Origin and Destination Effects on the Educational Careers of Second-generation Minorities

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Herman G. Van De Werfhorst ◽  
Erika Van Elsas ◽  
Anthony Heath
Keyword(s):  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Social Background ◽  
Educational Systems ◽  
Ethnic Inequality ◽  
Educational Disadvantage ◽  
First Generation Migrants ◽  
Using Data ◽  
And Migration ◽  
Second Generation Children

We examine whether context matters for the integration of second-generation children of migrants into Western educational systems. Using data on ten destination countries and on five distinct educational outcomes at various stages of the educational career, we study educational inequalities between the second-generation immigrants and their majority peers. We find that institutional and migration variables affect the magnitude of ethnic educational disadvantage, even when social background is accounted for. Ethnic inequality is greater in countries like Belgium and Germany with more strongly tracked educational systems, and in countries with limited multicultural policies. In contrast, ethnic inequality is lower if the first-generation migrants are selected based on their skills, compared with the non-migrant population in origin countries. Our interpretation is that more positively selected migrants are more ambitious for their children to succeed within Western educational systems, and their children are more likely to take advantage of the opportunities offered them.

scholarly journals What role does timing play in migrants’ transition to marriage? A comparison between endogamous and exogamous marriages

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (3-2019) ◽  
Author(s):  
Giuseppe Gabrielli ◽  
Elisa Barbiano di Belgiojoso ◽  
Laura Terzera ◽  
Anna Paterno
Keyword(s):  
First Generation ◽  
Economic Stability ◽  
General Picture ◽  
The Social ◽  
Timing Of Migration ◽  
Decision Making Processes ◽  
First Generation Migrants ◽  
Using Data ◽  
And Migration ◽  
Transition To Marriage

Couple formation and migration are the result of interrelated decision-making processes in the life cycle. Using data from the “Social Condition and Integration of Foreign Citizens (SCIF)” survey, conducted in Italy in 2011-2012 by Istat, we aim to investigate how the timing of migration events affects the type and timing of marriages in the destination country. Time-related models investigate the competing-risk transitions to endogamous and exogamous marriages with Italian spouses. Obtained results provide evidence of the complexity of today’s migrations, and they indicate the coexistence of various patterns among first-generation migrants in Italy, characterised by a plurality of origins, with different projects and behavioural models. The “interrelation of events” hypothesis explains the transitions to both endogamous and exogamous marriages among women, while men usually spend more time finding a partner and achieving economic stability. Despite this general picture, our analysis shows different and original pathways shaping transitions to marriage by reason of migration and considering a number of demographic and migratory characteristics.

Do remittances differ depending on migration pathway and length of stay?

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 105-118
Author(s):  
Anita Pugliese ◽  
Julie Ray ◽  
Neli Esipova
Keyword(s):  
Length Of Stay ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Global Analysis ◽  
Large Sample ◽  
Migration Pathway ◽  
First Generation Migrants ◽  
Second Generation Migrants

This paper reports the results from Gallup’s global analysis of the likelihood of first-generation migrants, second-generation migrants and the native-born to send financial help in the form of money or goods to others inside or outside their respective country of residence. The findings in this paper are based on more than 450,000 interviews conducted through Gallup’s World Poll in 157 countries in 2012, 2013 and 2014. The sample includes more than 26,000 first-generation migrants and more than 20,000 second-generation migrants. The large sample enables Gallup to analyze first-generation migrants by the duration of their stay in their adopted country and compare their remittance behaviors with second-generation migrants and the native-born.

scholarly journals Sex ratios at birth among second-generation mothers of South Asian ethnicity in Ontario, Canada: a retrospective population-based cohort study

2018 ◽  
Vol 72 (11) ◽  
pp. 1044-1051 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susitha Wanigaratne ◽  
Pamela Uppal ◽  
Manvir Bhangoo ◽  
Alia Januwalla ◽  
Deepa Singal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gender Equity ◽  
South Asian ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Sex Ratios ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Son Preference ◽  
Asian Ethnicity ◽  
South Asian Ethnicity ◽  
First Generation Migrants

