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Challenges Faced by Unaccompanied Minor-refugees in South Africa

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: This qualitative study explored the experiences of unaccompanied minor-refugees from Zimbabwe to South Africa. Ten (10) participants, from a shelter in Limpopo Province, were selected using purposive sampling. Five childcare workers also participated. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the minors and a focus group with the childcare workers to collect the data. Thematic analysis was applied for data analysis. The findings revealed that services by statutory social workers were limited, compared to services by social workers employed in non-governmental organisations. The results highlighted the vulnerability to exploitation and a sense of hopelessness that refugee children experience in South Africa.

Source: Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk

DOI: 10.15270/52-1-480

Authors: Lungile Magqibelo Magqibelo, Marcel Londt, Shiron September, Nicolette Roman

Institution: University of the Western Cape

Language: English

Topic: Migration, Racism, and Human Rights

Subfield: Law

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Decent work and economic growth, Good health and well-being, No poverty

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $185