Title Migracijska iskustva filipinskih radnika/ca u Hrvatskoj
Title (english) Migration experiences of Filipino workers in Croatia
Author Izabela Ćurak
Mentor Marija Šarić (mentor)
Committee member Valerija Barada (predsjednik povjerenstva)
Committee member Saša Božić (član povjerenstva)
Committee member Marija Šarić (član povjerenstva)
Granter University of Zadar (Department of Sociology) Zadar
Defense date and country 2024-09-19, Croatia
Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline SOCIAL SCIENCES Sociology
Abstract Ovaj rad analizira migracijska iskustva filipinskih radnika/ca u Hrvatskoj, s posebnim fokusom na njihove motive za migraciju, iskustva u tranzitnim zemljama te prilagodbu u novom radnom i kulturnom okruženju. Cilj ovog istraživanja je opisati i razumjeti migrantske putanje filipinskih radnika/ca u Hrvatskoj u kontekstu donošenja odluke o migraciji i resursa potrebnih za migraciju. Istraživanje je provedeno metodom polustrukturiranog intervjua s četiri filipinska/e radnika/ce koji žive i rade na području Dalmacije. Tematska analiza provedenih intervjua pokazuje da financijski razlozi predstavljaju dominantan motiv za migraciju, a uočena je i snažna potreba za pružanjem financijske potpore obitelji na Filipinima. Ipak, iskustva u tranzitnim zemljama poput Katara, Omana, Saudijske Arabije i Ujedinjenih Arapskih Emirata često su obilježena teškim radnim uvjetima i kulturnim različitostima zbog kojih nerijetko strani radnici/e migriraju u europske zemlje. Dolazak u Hrvatsku donosi pozitivne promjene u kvaliteti života, ali radnici/e se suočavaju s izazovima poput jezičnih i komunikacijskih prepreka te složenih administrativnih postupaka. Međutim, ostatak filipinske zajednice u Hrvatskoj pruža značajnu socijalnu i emocionalnu podršku, dok religija ostaje ključan izvor snage i utjehe u stranom okruženju. Iz razgovora sa sugovornicima/ama očita je želja za povratkom na Filipine, ali taj plan često ovisi o ostvarenju financijskih ciljeva. Zaključno, istraživanje naglašava složenost migrantskih putanja koje su oblikovane financijskim, kulturnim, društvenim i osobnim čimbenicima. Ovi rezultati sugeriraju potrebu za širim razumijevanjem migrantskih putanja, uzimajući u obzir međuodnos brojnih faktora koji utječu na odluke migranata o njihovim budućim destinacijama.
Abstract (english) This paper analyzes the migration experiences of Filipino workers in Croatia, with a particular focus on their motives for migration, experiences in transit countries, and adaptation to a new work and cultural environment. The aim of this research is to describe and understand the migration pathways of Filipino workers in Croatia in the context of decision-making and the resources needed for migration. The research was conducted using semi-structured interviews with four Filipino workers living and working in the Dalmatian region. The thematic analysis of the interviews shows that financial reasons represent the dominant motive for migration, with a strong need to provide financial support to families in the Philippines. However, experiences in transit countries such as Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates are often marked by difficult working conditions and cultural differences, leading foreign workers to frequently migrate to European countries. The move to Croatia brings positive changes in the quality of life, but workers face challenges such as language and communication barriers and complex administrative procedures. Nonetheless, the Filipino community in Croatia offers significant social and emotional support, while religion remains a key source of strength and comfort in a foreign environment. Conversations with the interviewees reveal a desire to return to the Philippines, but this plan often depends on achieving financial goals. In conclusion, the research highlights the complexity of migration pathways shaped by financial, cultural, social, and personal factors. These findings suggest the need for a broader understanding of migration pathways, taking into account the interplay of numerous factors influencing migrants' decisions about their future destinations.
Keywords
migracija
filipinski radnici/e
Hrvatska
migrantske putanje
integracija
Keywords (english)
migration
Filipino workers
Croatia
migration pathways
integration
Language croatian
URN:NBN urn:nbn:hr:162:071198
Study programme Title: Sociology (double major) Study programme type: university Study level: undergraduate Academic / professional title: sveučilišni/a prvostupnik/prvostupnica (baccalaureus/baccalaurea) sociologije (sveučilišni/a prvostupnik/prvostupnica (baccalaureus/baccalaurea) sociologije)
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