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Refugee Integration: Key concerns and areas for further research

In November and December 2011 the Canadian Council for Refugees consulted with settlement practitioners, private sponsors, academics and other stakeholders, on issues relating to the integration of refugees in Canada. The objective was to identify current priority concerns regarding refugee integration and related areas for further research. The project, supported by the UNHCR, builds on … Continue reading Refugee Integration: Key concerns and areas for further research

Migration Policy Brief: Violence, Labour and the Displacement of Zimbabweans in De Doorns, Western Cape

The Forced Migration Studies Programme announces the release of its newest Migration Policy Brief: Violence, Labour and the Displacement of Zimbabweans in De Doorns, Western Cape The Migration Policy Brief series is a resource for practitioners and intends to facilitate informed discussion on current issues in relation to migration in Southern Africa.  From 14-17 November … Continue reading Migration Policy Brief: Violence, Labour and the Displacement of Zimbabweans in De Doorns, Western Cape

Detention and the Best Interests of the Child

The CCR has just published a report, Detention and Best interests of the child, which shows that detention of children is NOT limited to exceptional circumstances and that their best interests are not always considered.