BackgroundSon-biased sex ratios at birth (M:F), an extreme manifestation of son preference, are predominately found in East and South Asia. Studies have examined sex ratios among first-generation migrants from these regions, but few have examined second-generation descendants. Our objective was to determine whether son-biased sex ratios persist among second-generation mothers with South Asian ethnicity in Ontario, Canada.MethodologyA surname algorithm identified a population-based cohort of mothers with South Asian ethnicity who gave birth in Ontario between 1993 and 2014 (n=59 659). Linking to official immigration data identified births to first-generation mothers (ie, immigrants). Births not to immigrants were designated as being to second-generation mothers (ie, born in Canada) (n=10 273). Sex ratios and 95% CI were stratified by the sex of previous live births and by whether it was preceded by ≥1 abortion for both first-generation and second-generation mothers.ResultsAmong mothers with two previous daughters and at least one prior abortion since the second birth, both second-generation mothers and first-generation mothers had elevated sex ratios at the third birth (2.80 (95% CI 1.36 to 5.76) and 2.46 (95% CI 1.93 to 3.12), respectively). However, among mothers with no prior abortion, second-generation mothers had a normal sex ratio, while first-generation mothers gave birth to 142 boys for every 100 girls (95% CI 125 to 162 boys for every 100 girls).ConclusionSon preference persists among second-generation mothers of South Asian ethnicity. Culturally sensitive and community-driven gender equity interventions are needed.

Different strokes for different folks

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 227-247 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teita Bijedić ◽  
Alan Piper
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
German Economy ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Employment ◽  
Male Migrant ◽  
Migrant Entrepreneurs ◽  
First Generation Migrants

Purpose Migrant enterprises comprise about 10 per cent of all enterprises in Germany and are therefore a crucial part of the German economy and its entrepreneurial ecosystems. Relatedly, migrant entrepreneurship is a highly recognized topic within political discussions as well as within entrepreneurship research. While there is already an impressive body of work regarding the nature and quality of migrant enterprises, many questions regarding the personal motives and satisfaction of migrant entrepreneurs still remain unanswered, particularly with regards to their job satisfaction. Thus, this study aims to address such questions regarding the job satisfaction of entrepreneurs with different backgrounds. Design/methodology/approach Using the German Socio-Economic Panel data set, the authors close this research gap by investigating the job satisfaction of migrant entrepreneurs in Germany compared with native entrepreneurs. Findings First generation migrants show, in general, less job satisfaction than the native population. Second generation male migrant entrepreneurs’ show less job satisfaction; however, this association is reversed for females: second generation female migrant entrepreneurs are more satisfied with their self-employment than their native counterparts. Originality/value These differing results lead to differing implications for policymakers who wish to create and develop entrepreneurial and labour market support for different target groups.

scholarly journals Psychopharmacology and adverse effects of antipsychotic long-acting injections: A review

2009 ◽  
Vol 195 (S52) ◽  
pp. s13-s19 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Taylor
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Movement Disorders ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Metabolic Effects ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
First And Second Generation

BackgroundDepot antipsychotics are widely used in clinical practice. Long-acting formulations of second-generation antipsychotics are now being developed and introduced.AimsTo review the pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and adverse effect profiles of currently available antipsychotic long-acting injections (LAIs).MethodThe psychopharmacological properties of first- and second-generation antipsychotic LAIs are reviewed using data available up to October 2008.ResultsFirst-generation antipsychotic (FGA) LAIs are associated with a high rate of acute and chronic movement disorders. Risperidone LAI is better tolerated in this respect, but is associated with hyperprolactinaemia and weight gain. Olanzapine LAI causes weight gain and other metabolic effects but appears not to be associated with an important incidence of movement disorders.ConclusionsDosing of LAIs is complicated by delayed release of drug, changes in plasma levels without change in dose, and by the lack of data establishing clear dose requirements. All LAIs offer the prospect of assured adherence (although patients may still default on treatment) but their use is complicated by adverse effects, complex pharmacokinetics and confusion over dose–response relationships.

