Moving People

Migration, health & social participation

The Moving People network is an interdisciplinary research group dedicated to exploring the complex interrelations between migration, health, and social participation. Their primary objective is to foster collaboration among diverse research projects while enhancing the competencies of network partners through the integration of varied disciplinary insights. This network is distinguished by its rich interdisciplinarity, encompassing fields such as geography, nursing, occupational therapy, medicine, epidemiology, ethnology, anthropology, and sociology.

By leveraging this diverse expertise, the network aims to address migration-related challenges with innovative research approaches and fresh perspectives. It is pivotal for the Swedish context to get a comprehensive view of health, social participation in relationship with migration to promote equity, improving health outcomes, and fostering inclusive societies that value diversity. Our activities will include one onsite meeting per year, alternating between Malmö, Stockholm, and Umeå, complemented by online seminars and planning sessions. These gatherings will facilitate knowledge exchange, the development of new research projects, and the design of innovative health services, all while emphasizing intersectional perspectives.

The network recognise the importance of engaging with individuals who have migration experiences and collaborating with local organizations to promote social participation and conviviality. Our research agenda is informed by a critical perspective on migration issues, advocating for an inclusive approach rooted in human rights. By addressing health disparities and barriers to social participation, the Moving People network aspires to contribute to transformative research that enhances the well-being of migrant populations in Sweden.

Three cities in Sweden will take turns to host the activities in place planned with this network grant: Malmö, Stockholm and Umeå.

The specific goals of the network is to:

• Exchange knowledge about migration, health and social participation in society with emphasis on intersectional perspectives.
• Collaborate in the creation of new research projects and design of innovative health services.
• Initiate and maintain sustainable relationships with Swedish local organizations promoting conviviality.
• Create a vibrant space of exchange of experiences, discussion and knowledge creation for novice, junior and senior researchers in close contact with local actors.