The Economic Life of Refugees
Author | : Karen Jacobsen |
Publisher | : Kumarian Press |
Total Pages | : 145 |
Release | : 2005 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781565492042 |
ISBN-13 | : 1565492048 |
Rating | : 4/5 (42 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Economic Life of Refugees written by Karen Jacobsen and published by Kumarian Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens to refugees, the victims of forced migration, once the first rush of media attention and aid has passed and they must rebuild their lives essentially on their own? Karen Jacobsen explores the economic survival strategies of refugees, and the obstacles that they face, as they live in a protracted state of displacement. She also proposes alternative approaches for humanitarian agencies seeking to offer meaningful support.