Fisseha Senper Elias, López Mónica López, Brummelaar Mijntje Ten, Hibiso Habtamu Wondimu
College of Education and Behavioural Science, School of Psychology, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia; Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands.
Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands.
Child Abuse Negl. 2025 Apr;162(Pt 2):106978. doi: 10.1016/j.chiabu.2024.106978. Epub 2024 Aug 16.
Young refugees' resilience is linked to involvement in socio-ecological systems that contribute to their well-being.
This study aimed to understand the experiences and factors contributing to resilience among young Sudanese and South Sudanese refugees (aged 16, M = 16 years; N = 40; 21 males, 19 females) residing at the Sherkole refugee camp in Ethiopia's Benishangul-Gumuz region.
Six focus groups (N = 40) and four key informant interviews with government officials, caregivers, and school teachers explored themes related to resilience using thematic analysis. Member checking ensured findings aligned with participants' perspectives. A socio-ecological framework guided the exploration of multidimensional factors.
Five themes emerged: (1) support systems, (2) work engagement, (3) access to education, (4) role of religion, and (5) community engagement. Work opportunities helped young refugees cope with challenges, but key informants raised concerns about potential risks to education. Social connection and community engagement fostered a harmonious relationship with the host community. Religion and education alleviated stress and worries. The themes interrelated - community engagement improved host community relationships, increasing job opportunities and income (leading to better support systems). Religious activities and education also benefited relationships and provided relaxation.
This study supports the dynamic and multi-systemic nature of resilience within a socio-ecological framework. Findings can inform future resilience-promoting interventions and policies for young refugees.
年轻难民的恢复力与参与有助于其福祉的社会生态系统有关。
本研究旨在了解居住在埃塞俄比亚本尚古勒-古穆兹地区舍尔科尔难民营的年轻苏丹和南苏丹难民（年龄16岁，平均年龄 = 16岁；N = 40；21名男性，19名女性）恢复力的经历和影响因素。
通过六个焦点小组（N = 40）以及与政府官员、照顾者和学校教师进行的四次关键信息访谈，采用主题分析法探讨与恢复力相关的主题。成员核对确保研究结果与参与者的观点一致。社会生态框架指导对多维度因素的探索。
出现了五个主题：（1）支持系统，（2）工作参与，（3）受教育机会，（4）宗教的作用，（5）社区参与。工作机会帮助年轻难民应对挑战，但关键信息提供者对教育面临的潜在风险表示担忧。社会联系和社区参与促进了与东道社区的和谐关系。宗教和教育减轻了压力和忧虑。这些主题相互关联——社区参与改善了与东道社区的关系，增加了就业机会和收入（从而带来更好的支持系统）。宗教活动和教育也有利于人际关系并提供了放松。
本研究支持社会生态框架内恢复力的动态性和多系统性。研究结果可为未来促进年轻难民恢复力的干预措施和政策提供参考。
