From: Social contact and encounter in asylum seeker reception: the Utrecht Refugee Launchpad
Asylum seekers | Socius tenants |
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Allocated housing in ‘camp’ provided by the state, 4 people in 1 room, no ownership | Elective rental of housing at subsidized rent, 1 person in 1 room, co-ownership through ‘home-making’ |
Subject to decision to be moved with 2 weeks’ notice | Housing contract for up to 2 years |
Fundamental legal insecurity, limited right to work or study | Citizenship, full rights |
Daily life characterised by waiting | Working or studying |