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Immigrant Organizations and Labor Market Integration: The Case of Sweden

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  • Johan Sandberg

    (Lund University
    Princeton University)

  • Axel Fredholm

    (Lund University)

  • Olle Frödin

    (Lund University)

Abstract

In line with recent trends in sociology of migration, the paper presents major research findings on Swedish immigrant organizations (SIOs) and their labor market integration activities. Analyses of engagement in these activities are particularly important as Sweden wrestles with significant problems of labor market marginalization, particularly among non-European migrants. Drawing on official data and interviews, we find surprisingly low incidence in direct labor market support but quite active indirect support. Our regression model shows significant correlation between region of origin and labor market activities, and further analyses using regional typologies indicate that SIOs’ activities are partly driven by members’ different modes of incorporation and relative integration, where Middle-Eastern SIOs stand out as particularly active. Our findings further indicate potential for scale-up of SIO-assistance in the Swedish Government’s efforts towards increased immigrant labor market integration.

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  • Johan Sandberg & Axel Fredholm & Olle Frödin, 2023. "Immigrant Organizations and Labor Market Integration: The Case of Sweden," Journal of International Migration and Integration, Springer, vol. 24(3), pages 1357-1380, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:joimai:v:24:y:2023:i:3:d:10.1007_s12134-022-00999-2
    DOI: 10.1007/s12134-022-00999-2
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