scholarly journals Educational Assimilation of First-Generation and Second-Generation Immigrants in Germany

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas Gries ◽  
Margarete Redlin ◽  
Moonum Zehra
Keyword(s):  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
First Generation Immigrants ◽  
Language And Culture ◽  
Mena Countries ◽  
Education Outcomes ◽  
Second Generation Immigrants ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Education Gap ◽  
First And Second Generation

AbstractUsing data from the German Socio-Economic Panel for 1984–2018, we analyze the intergenerational education mobility of immigrants in Germany by identifying the determinants of differences in educational stocks for first- and second-generation immigrants in comparison to individuals without a migration background. Our results show that on average, first-generation immigrants have fewer years of schooling than native-born Germans and have a disproportionate share of lower educational qualifications. This gap is strongly driven by age at immigration, with immigration age and education revealing a nonlinear relationship. While the gap is relatively small among individuals who migrate at a young age, integrating in the school system at secondary school age leads to large disadvantages. Examining the educational mobility of immigrants in Germany, we identify an inter-generational catch-up in education. The gap in education between immigrants and natives is reduced for the second generation. Finally, we find that country of origin differences can account for much of the education gap. While immigrants with an ethnic background closer to the German language and culture show the best education outcomes, immigrants from Turkey, Italy, and other southern European countries and especially the group of war refugees from Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq and other MENA countries, have the lowest educational attainment.

scholarly journals Overweight and obesity in young Turkish, Moroccan and Surinamese migrants of the second generation in the Netherlands

2013 ◽  
Vol 17 (9) ◽  
pp. 2037-2044 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henriëtte Dijkshoorn ◽  
Mary Nicolaou ◽  
Joanne K Ujcic-Voortman ◽  
Gea M Schouten ◽  
Arianne J Bouwman-Notenboom ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Educational Level ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Obesity Prevalence ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
First Generation Migrants ◽  
Generation Migrant ◽  
Second Generation Migrants

AbstractObjectiveTo examine differences in overweight and obesity of second-generation Turkish, Moroccan and Surinamese migrants v. first-generation migrants and the ethnic Dutch. We also studied the influence of sociodemographic factors on this association.DesignData were collected in 2008 in a cross-sectional postal and online health survey.SettingFour major Dutch cities.SubjectsIn the survey 42 686 residents aged 16 years and over participated. Data from Dutch (n 3615) and second/first-generation Surinamese (n 230/139), Turkish (n 203/241) and Moroccan (n 172/187) participants aged 16–34 years were analysed using logistic regression with overweight (BMI ≥ 25·0 kg/m2) and obesity (BMI ≥ 30·0 kg/m2) as dependent variables. BMI was calculated from self-reported body height and weight. Sociodemographic variables included sex, age, marital status, educational level, employment status and financial situation.ResultsAfter controlling for age, overweight (including obesity) was more prevalent in most second-generation migrant subgroups compared with the Dutch population, except for Moroccan men. Obesity rates among second-generation migrant men were similar to those among the Dutch. Second-generation migrant women were more often obese than Dutch women. Ethnic differences were partly explained by the lower educational level of second-generation migrants. Differences in overweight between second- and first-generation migrants were only found among Moroccan and Surinamese men.ConclusionsWe did not find a converging trend for the overweight and obesity prevalence from second-generation migrants towards the Dutch host population. Therefore, preventive interventions should also focus on second-generation migrants to stop the obesity epidemic.

scholarly journals Life course socioeconomic position and DNA methylation age acceleration in mid-life

