Higher education as a pathway for female immigrants' establishment and well-being in Sweden.
Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being
; 19(1): 2365443, 2024 Dec.
Article
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
This study focuses on higher education as a pathway to establishment in a new society for female immigrants and its role in well-being. Building on previous research that highlights social capital and empowerment as significant factors for successful establishment in a new society, and experiencing well-being, this study aims to explore if higher education can promote female immigrants' establishment in Swedish society.METHODS:
Interviews were used to explore female immigrants' experiences of higher education and establishment in Swedish society. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the empirical material, generating a nuanced understanding of the studied topic.RESULTS:
Higher education was found to promote establishment in Swedish society, ultimately leading to an experience of well-being. Pursuing higher education was perceived as a means of achieving personal fulfilment and success while fostering new social connections. Important factors in pursuing higher education included favourable living conditions, personal motivation, and a positive educational attitude.CONCLUSION:
The study provides insights into female immigrants' higher education experiences in a context that promotes establishment in Swedish society and well-being. However, more research is needed to fully investigate the driving factors for female immigrants pursuing higher education, considering their migrant background and living conditions.Palabras clave
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Colección:
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Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Emigrantes e Inmigrantes
Límite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Middle aged
País/Región como asunto:
Europa
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Suecia