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Neighbourhood characteristics pose challenge in labour market participation for immigrants and their children in many immigrants receiving countries, including Canada. The purpose of this study was to explore the effect of living in disadvantaged neighbourhoods on labour market participation amongst the second generation youth. Grounded in focus groups and in-depth interviews, our analysis underscores the importance of understanding neighbourhood characteristics and implication on labour market participation amongst the second generation Ghanaian-Canadians in the Greater Toronto Area, specifically, Jane-Finch and Brampton. Our findings reveal several areas where neighbourhood characteristics impact on labour market participation of the second generation youth: neighbourhood's reputation, inefficient transit system and inadequate jobs in neigbourhoods. Based on our findings, we offer recommendations that may be of interest to decision-makers in government, social services and health agencies in urban centres. Keywords: Second generation, Labour Market, Neighbourhood, Ghanaian-Canadians des Caracteristiques du voisinage presentent des defis lies a la participation au marche du travail pour les immigrants et leurs enfants dans de nombreux immigrants Pays d'accueil, y compris le Canada. Le but de cette etude etait d'etudier l'effet de vivant dans les quartiers defavorises sur la participation au marche du travail parmi les jeunes de deuxieme generation. Ancre dans les groupes de discussion et des entrevues en profondeur, notre analyse montre bien l'importance de bien comprendre les caracteristiques du voisinage et l'incidence sur la participation au marche du travail parmi les Ghanaian-Canadians de deuxieme generation dans la region du Grand Toronto, plus precisement, Jane-Finch et Brampton. Nos resultats revelent plusieurs domaines ou Neighborhood caracteristiques influeront sur la participation au marche du travail des jeunes de deuxieme generation: la reputation du voisinage, l'inefficacite et l'insuffisance transit system emplois dans un voisinage. Sur la base de nos resultats, nous offrons des recommandations qui peuvent etre d'interet pour les decideurs du gouvernement, les services sociaux et les organismes de sante dans les centres urbains. Mots-cles: Second generation, Labour Market, Neighbourhood, Ghanaian-Canadians, Introduction Like many developed countries, immigrants represent a significant proportion of the total population (21.9%) in Canada (Statistics Canada 2017). One group that has attracted scholarly attention is the second [...]

This paper presents findings from a study examining the relationship between migration, foodways, ethnic identities and gender among Ghanaians in London. Exposed to British institutions and customs already in Ghana, the identities and foodways of Ghanaians have been formed through the (post)colonial experience. This study was grounded in qualitative and theoretical research on meals. The micro-level analysis of current and past food habits within households was set in a wider context by exploring the development of food culture in the community as a whole. Ethnographic fieldwork was conducted in Ghanaian households, functions, restaurants and food stores. The impact of (post)colonialism on the foodways and identities of Ghanaians in London has been multifaceted. The preference for the traditional Sunday roast and for turkey and trimmings at Christmas, and the delay in the establishment of Ghanaian food-related businesses, are just a few signs of Ghanaians' hybrid identities. Keywords: migration, ethnic identity, post(colonialism), food habits, meals, ethnic food businesses, Ghanaians, London, Introduction This paper examines the way in which foodways of Ghanaians have been affected by (post)colonialism, (1) by analyzing memories of diasporic Ghanaians and the development of Ghanaian food culture [...]

The interrelationship with regard to the health practices among Ghanaians living in London with regard to legal status, transnational networks and religion is presented. It is felt that strong transnational components health practices may have money, prayers and medicines being sent between abroad and Ghana and between various countries in Europe.

The article discusses the Dutch policies of migration that have effects on the lives of people in Ghana. It was observed that the Dutch contribute to the Dutch economy and also take part in the Netherlands however Ghanaian migrantEs contribution to both the countries is hampered due to high cost of documentation.

The main characteristics of Senegalese and Ghanaians in Italy are described and along with information regarding their experiences in Lombardy and Emilia Romagna regions. It was noticed that Ghanaians families tend to settle in Italy where as the Senegalese are identified with the project of return and do not have a balance gender ratio like the Ghanaians.

Background: The current literature on the relationship between cultural adaptation and mental health is premature to offer a comprehensive explanation about the ways acculturation exerts either positive or adverse effects on the mental health of migrants. Aim: This study is an empirical approach towards understanding the magnitude of the relationship between consequences of cultural adaptation and psychological distress. Methods: Two samples of Ghanaian migrants in the Netherlands were included: a clinical group (n=36) and a non-clinical community group (n = 97). Data were acquired by administering a semi-structured interview. Quantified data were analysed using multivariate techniques. Results: Contradictory to our hypotheses, the reported level of mental health symptoms in both groups was relatively low, suggesting a substantial resilience among the Ghanaian group. Confirming our hypotheses, specific dimensions of the acculturation process were associated with health status, particularly affiliation with cultural traditions and feelings of loss concerning the country of birth. Conclusions: Acculturation demands capture critical elements of migrants' experiences that warrant professional interventions tailored to their specific needs. A subtle balance between holding on to the supportive cultural traditions together with moderate involvement in ruminating about pre-migration life, in conjunction with acquiring instrumental skills of the host culture, is a starting position for better health.