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LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO
This thesis uses data gathered from a survey conducted in November and December of 2009 to provide an overview of the demographic profile and livelihoods strategies of a sample of Eritrean refugees in Cairo. Study results revealed that the Eritreans surveyed were predominantly single, childless and...
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| description | This thesis uses data gathered from a survey conducted in November and December of 2009 to provide an overview of the demographic profile and livelihoods strategies of a sample of Eritrean refugees in Cairo. Study results revealed that the Eritreans surveyed were predominantly single, childless and living in Cairo without family. While much of the existing literature on refugee livelihoods has focused on refugees living in camp settings and/or on refugees’ roles as spouses and parents, this study examined the strategies engaged by a group of single, urban refugees. Using a livelihoods framework comprised of capabilities, assets and activities, survey results were used to assess how respondents have established their livelihoods in Cairo, with particular attention being paid to the differences in strategies between men and women. Findings concluded that Eritrean respondents were meeting their needs through a combination of earned income and financial support from family and friends. Female respondents were more successful in finding employment than male respondents. While more women were working to support themselves and others, more men were meeting their expenses with support from employed community members in Egypt or abroad. One of the most notable results of this research was the finding that, given the restricted opportunities to work and the uncertain future in Cairo, many Eritrean respondents were intentionally delaying starting a family. In lieu of a strong family base, Eritrean respondents reported relying on their social support network in Cairo for accommodations, referrals to employment opportunities and financial assistance. |
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| spelling | oai:fount.aucegypt.edu:etds-3113 LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO Ajygin, Erin A. This thesis uses data gathered from a survey conducted in November and December of 2009 to provide an overview of the demographic profile and livelihoods strategies of a sample of Eritrean refugees in Cairo. Study results revealed that the Eritreans surveyed were predominantly single, childless and living in Cairo without family. While much of the existing literature on refugee livelihoods has focused on refugees living in camp settings and/or on refugees’ roles as spouses and parents, this study examined the strategies engaged by a group of single, urban refugees. Using a livelihoods framework comprised of capabilities, assets and activities, survey results were used to assess how respondents have established their livelihoods in Cairo, with particular attention being paid to the differences in strategies between men and women. Findings concluded that Eritrean respondents were meeting their needs through a combination of earned income and financial support from family and friends. Female respondents were more successful in finding employment than male respondents. While more women were working to support themselves and others, more men were meeting their expenses with support from employed community members in Egypt or abroad. One of the most notable results of this research was the finding that, given the restricted opportunities to work and the uncertain future in Cairo, many Eritrean respondents were intentionally delaying starting a family. In lieu of a strong family base, Eritrean respondents reported relying on their social support network in Cairo for accommodations, referrals to employment opportunities and financial assistance. 2010-01-01T08:00:00Z thesis application/pdf https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/2078 https://fount.aucegypt.edu/context/etds/article/3113/viewcontent/Erin_Thesis.pdf The American University in Cairo grants authors of theses and dissertations a maximum embargo period of two years from the date of submission, upon request. After the embargo elapses, these documents are made available publicly. If you are the author of this thesis or dissertation, and would like to request an exceptional extension of the embargo period, please write to thesisadmin@aucegypt.edu http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Theses and Dissertations AUC Knowledge Fountain Refugee studies Egypt Eritrean immigrants Migration Studies |
| spellingShingle | Refugee studies Egypt Eritrean immigrants Migration Studies Ajygin, Erin A. LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO |
| title | LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO |
| title_full | LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO |
| title_fullStr | LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO |
| title_full_unstemmed | LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO |
| title_short | LIVELIHOODS AND FAMILY FORMATION AMONG ERITREAN REFUGEES IN CAIRO |
| title_sort | livelihoods and family formation among eritrean refugees in cairo |
| topic | Refugee studies Egypt Eritrean immigrants Migration Studies |
| url | https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/2078 https://fount.aucegypt.edu/context/etds/article/3113/viewcontent/Erin_Thesis.pdf |
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