Managing migration in modern welfare states: One-size policy does not fit all
2022 (English)In: Handbook on Migration and Welfare / [ed] Markus M. L. Crepaz, Edward Elgar Publishing, 2022, p. 13-44Chapter in book (Other academic)
Abstract [en]
This chapter provides an overview of migration trends in the principal welfare states with a focus on (1) employment of migrants - as a key indicator of integration - and (2) the factors that affect labor market integration of immigrants in the host societies. We look next at (3) the fiscal impact of first-generation immigrants before (4) developing a comparison of labor market and social inclusion programs designed to enhance the integration of immigrants. Finally, (5) we explore four national models of migration management to illustrate the policy dilemmas that welfare states face, including the challenge of delivering public services to asylum seekers. We argue that there is not a single policy that encapsulates best practice for managing migration in welfare states, but that granting rights to immigrants up front is the key to integration and to long-term positive outcomes for the immigrants, the economy, and the welfare state.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Edward Elgar Publishing, 2022. p. 13-44
National Category
International Migration and Ethnic Relations
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:mau:diva-54160DOI: 10.4337/9781839104572.00007Scopus ID: 2-s2.0-85130197709ISBN: 9781839104572 ISBN: 9781839104565 OAI: oai:DiVA.org:mau-54160DiVA, id: diva2:1685427
2022-08-022022-08-022022-08-02Bibliographically approved