Migrant Women, Social Networks and Motherhood: The Experiences of Irish Nurses in Britain  

Oleh:

Ryan, Louise

Jenis: Article from Journal - ilmiah internasional
Dalam koleksi: Sociology vol. 41 no. 02 (Apr. 2007), page 295–312.
Topik: childcare; migrant women; paid work; social networks
Fulltext: 295.pdf (145.13KB)

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Although there is a growing interest in female migration, little attention has been paid to how migrant women access and sustain social networks, both locally and spatially dispersed, over time. Social networks theories have much to offer an analysis of migrants’ social ties and interpersonal relationships. However, while there is a lively interest in transnational networks and global chains of care, many migration studies have simply taken for granted the existence of post-migration networks. Drawing on a case study of Irish nurses in Britain, this article aims to contribute to a better understanding of how migrant women access and utilize local ties post-migration.While transnational networks may challenge the equation between spatial proximity and social interaction, this article argues that we should not overlook the importance of propinquity particularly in terms of day-to-day practical support and local knowledge.

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