Journal of Immigrant and Refugee Studies
Volume 15, Issue 4, 2017, Pages 345-365

The Psychosocial Well-Being of African Refugees in Winnipeg: Critical Stressors and Coping Strategies (Article)

King R.U.* , Heinonen T. , Uwabor M. , Adeleye-Olusae A.
  • a Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba, Winnepeg, MB, Canada
  • b Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba, Winnepeg, MB, Canada
  • c Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba, Winnepeg, MB, Canada
  • d Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba, Winnepeg, MB, Canada

Abstract

Using a photovoice approach, this study explores stressing factors for African refugees after resettlement in Canada and the strategies they adopt to cope. The study used a purposive sampling procedure to recruit 15 participants (8 women and 7 men). Participants took part in a three-phase process of picture taking, one-on-one interviews, and focus group discussions on the selected pictures. Thematic analysis was applied to analyze the data. Identified stressors included social relationship ruptures, lack of understanding of the new culture, unemployment, and navigating unfamiliar laws and regulations. Coping strategies and recommendations for policies and best practices are discussed. © 2017 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

Author Keywords

African refugees resettlement stressors Mental health coping strategies

Index Keywords

Canada immigration policy unemployment refugee cultural relations Manitoba Winnipeg best management practice African immigrant psychology coping strategy
Link
https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84979633742&doi=10.1080%2f15562948.2016.1186770&partnerID=40&md5=5cd2a8a68eab466be00bf709a2ff619b
DOI: 10.1080/15562948.2016.1186770
ISSN: 15562948
Cited by: 1
Original Language: English