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Full Title
MONDI MIGRANTI
Publisher
FrancoAngeli
ISSN
1972-4888 (Printed Journal)
1972-4896 (Online Journal)
Journal Issue Number
3
Journal Issue Designation
3
Journal Issue Date
2024
Full Title
Shaping public attitudes towards migrants and refugees: the effects of the Humanitarian Corridors programme in Italy
By (author)
First Page
139
Last Page
160
Language of text
English
Publication Date
2024/11
Copyright
2024 FrancoAngeli srl
Main description
Over the last decade, as the global number of forcibly displaced people has risen, Western countries have adopted strict migration policies. Meanwhile, some European countries have introduced community-based sponsorship programmes, such as the Italian Humanitarian Corridors (HC), involving private and public actors in refugee resettlement. Enthusiasm for these programmes is often driven by the belief that they can positively impact society by changing negative attitudes towards migrants and refugees and fostering more inclusive communities. However, comprehensive research exploring sponsorship effects on the broader community is lacking, particularly in Europe. This article addresses this gap by investigating HC's impact on Italian communities and institutions. Findings show that sponsorship initiatives can have positive effects on public attitudes, especially when the entire community is involved. Increased government involvement could further bolster these positive changes.
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