Transitions of South Sudanese Refugees: Reaching for a Better Life in America
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Culturally Diverse Health Practices [Session]
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Rebecca Randall, EdD, RN; Paula Carson, TNCC, CCRN, ACLS; Thomas E. Stenvig, RN, NEA-BC; Marlys J. Bohn, RN, CNL
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Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015: A qualitative approach was used to develop grounded theory that describes the transition process of South Sudanese refuges who have resettled in the United States. Three focus groups, attended by a total of 18 participants, explored the transition process. The data was analyzed using constant comparative methods which included open, axial, selective, and theoretical coding. Results indicated that brought beliefs, expectations, and abilities conflicted with the reality of resettlement, including social and cultural aspects of the resettlement process. Former refugees identified reaching for a better life amidst the clash of being understood and understanding. Resources from others and losses and gains influenced the ability to navigate within the new environment. Results from this study help to understand the life transitions of former South Sudanese refugees as they resettle in the United States. These findings provide opportunities for further community participatory research and implications for health and social services program design to meet the needs of former South Sudanese refugees.
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43rd Biennial Convention 2015 Theme: Serve Locally, Transform Regionally, Lead Globally.`
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Keywords | Refugee; Transitions; Grounded Theory |
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Name | 43rd Biennial Convention |
Host | Sigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of Nursing |
Location | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
Date | 2015 |
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