CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2023
| Author | Montenegro Alvarado, Angie |
|---|---|
| Title | UNVEILING THE VEILED CONSENSUS: Exploring Colombian Attitudes toward Venezuelan Immigrants through a Conjoint Analysis Experiment |
| Summary | This thesis examines Colombians' attitudes toward Venezuelan immigrants and aims to contribute to the literature on migration, combat xenophobia, and promote social cohesion in the Latin American region. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining 388 quantitative surveys with host communities conducted in May 2023, and qualitative interviews with migration experts to respond to the question “What are the main factors that influence Colombians' attitudes and perceptions toward Venezuelan immigrants?”. The quantitative analysis, conducted through conjoint analysis methodology, identifies five main variables influencing Colombians' preferences for welcoming immigrants: sex, occupation, employment expectations, educational background, and previous legal status. The results reveal that attributes related to education and employment, such as having a qualified occupation and recognized educational degrees, are highly valued by Colombians. Furthermore, negative biases toward female immigrants and those with irregular legal status are evident. The qualitative interviews with migration experts not only confirmed the results obtained in the quantitative analysis but also shed light on key policy suggestions to promote immigrant integration and reduce xenophobic attitudes. These recommendations encompass various approaches, including providing clear information about the benefits of integrating migrants, showcasing positive everyday activities of migrants, and involving migrants in decision-making processes. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to address misconceptions and fears associated with migration. The study emphasizes the importance of considering diverse perspectives and collaborating with immigrants and host communities to develop comprehensive strategies that benefit all stakeholders. |
| Supervisor | Kahanec, Martin; Triviño-Salazar, Juan Carlos |
| Department | School of Public Policy MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2023/montenegro_angie.pdf |
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