Facts
What is the refugee population breakdown in Jordan?
Syrians, Palestinians, Iraqis, Yemenis, Sudanese, and Somalis
What other refugee population are Sudanese and Somali refugees typically compared to when it comes to differences in aid?
Syrian refugee population
Approximately how many Sudanese refugees are in Jordan?
5,000
What are some ethical considerations when speaking with refugee populations?
Cultural sensitivity speaking with refugees and ensuring consent
Approximately how many Somali refugees are in Jordan?
800
What are the barriers to economic contribution?
Inability to obtain legal work permits, Economic exclusion, Racial discrimination
What distinct challenges do these communities face?
Lack of legal status and racial discrimination
What is a challenge of researching and interviewing this population?
Difficulty finding participants/interviewees, language barrier, limited existing literature on Sudanese/Somali communities in Jordan
What kind of research does this project use?
Qualitative
What is the main thing the government can do to help Sudanese and Somali refugees in Jordan?
Allow them to work obtain legal work permits