The Bhutan Journal Volume II, Issue 1
- Editorial
- De-Suung: The Orange Army
- Democracy, Adult Franchise, and Public Participation
- Integration and Satisfaction Among Resettled Bhutanese in Australia
- Bhutanese Refugee Cultural Complex: An Outsider-Insider’s Perspective
- Democracy and Political Prisoners in Bhutan
- Refugees Longing for Repatriation Anticipate Permanent Persuaders
- Bhutanese Refugees: Past, Present and Future
ABSTRACT
Traditionally, three possible solutions are pursued to address refugee problems globally. These include repatriation of refugees to their country of origin; local integration or third-country resettlement. This article explores further the resettlement option, how it is currently approached by different resettlement countries, and opportunities for key stakeholders to work more collaboratively by adopting strength-based approaches. Role of service providers as well as communities and community leaders are explored in driving positive settlement as well as successful integration outcomes. The focus of this article is on learnings from the Bhutanese refugee settlement experiences in different settlement countries and the role community leaders can play in driving successful settlement outcomes.
Keywords: Bhutanese refugees, capacity building community, leadership, resettlement, strength-based approach,