Summary of Workshop Conclusions
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Gender and generation should be prioritised in research which seeks to understand the experiences of youth;
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Understanding the dynamics of transgeographic networks is important;
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Management of expectations is ethically important throughout research;
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Collaboration with local associations and local dissemination can bridge the gap between academia and practice;
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Participatory Research Approaches (PRA) can be effective tools for understanding the priorities of young refugees;
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PRA need to be designed mindful of social context and ethical issues;
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PRA can encourage agency and a sense of ownership:
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Policies should encourage self-reliance, self-expression and empowerment;
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Policies should provide the tools for 'rights holders' to advocate for their own interests;
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Policies should raise individual, household and group 'rights awareness';
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Policies affecting refugee youth should reflect a holistic and participatory approach;
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Policies should recognise the importance of oral history and memory;
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Policies should prioritise educational and vocational training.
