Recent igs_bimi items

From Forced Relocation to Social Ascension: An Examination of Vietnamese Migratory Trends, Adjustment, and Social Advancement in America

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

This research paper critically assesses the practices, policies, and implications surrounding the integration of Vietnamese immigrants in the United States. For clarity, this study is broken into four sections. Part I begins with a brief overview of Vietnamese migration, including the primary factors driving international migration and resettlement within the United States. Part II then turns to data from the U.S. Census American Community Survey taken from 2021 (5-year report), 2022 (1-year report), and additional national-level datasets to probe into the socioeconomic progression of Vietnamese immigrants. Factors including, inter alia, education, English proficiency, occupation, median household income, and poverty rates are examined. Part III then offers actionable insights in areas including research, practice, and policy for better serving the Vietnamese-American community and highlights ongoing challenges they encounter.

Learning to Play, Playing to Heal: An Evaluation of Early Childhood Education Access for Refugee Children in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The issue of refugee education has been an enduring crisis in Cox Bazar, Bangladesh, where over half of the Rohingya refugee population are children. Various solutions and initiatives have been posed to alleviate the issue of refugee education access in Cox Bazar. However, few have been analyzed for their effectiveness on psychosocial, socioemotional, and learning outcomes amongst Rohingya children. This policy brief examines the efficacy of early childhood education for refugee children and offers recommendations to strenghthen and expand programs.

Indigenous Latinx Students: Visibility and Empowerment in the American School System

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Despite representing over 30 countries and countless ethnicities and languages, the Latinx/Hispanic population in the United States is often viewed as a monolith. This misconception especially harms Indigenous immigrants from Latin America. Research by Dr. Patricia Baquedano-López, a BIMI affiliate and Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Education, provides recommendations for how schools can better serve their Indigenous Latin American students and combat the marginalization of Indigenous immigrants from Latin America (IILAs) more broadly. Read more about Dr. Baquedano-López's projects here.

“Belonging Beyond Borders:A Tale of Historical Reminiscence, Black Diasporic Communities, and Me”

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Embark on a captivating journey through the vibrant landscapes of Africa, guided by Alexandra's rich narrative in this new BIMI blog. In this heartfelt account, Alexandra, a child of the Ethiopian Diaspora, shares her deep-rooted connection to the continent's diverse cultures, music, and history. From childhood memories steeped in the rhythms of Fela Kuti and Miriam Makeba to a transformative visit to Ghana, Alexandra's words weave a tapestry of exploration, unity, and belonging.

Addressing Migrant Farmworker Injury in the United States