Exploring the Jurisprudence of Reception, Livelihoods, and Repatriation of Syrian Refugees in Jordan: A Rights-Based Perspective on Human Security and Legal Protections

This study explores Jordanian jurisprudence on Syrian refugees, focusing on their rights to livelihoods and the complexities of repatriation through a human rights framework. Guided by UN General Assembly Resolution A/59/2005, the research employs qualitative content analysis to assess Jordan’s legal structures affecting hosting policies and access to livelihoods. Findings show that while Jordan offers significant education and healthcare access, economic rights are not fully realized, with limited entry into the labor market. The government encourages voluntary repatriation in partnership with UNHCR, emphasizing a rights-based approach that aims to strengthen refugee protections and promote social justice for vulnerable groups.

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Journal of Asian and African Studies
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2026-01-07
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https://doi.org/10.1177/00219096251400726
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Education and experiences of immigrants and refugees
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Exploring the Jurisprudence of Reception, Livelihoods, and Repatriation of Syrian Refugees in Jordan: A Rights-Based Perspective on Human Security and Legal Protections

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Exploring the Jurisprudence of Reception, Livelihoods, and Repatriation of Syrian Refugees in Jordan: A Rights-Based Perspective on Human Security and Legal Protections

Matthias Drilling, Hind Al-Shoubaki, Ciara Patterson, Reem Alhaj Saleh, Wa’ed Alshoubaki
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This study explores Jordanian jurisprudence on Syrian refugees, focusing on their rights to livelihoods and the complexities of repatriation through a human rights framework. Guided by UN General Assembly Resolution A/59/2005, the research employs qualitative content analysis to assess Jordan’s legal structures affecting hosting policies and access to livelihoods. Findings show that while Jordan offers significant education and healthcare access, economic rights are not fully realized, with limited entry into the labor market. The government encourages voluntary repatriation in partnership with UNHCR, emphasizing a rights-based approach that aims to strengthen refugee protections and promote social justice for vulnerable groups.

Journal of Asian and African Studies
University of Jordan (JO), ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences (CH), United Nations University – Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (NL), FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (CH)
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Education and experiences of immigrants and refugees
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