Date of Graduation
Spring 5-14-2021
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Migration Studies
College/School
College of Arts and Sciences
Department/Program
Migration Studies
First Advisor
Ajar Chekirova
Abstract
After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, many Uzbek immigrants found their ways to the United States. Given the unique historic context to their cultural and national identity, Uzbeks experience distinctive integration and adaptation process when they arrive in the United States. Despite political instability and a weak economy in Uzbekistan, data from the United States Department of Homeland Security reveal that many Uzbek immigrants are leaving the U.S. for their home country. Thus, this study investigates factors for return migration among Uzbek immigrants for the period of 2010 to 2020. This study utilizes a mixture of qualitative and quantitative approaches, using eight semi-structured in-depth interviews with Uzbek return migrants.
Recommended Citation
Gayratbekov, Khojiakbar, "Identifying Factors for Voluntary Return Migration: A Case Study of Uzbek American Returnees" (2021). Master's Theses. 1364.
https://repository.usfca.edu/thes/1364
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