WOMEN REFUGEES AND ASYLUM SEEKERS IN THE UK

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Seeking asylum in western industrialised states has traditionally been associated with young, single men. As a result, women have at times been rendered effectively invisible within the male dominated discourse on asylum law and policy. In recent years however, more attention has been given to issues specifically affecting women refugees and asylum seekers. This briefing begins by looking at relevant legal issues and then provides a breakdown of Home Office statistics on women asylum seekers and refugees. The following key issues are also explored: female genital mutilation, trafficking, detention and experiences in the UK with key resources given at the end. For more detail on the subject refer to ICAR’s Navigation Guide on Women Asylum Seekers and Refugees in the UK by Hildegard Dumper. Briefing written by Claire Dunn and Kim Ward.

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