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Immigrant assimilation and welfare participation

Authors :
Hansen, Jorgen
Lofstrom, Magnus
Source :
Journal of Human Resources. Wntr, 2003, Vol. 38 Issue 1, 74-98
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

This article examines the utilization of public assistance or welfare in Sweden by immigrants, focusing on how welfare participation decreases with the increase in the amount of time spent in Sweden. A comparison of welfare utilization between refugees, non-refugee immigrants, and natives is presented.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0022166X
Volume :
38
Issue :
1
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Journal of Human Resources
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.102766163