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Experiences of African refugee young adult males in Canada

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This phenomenological study explores the migration and resettlement experiences of 10 African refugee young adult male residing in Southern Manitoba, Canada. The study examines the barriers they encounter during settlement and the forms of support they access to facilitate social adjustment and integration. Data was generated through in-depth, semi-structured interviews to capture participants lived experiences and meaning-making processes. The findings reveal multiple, intersecting barriers, including dangerous migration journeys, high living costs, limited employment opportunities, discrimination, and the non-recognition of prior credentials. Participants emphasized the critical role of ethnic community networks, family support, and experiences of freedom and safety in supporting their adjustment. The study also reflects on the researcher’s positionality and its implications for qualitative inquiry. The findings highlight the importance of culturally grounded support interventions and responsive policies in enhancing the social integration and wellbeing of African refugee young adults in Canada.

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  • Osiname, Ayodeji, 2026. "Experiences of African refugee young adult males in Canada," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 188(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:cysrev:v:188:y:2026:i:c:s0190740926003993
    DOI: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2026.109146
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