Research & Studies

Why do Ukrainians want to go back home? Possible causes behind the return of war refugees to Ukraine

War in Ukraine

The article was written by Larysa Tamilina, associated fellow of iASK and was released on Vox Ukraine on 4 August 2022.

 

Abstract

While Ukraine is fighting the Russian invasion, the West is preoccupied with the issue of refugees. In addition to looking for funds to cover their stay, the EU is concerned whether these people will eventually return home. Opinion polls generally show that 50 to 80 percent of those trying to escape the war expressed the intention to move back after the situation improves in Ukraine.

 

The article is available HERE, with full text