Integration and Resettlement of Refugees and Forced Migrants

This timely examination of refugee integration and resettlement analyzes the dramatic policy shifts that have reshaped the landscape for forced migrants since 2017, focusing on the divergent approaches taken by national governments and local communities. The book provides crucial insight into how visa restrictions, travel bans, and other regulatory changes have created vastly different settlement experiences for displaced populations, while also exploring how local responses—from sanctuary cities to exclusionary policies—have directly impacted refugees' ability to rebuild their lives.

What distinguishes this work is its nuanced analysis of the tension between national and local governance in refugee reception, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of how policy decisions at multiple levels affect real integration outcomes. The book will particularly resonate with students of migration studies, policymakers, and advocates seeking to understand the complex dynamics of refugee resettlement in an era of political polarization. Its examination of how local communities either resist or reinforce national policies provides essential context for anyone working with displaced populations or interested in the future of refugee protection.