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Research project on migrant workers living in Ireland
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- Press Release - February 20th 2008: Churches and Unions urged to reach out to migrant workers
- Speaking Notes of Archbishop Diarmuid Martin D.D. at the launch of "What's the story"
- February 2008 - Official launch
- Official launch - Photo gallery
- July 2007 - Project update
- April 2007 - Project update
The project
The YCW carried out a research project on migrant workers living in Ireland. The aim is to know the reality of Migrant Workers in Ireland today in relation to the following:
Work Situation
- Current job versus qualifications from home.
- Experiences of work in Ireland.
- Knowledge of Rights and Entitlements.
- Experiences of Racism/negativity.
- Difficulties regarding integration in workplace.
Social
- Living conditions i.e. renting, tenant, owner. (establishment of roots – long/short term stay in Ireland planned?)
- Integration in community life, Politics, Organisations etc.?
- What barriers have been experienced (eg. Language, cultural)?
- Has it been easy/difficult to keep own culture while living within another?
Faith
- Is there a commitment to Faith?
- Is a Faith Community sought out upon arrival in Ireland?
- What is the role of that Community in assisting immigrants?
- Is it a support/Block to integration? (Does it mean community only mix within their own community?)
Outcome/Results of research
The results of the research will be used to influence the direction of the YCW, to assist us in making contact with migrant workers and to inform YCW’s employment policy.
Research findings will be used to influence:
- The YCW
- Government
- Church
- Unions
- National Youth Council of Ireland
Who's involved?
YCW's migrant worker research was carried out by Dr. Marcus Hopkins and Natalia Wizimirska.
How to find out more
To find out more about the research contact YCW.