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Exploring The Impact Of Immigrants' Views Of Public Sentiment, Jacqueline Salaway
Exploring The Impact Of Immigrants' Views Of Public Sentiment, Jacqueline Salaway
Social Work Theses
Immigration is an issue that has become increasingly important in American society. An understanding of the issue of immigration, as well as the various issues related to it, is essential in the social work profession. It is apparent through recent changes in national immigration policies that the “pathway to citizenship” is becoming increasingly difficult. The literature reveals that public sentiment about immigration strongly influences the development of these policies. In addition to the influence that public sentiment has on policy-making, it is equally important to understand the ways in which public sentiment impacts immigrants’ perceptions of themselves. This research study …
Francophone African Immigration To The United States: Causes And Implications For American Social Work Practice, Whitney R. Henderson
Francophone African Immigration To The United States: Causes And Implications For American Social Work Practice, Whitney R. Henderson
Social Work Theses
Francophone, or French-speaking, West Africans immigrants within the United States are of particular interest due to their choice of relocation. It is noteworthy because they are choosing not to immigrate to France, where there is excellent healthcare offered and the language commonality between France and the immigrant. This research studies why members of this population were choosing the United States over France. This exploratory research of Francophone West African immigration to the United States was conducted via face-to-face interviews with three members of this particular population in Providence, Rhode Island. Results from the interviews indicated that there are various reasons …