CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2023
| Author | Czeczelewski, Dawid |
|---|---|
| Title | Perceptions and Lived Realities of Ukrainian Migrants in Warsaw: Unveiling Stereotypes, Paternalism, and Acculturation Strategies |
| Summary | This thesis delves into the intriguing disparities between Ukrainian economic migrants and war refugees in the perceptions of Poles, exploring both representations and lived experiences of the two groups. It investigates the interconnection between these perspectives, complemented by an examination of the post-colonial attitudes of Poles towards Ukraine, shedding light on the prevalence of paternalistic views towards war refugees. The research employs a comprehensive range of methods, including the Stereotype Content Model (SCM), a questionnaire, and semi structured interviews, to capture intricate details and nuanced accounts. Theoretical foundations are laid upon acculturation, orientalism, and colonisation of space and time, enriching the analytical framework. The findings unveil distinct portrayals of the two migrant categories, with war refugees evoking more paternalistic attitudes which are also noticeable in their lived experiences. Moreover, war refugees tend to adopt a separation strategy, while economic migrants lean towards assimilation or integration strategies. However, it is crucial to approach the results cautiously, considering Brubaker's concept of groupism, and future studies should delve into the gender dynamics that could have influenced the outcomes. |
| Supervisor | Varadi, Luca |
| Department | Nationalism Studies MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2023/czeczelewski_dawid.pdf |
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