"My suitcases are still not fully unpacked”: Ukrainian refugee mothers under Norwegian temporary collective protection

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dc.abstract.enPurpose: This study explores the lived experiences of Ukrainian refugee mothers who have resettled in Norway under the temporary collective protection scheme. In particular, the research investigates how structural integration mechanisms, psychosocial well-being, and individual aspirations intersect in shaping adaptation processes. Methods: A qualitative design was adopted, using semi-structured interviews with ten Ukrainian refugee mothers residing across different Norwegian municipalities. Analysis was conducted within a critical-realist and contextualist stance using reflexive thematic analysis, with attention to both systemic constraints and agentic responses. Results: Three overarching themes were identified. First, Introduction Programme (IP) Misalignment captures participants’ frustrations with the one-size-fits-all integration model, with particular emphasis on language barriers and the non-recognition of premigration professional qualifications. Second, the State of Limbo reflects the psychological distress associated with temporary protection status, ongoing uncertainty, and dependency on welfare mechanisms. Third, Commitment to Staying highlights a future-oriented stance marked by resilience, maternal responsibility, and appreciation for Norwegian safety and values. Discussion: The findings demonstrate that while Ukrainian refugee mothers in Norway face significant institutional and psychological challenges, they also exhibit high levels of motivation and adaptive resilience. Structural barriers compound feelings of liminality and hinder full participation in Norwegian society.
dc.affiliationWydział Psychologii
dc.contributor.authorAnjum, Gulnaz
dc.contributor.authorIsaac, Laure
dc.contributor.authorGrzymała-Moszczyńska, Halina
dc.contributor.authorMazurowska, Karolina
dc.date.access2025-11-14
dc.date.accessioned2026-05-17T11:57:44Z
dc.date.available2026-05-17T11:57:44Z
dc.date.created2025-10-21
dc.date.issued2025-11-14
dc.description.accesstimeat_publication
dc.description.issue1
dc.description.physical1-16
dc.description.sdgPeaceJusticeAndStrongInstitutions
dc.description.sdgQualityEducation
dc.description.sdgGoodHealthAndWellBeing
dc.description.sdgGenderEquality
dc.description.versionfinal_published
dc.description.volume20
dc.identifier.doi10.1080/17482631.2025.2580074
dc.identifier.eissn1748-2631
dc.identifier.issn1748-2623
dc.identifier.urihttps://share.swps.edu.pl/handle/swps/2341
dc.identifier.weblinkhttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17482631.2025.2580074
dc.languageen
dc.pbn.affiliationpsychologia
dc.rightsCC-BY-NC
dc.rights.questionYes_rights
dc.share.articleOPEN_JOURNAL
dc.subject.enUkraine war
dc.subject.enmental health
dc.subject.enrefugee women
dc.subject.enpsychosocial support
dc.subject.enrefugee integration
dc.subject.enUkrainian refugees
dc.subject.enlife in limbo
dc.swps.sciencecloudsend
dc.title"My suitcases are still not fully unpacked”: Ukrainian refugee mothers under Norwegian temporary collective protection
dc.title.journalIntenational Journal of Qualitative Studies in Health and Well-being
dc.typeJournalArticle
dspace.entity.typeArticle