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Access to Health Care among Somali Forced Migrants in Johannesburg

To identify and investigate barriers faced by Somali forced migrants when accessing health care in Johannesburg. In particular, the study seeks to compare perceptions of health personnel and migrants as to the nature of such access constraints. Design and Methods: The study made use of semi-structured and in-depth interviews with a snowball sample of health personnel and migrants.Pursell, R. (2005).  Access to Health Care among Somali Forced Migrants in Johannesburg. Forced Migration Studies Programme.

Beyond 365 Days: The Economic Integration of African Refugees in Vancouver, Canada

This study focuses on the resettlement of government-assisted refugees (GARs) from Africa to Vancouver, Canada. I explore the economic integration experiences of 19 African refugees who have lived in Vancouver beyond one year.Chang, J. (2008).  Beyond 365 Days: The Economic Integration of African Refugees in Vancouver, Canada. Forced Migration Studies Programme. 1-111.