Identifying Central Aspects of Well-Being Among Individuals in Situations of Forced Migration in Finland

Areen Nassar ()
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Areen Nassar: Kokkola University Consortium Chydenius, University of Jyväskylä, 67701 Kokkola, Finland

Social Sciences, 2025, vol. 14, issue 9, 1-16

Abstract: This study identifies the aspects of well-being among individuals in situations of forced migration in Finland. Theoretically informed by Amartya Sen’s Capability Approach, this study explores the functionings valuable for well-being achievement among forced migrants within Finnish society. Qualitative data were collected from 43 forced migrants participating in eight group discussions. Findings highlight legal security, work, and social relatedness as central aspects of well-being in the Finnish context. Acknowledging the contextual nuances and temporal dynamics inherent in forced migration experiences, these findings offer insights to inform policies and services tailored to the diverse needs of this population.

Keywords: forced migration; well-being; capability approach; capabilities; functionings; forced migrants; Finland (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A B N P Y80 Z00 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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