2021 ◽  
pp. jech-2020-215608
Author(s):  
Anitha George ◽  
Rebecca Hardy ◽  
Juan Castillo Fernandez ◽  
Yvonne Kelly ◽  
Jane Maddock
Keyword(s):  
Social Class ◽  
Life Course ◽  
Socioeconomic Position ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Social Disadvantage ◽  
Biological Ageing ◽  
Dna Methylation Age ◽  
Using Data ◽  
The Life Course

BackgroundAgeing biomarkers can help us better understand how well-established socioeconomic position (SEP) disparities in ageing occur. A promising new set of DNAm methylation (DNAm)-based ageing biomarkers indicate through their age acceleration (AA) measures if biological ageing is slower or faster than chronological ageing. Few studies have investigated the association between SEP and DNAm AA.MethodsWe used linear regression to examine the sex-adjusted relationships between childhood social class, adult social class, intergenerational social class change, education and adult household earnings with first (Horvath AA and Hannum AA) and second generation (PhenoAge AA and GrimAge AA) DNAm AA markers using data from the MRC National Survey of Health and Development.ResultsIn the first-generation biomarkers, there was little evidence of any associations with Horvath AA but associations of childhood social class and income with Hannum AA were observed. Strong associations were seen between greater disadvantage in childhood and adult SEP and greater AA in the second generation biomarkers. For example, those with fathers in an unskilled occupational social class in childhood had 3.6 years greater PhenoAge AA (95% CI 1.8 to 5.4) than those with fathers from a professional social class. Individuals without qualifications had higher AA compared with those with higher education (4.1 years greater GrimAge AA (95% CI 3.1 to 5.0)).ConclusionOur findings highlight the importance of exposure to social disadvantage in childhood to the biological ageing process. The second generation clocks appear to be more sensitive to the accumulation of social disadvantage across the life course.

How Educational Systems Shape the Relationship between Social Origin and Educational Deprivation

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 279-303
Author(s):  
Dennis Köthemann
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
Social Background ◽  
Early Years ◽  
Educational Systems ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Educational Disadvantage ◽  
Preschool Participation ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Educational Deprivation

Abstract This paper addresses how features of educational systems influence the association between social background and educational disadvantage up to the end of secondary school. Boudon’s ideas about the primary effects are brought together with preschool participation and the secondary effects are argued to be strongly related to the stratification of the educational system. The analyses are based on around 35,000 respondents from 29 countries provided by PIAAC. Two-step estimations combining logistic regression models within educational systems (first step) with estimated dependent variable models between educational systems (second step) are applied. The results suggest that a higher preschool participation rate is associated with a lower dependency of educational deprivation (low achievement) on social background in the early years after finishing secondary school.

scholarly journals Linked Lives: Exploring the Narratives of Second-Generation Migrants in Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 1-25
Author(s):  
Chhabilal Devkota ◽  
Sanjeev Dahal
Keyword(s):  
First Generation ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Sampling Frame ◽  
Linked Lives ◽  
Suitable Climate ◽  
First Generation Migrants ◽  
Second Generation Migrants

This article describes the narratives of second-generation migrants in Nepal. The paper explores the reasons for migration as shared with their offspring by first-generation migrants. The article also shares the narratives by second-generation migrants on experiences of family, school, community, and the State. Second-generation migrants or adult offspring of first-generation migrants from Tibet and India comprised the sampling frame for the qualitative study. Data were collected through a non-probability sampling technique, and in-depth semi-structured interview schedules were used. Nine in-depth interviews were conducted for the study. Thematic analysis was employed to examine the data. Key reasons to migrate to Nepal featured in the narratives of the migrants were opportunities for business, availability of good education, and a suitable climate in Nepal. Furthermore, lack of opportunities for employment and education and instances of violence at their place of origin pushed the migrants towards Nepal. Most of the interviewees shared having solid bonds with their families. They shared mixed experiences (both encouraging and humiliating) at school and varied experiences in their interaction with the broader society (both supportive and conflicting). Furthermore, all interviewees shared challenges in dealing with or receiving help from the Nepali State.

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