Working Papers

This section contains working papers published by DAMI Senter. The publications present scholarly analyses and in-depth studies based on scientific methods, documented sources, and relevant research on social and cultural issues.

Returning to Syria Between Legal Protection and Rebuilding a LifeHow Integration, Family, and Institutional Trust Shape Return Intentions

Working Papers

Returning to Syria Between Legal Protection and Rebuilding a LifeHow Integration, Family, and Institutional Trust Shape Return IntentionsLouay AL-DaherDAMI Senter — Working Paper No. 05/202624.09.2026 When Syrian refugees consider returning, several questions intersect: whether they still need protection, whether they can continue residing in their host country, whether they want to return, and whether they

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The Welfare Paradox

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Why Do Some Refugees Choose to Stay Even When Return Becomes Possible?By Louay AL-Daher DAMI – Senter06.08.2026 About this Research Series This research series is part of DAMI Senter’s ongoing research programme on migration, asylum, and integration. It examines these issues from a legal and sociological perspective informed by contemporary international scholarship. The series revisits

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When Does a Refugee Cease to Be a Refugee?Article 1C: How Refugee Status Comes to an End

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When Does a Refugee Cease to Be a Refugee?Article 1C: How Refugee Status Comes to an EndBy Louay AL+Daher ? DAMI Senter23.07.2026 About this Research Series This research series is part of DAMI Senter’s ongoing research programme on migration, asylum, and integration. It examines these issues from a legal and sociological perspective informed by contemporary

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Article 1 Asylum Between Temporary Protection and Durable Solutions

Working Papers

Article 1 Asylum Between Temporary Protection and Durable SolutionsThe Refugee Dilemma: Temporary Protection and the Responsibility of ReturnDAMI Senter Research SeriesBy Louay AL-Daher15.07.2026 About this Research SeriesThis research series is part of DAMI Senter’s ongoing research programme on migration, asylum, and integration. It examines these issues from a legal and sociological perspective informed by contemporary

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