons for public resistance to immigration in Germany and the UK
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-09-07
Housing Need and Provision for Recently-Arrived Refugees in Australia
Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute
A 4-page policy bulletin describing the housing situation of recent refugees to Australia
Immigration & Refugees , Housing Posted: 2005-09-07
European Asylum Policy
Institute for the Study of Labor
A 33-page discussion paper offering proposals for the development of a Common European Asylum System
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-08-31
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
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
Immigrant Performance and Selective Immigration Policy: A European Perspective
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 29-page paper discusses the economic rationale of a selective immigration policy and provides empirical evidence about the adverse effects of current selection mechanisms
Immigration & Refugees , European Union Posted: 2005-08-22
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-08-22
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
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
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 & Refugees Posted: 2005-07-11
The Detention and Removal of Asylum Seekers
Parliamentary Library - Australia
An e-brief summarizing the issue of the detention of asylum seekers in Australia, together with links to material on policies and practices in other countries
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-07-06
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
International Migration: A Panel Data Analysis of Economic and Non-Economic Determinants
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 41-page discussion paper investigates economic and -non-economic determinants of migration inflows in 14 OECD countries between 1980 and 1995
Immigration & Refugees , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-05-10
Opening the Door to Our Community: A Framework for Engaging Victoria's Newest Residents - Refugees, TPV Holders and Asylum Seekers
Centre for Applied Social Research
A 72-page Australian report on the success of an inner-urban service provider in easing the resettlement process for refugees on temporary protection visas, and asylum seekers
Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2005-04-29