Published: August 14, 2018
Research suggests fears of linguistic isolation among new arrivals are unfounded
A new study from Australian researchers shows that refugees and new immigrants integrate well in Australia – especially in regional areas.
Contrary to recent comments from the multicultural affairs minister, Alan Tudge, that migrants who reside together “largely communicate in their mother tongue [and] are slower integrating”, the research found that refugees were welcomed by their new communities, found it “easy” to get along, and felt a strong sense of belonging to their new homes.
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