Well Yes, but Actually No! Perceptions of Colombian Informal Workers About Venezuelan Immigration
Journal
Journal of International Migration and Integration
Type
journal article
Date Issued
2024-09-04
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Abstract
This study explores the perceptions of Colombian sex workers, street vendors, and taxi drivers regarding Venezuelan immigration, its media coverage, and relevant NGO initiatives. Drawing on threat-benefit theory and mediated intergroup contact, short semi-structured and informal interviews were employed as the primary methodology. Findings showcase nuanced attitudes toward immigration, encompassing pros and cons. Informal workers faced downsides in job market, security, public services, housing, and conjugal relationships, yet acknowledged positive attitudes thanks to arrival of educated and cost-effective workforce, contribution to lifestyle, and perspective-taking. Views on media discourse and NGOs were mixed. Implications of results are discussed.
Keywords
Colombia
Venezuelan immigration
Informal workers
Threat-benefit theory
Mediated contact
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contribution to scientific community
Refereed
Yes
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