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Crises Don’t Speak for Themselves – They Are Interpreted Through Narratives

27.05.2026 , in ((Narratives on Migration in Times of Crisis, Politique)) , ((Pas de commentaires))

Migration and crisis are increasingly seen as interconnected, but their relationship is neither fixed nor self-explanatory. Migration may emerge as a response to crisis, a consequence of instability, or become framed as a crisis itself within receiving societies. Crises do not speak for themselves – they become politically and socially ...

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Vulnerabilization of Migrant Workers During Crises

26.03.2025 , in ((Vulnerabilization of Migrant Workers During Crises)) , ((Pas de commentaires))
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The COVID-19 pandemic hit undocumented migrant workers, a population already living in precarious and particularly hard circumstances. Often overlooked and misunderstood, their lives remain largely invisible with limited data available to illustrate their struggles, especially in times of crisis. In Geneva, Switzerland, many grappled to cope with losing their jobs, ...

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The Quiet Strength of Japan’s Friendship Associations in Supporting Immigrants

25.09.2024 , in ((Politique)) , ((Pas de commentaires))

As Japan grapples with labor shortages and a rapidly aging population, its peri-urban cities increasingly rely on immigrants. Yet, without a cohesive national immigration policy, grassroots organizations like International Friendship Associations (IFAs) quietly provide the only community support for many immigrants. Offering services such as language education and legal guidance, ...

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