Austin, Texas, USA: A Case Report of Refugees in Towns

Syrian refugees living in Austin

The Austin case report looks at Syrian refugees living in Austin, and how their wellbeing impacts their experiences with integration. The author, herself a Syrian migrant to the US, shares a depth of experience with shifting identity, belonging, and ability to live and thrive in Austin, documenting everything from learning cultural norms and mannerisms to driving and understanding street signs.

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