Essays about: "detention"

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1. 1. Exploring the British newspapers´ representation of Private Security Companies in detention centres in the UK Ayla Arslan Waltersson Global Studies, University of Gothenburg Examensarbete för kandidatexamen i Globala studier Bachelor thesis in Global Studies, GS1511 Spring term 2023 Supervisor: Aly Verjee Word count

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

   Author : Arslan Waltersson Ayla; [2023-10-18]
   Keywords : Private security companies; private contractors; detention centres; asylum seekers; neo-liberalism; governmentality;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the prominent narratives on Private Security Companies (PSCs) in British news articles surrounding privatised detention centres for immigrants and asylum seekers. PSCs have become increasingly significant in migration-related activities, not least in neoliberal states such as the UK. READ MORE

3. 2. Uncontrollable Bodies : Self-harm behaviour among male undocumented migrants detained in Southern Italian CPR

   University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för kultur och samhälle

   Author : Giada Tagliente; [2023]
   Keywords : immigration detention; migrants; Italy; self harm; resistance;

   Abstract : In response to the recent surge in migrants entering Italy, the Italian government has implemented several laws since early 2023 to expand the administrative detention system for migrants - mostly males - pending repatriation, commonly known as Centri di Permanenza per il Rimpatr io (CPR). Despite the large body of evidence provided by national humanitarian organizations and academic research concerning their overall detrimental effect - both on national budgets and detainees’ psychophysiological health –, these centers are still deemed as the best way to deal with the migration phenomenon. READ MORE

4. 3. Externalization of Migration Management : Assessment of European Union Responsibility in Abuses of Migrants in Transit Countries

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

   Author : Anugo Obiefuna; [2023]
   Keywords : European Union; Libya; Externalisation; Migration; Migrants’ abuse;

   Abstract : Since the early 2000s, the European Union evolved a policy of externalization of management of migration into its territory. The externalization policy makes migrant transit countries neighboring the EU a frontier of EU migration control. READ MORE

5. 4. THE CRIMINALISATION OF NGO-LED SAR OPERATIONS : A Contributing Factor Towards Crimes Against Humanity Against Migrants in Libya

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Juridiska institutionen

   Author : Maanpreet Kaur; [2023]
   Keywords : Mediterranean Sea; migrants; distress; lifesaving efforts; Non-Governmental Organisations NGO ; Search and Rescue SAR Operations; Libyan Coast Guard LCG ; detention; human rights violations; criminalisation; NGO aid workers; interception; risks; vulnerable; Crimes Against Humanity CAH ; Italy; criminalisation of humanitarian aid workers; vilification; SAR missions; consequences; rights; dynamics; international legal framework; liability; Italian State Officials ISO ; International Criminal Court ICC ; legislations; International Criminal Law;

   Abstract : In the perilous waters of the Mediterranean Sea, migrants find themselves facing limited choices when in distress. Their options are stark: either to rely on the lifesaving efforts of Non- Governmental Organisations (NGO) aid workers conducting Search and Rescue (SAR) Operations, to be intercepted by the Libyan Coast Guard (LCG) and subsequently detained in Libya where their human rights are gravely violated, or to face the tragic fate of perishing at sea. READ MORE

6. 5. SuDS water storage capacity calculator : A decision support tool for the implementation ofSustainable Drainage Systems in Östersund.

   University essay from Mittuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekoteknik- och hållbart byggande

   Author : Tess van der Hulle; [2022]
   Keywords : Sustainable Drainage Systems SuDS ; Decision Support Systems DSS ; precipitation; calculator; stormwater model; Östersund; Sweden;

   Abstract : Heavy precipitation events are expected to increase in intensity and frequency, due to global warming. Sewer systems might overload during heavy rainfall, resulting in floods which potentially affect all municipalities in Sweden. READ MORE