Asylum Movement Review examines the global asylum system, a critical area within social science and politics, focusing on the complex processes that determine who finds refuge and who is turned away. It highlights the inconsistencies and inequalities prevalent in the system, influenced by varying interpretations of international refugee law and politically motivated policy decisions. The book emphasizes that the increasing number of displaced people, driven by conflict and climate change, strains the system's capacity, revealing disparities in acceptance rates and refugee treatment across different host countries.
The book explores these issues through a data-driven approach, drawing on governmental statistics, humanitarian reports, and academic research. Beginning with core concepts and a historical overview of migration patterns, it progresses to analyze regional trends in asylum applications and the methodologies countries use to process claims. A key insight is the analysis of how different countries assess credibility, evaluate risk, and integrate refugees, shedding light on best practices and areas for improvement. The UNHCR data is used to quantify trends in asylum applications and refugee resettlement.
Ultimately, Asylum Movement Review advocates for evidence-based policy reforms to foster a more equitable and humane approach to refugee protection. It provides valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities linked to refugee protection, offering a multidisciplinary perspective that integrates legal, political, and sociological viewpoints.
