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Refugees’ remittances to precarious IDPs in North Syria, Al-Raeai, between 2017 and 2023

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  • Abdulnaser Aljasem
  • Ali Aljasem
  • Feras Shabou
  • Laura Sayah
  • Samir Al-Abdullah

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This study explores the impact and role of refugee remittances to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) as part of the repertoire of financial coping strategies of displaced people, with a focus on the Al-Raeai region in northwestern Syria. Our paper examines the ‘dual precarity’ of both refugees and IDPs, contributing to the literature on refugee studies. The paper outlines the frequency and unique features of remittances, and the extent to which they contribute to household income and spending patterns. Moreover, it highlights the IDPs' concerns when remittances are interrupted and the potential alternatives. Factors other than war and conflict, COVID-19 and the earthquake (natural disasters) for instance, are also explored. Our research shows that remittances are indispensable for the IDPs, are determined by the senders’ country of origin, and enhance the bonds between families and social circles, especially in emergency events.

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  • Abdulnaser Aljasem & Ali Aljasem & Feras Shabou & Laura Sayah & Samir Al-Abdullah, 2025. "Refugees’ remittances to precarious IDPs in North Syria, Al-Raeai, between 2017 and 2023," Journal of Social and Development Sciences, AMH International, vol. 15(3), pages 1-12.
    • Handle: RePEc:rnd:arjsds:v:15:y:2025:i:3:p:1-12
    DOI: 10.22610/jsds.v15i3(S).4761
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