The links between different forms and individual perceptions of conflict and mobility

Keywords: Migration, Mobility, Immobility, Violence, Conflict, Security
Session Type: Virtual Paper Abstract
Day: Monday
Session Start / End Time: 2/28/2022 08:00 AM (Eastern Time (US & Canada)) - 2/28/2022 09:20 AM (Eastern Time (US & Canada))
Room: Virtual 25

Abstract

Drawing on a new cross-country survey data set with 18-39 year olds and qualitative data collection, this paper will explore how different forms of violence and conflict drives some people to move, while others stay behind. The analysis will utilise the MIGNEX quantitative and qualitative data from three research areas each in Afghanistan, Ethiopia and Nigeria, and two in Somalia to understand how different forms and intensity of violence and conflict, ranging from tribal violence in Northern Nigeria to the encroachment of the Taliban affect migration decision-making. The survey considers young adults’ perceptions of security and safety, experiences with military and armed groups and their concerns about the future, which will be complemented with qualitative data collection (observation, focus groups and key informant interviews) on levels of insecurity and violence. Bringing together these complementary dataset and different research area, we will be able to draw out systematic links between different forms and experiences of violence and mobility.