1. Objectifs

Intentions :
«[The] objectives of this study are to [i]dentify the types and ways that transnational family support is provided to migrant families in Canada; [a]ssess for patterns in the data that may suggest variations in the nature of this support […] and over time and [e]xplore the impact […] in receiving and providing transnational support, respectively.» (p. 3) This article describes the research design for an upcoming ethnographic study.

2. Méthode

Échantillon/Matériau :
«Migrant families with children living in Montreal, who self-identify as receiving transnational family support, will be recruited.» (p. 4)

Instruments :
Guide d’entretien semi-directif (à venir)

Type de traitement des données :
Réflexion critique

3. Résumé

«The research questions for this study were developed based on a synthesis of the recent qualitative literature on the parenthood experiences of refugees, asylum seekers and undocumented migrants (from the perspectives of those raising and caring for children in a new country). The design and methods for the study were informed by the research team’s previous experiences in conducting research with migrants, which included seeking community feedback. […] The families participating in this study will help direct and shape the methods as well, including recruitment and data collection. The migrant families will assist in recruiting their family members back home and all interviews and observations will be adapted based on what participants are interested in and willing to share with the research team.» (p. 4) Moreover, the «findings from this study have relevance to academics and front-line workers who interface directly with migrant families with children. The results will be used to raise awareness regarding the transnational contexts and their effects on migrant families. They will also be used to stimulate discussion on best methods for conducting transnational research and to plan future studies on transnational support for migrants.» (p. 7)