Smugglers and Estate Agents: Syrian Refugee Views on Informality in Germany
Université Neuchâtel, 21/05/2021
NCCR-On the Move
Abstract
During the Syrian conflict that sparked after the insurgency in 2011, 5,6 million Syrians sought refuge in other countries. During their life-changing journeys, in order to achieve mobility, Syrians have had to seek illegal services of some intermediaries. These professionals, whom Syrians call “simsar,” are brokers of mobility, across borders and within societies.