Return aspirations and the life course of refugees in Germany: Study report

The dataset consists of 20 biographical-narrative interviews, conducted within the framework of the project Return aspirations and the life course of refugees in Germany, implemented by the German Center for Integration and Migration Research (DeZIM). The interviews took place in Berlin between mid-2023 and early 2024 and were conducted in Farsi/Dari, Tigrinya, English, or German, with professional translations ensuring consistency. Participants, aged 22 to 48, include 14 Afghan and 6 Eritrean refugees who arrived in Germany between 2013 and 2019. Seven interview pairs consist of two adult members of the same household, providing insights into family dynamics in migration decision-making. The study focuses on personal migration experiences, from initial circumstances in home countries and transit phases to settlement in Germany and future aspirations. All interviews have been transcribed, translated into English, anonymized, and are available for scientific secondary analysis. 

doi: 10.26092/elib/3797