Intergenerational refugee aspirations and academic success: from uncertain pasts to promising futures
- Dr Hannah Soong
- Ms Rebecca Reid-Nguyen
- Dr Heidi Hetz
- Dr David Radford
- Dr Alison Wrench
- Mr Bill Lucas
This research is a qualitative study which investigates the impact of refugee-background parental aspirations on their children who are doing well academically. The 50 research participants included 23 parents, 14 tertiary, 3 secondary and 6 primary students and 4 educators.
The study offers significant insights into the intergenerational aspirations of refugee-background families. It highlights the important role of parents in fostering the educational success of their children and their subsequent development as accomplished, confident and respectful young adults.
Below are report detailing the project outcomes.
- Intergenerational Refugee Aspirations FULL REPORT
- Intergenerational Refugee Aspirations KEY MESSAGES
- Intergenerational Refugee SUMMARY REPORT
Here is a link to a compilation video clip of five tertiary participants sharing their experiences, along with questions to facilitate discussion.
- Video questions for parents of refugee background
- Video questions for preservice teachers and educators
- Video questions for primary and secondary students
