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A Future for Ukrainian Refugees in Europe Beyond Temporary Protection

21.09.2023 , in ((Europe on the Brink)) , ((No Comments))

The future of Ukrainian refugees in Europe remains uncertain after the “Temporary Protection” measure adopted by the member states is no longer applicable. A European follow-up arrangement is necessary, which preserves Ukrainian’s freedom of movement and treats them like EU citizens. This would involve continued access to employment, housing, and ...

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How Trade Agreements Shape Switzerland’s Immigration Policy

23.08.2023 , in ((Gestion migratoire)) , ((No Comments))
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Preferential trade agreements (PTAs) are meant to facilitate trade between countries. Yet, beneath the surface of these economic treaties lies a lesser-known dimension that extends beyond trade – the intricate regulation of international migration. A new dataset produced by researchers from the nccr – on the move based on these ...

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Breaking Biases: Deconstructing Myths on Immigrant Women in Switzerland

28.06.2023 , in ((What do we mean by…)) , ((No Comments))
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Immigrant women play a vital role in Switzerland, yet their narratives are often reduced to stereotypes such as, “looking for a husband” or “working as nannies.” In reality, immigrant women have contributed greatly to Swiss society. It seems therefore important to challenge misconceptions about immigrant women in Switzerland. In the ...

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Can Online Courses Replace International Student Exchanges?

07.07.2021 , in ((Social Work)) , ((No Comments))
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Most students’ assessment of online courses highlights two different tendencies. On the one hand, they would rather have face-to-face events, especially if these imply attending an international course in another country.  On the other hand, they appreciate online events, because of the career advancement possibilities they offer, the lower costs ...

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