Homestay Hosting Dynamics and Refugee Well-Being: Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Homestay accommodations aim to support a smoother transition for refugees; yet, the intricate nature of relationships between refugees and their hosting families can make this process complex, which, in turn, can affect their health and well-being. It is crucial to grasp the experiences of both refugees and their host families in order to foster effective settlement, integration, and well-being.

Objective

The purpose of this scoping review is to explore the dynamics of homestay or hosting with a focus on understanding the experiences of both refugees and their hosting families to identify gaps in the literature and propose directions for future research.

Methods

We used the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and followed the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting

SUBMITTER: Al-Hamad A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11629040 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature