Diversity and Inclusion: Case studies of skilled migrants in Hamilton Canada

This project involves in depth interviews of HR/line managers as well as skilled migrant employees in 3 organizations. Our focus is on understanding current issues and challenges related to inclusion and integration of skilled migrants locally. Our goal is offer actionable practical suggestions in terms of how identified challenges may be addressed in the future. Specifically, we are interested in providing advice around better inclusion practices and in depth understanding of current issues from multiple perspectives. We intend to formulate our suggestions both in terms of practical report with infographics as well as a workshop that will offer specific type of training identified as key to more effective integration practices.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jelena Zikic

Student:

Partner:

United Way Halton and Hamilton

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public Service, Policy, and Governance; Other

University:

York University

Program: