The article presents a reflection on the possibilities that the information technologies and new apps developed in the context of the sharing economy may have in the processes of receiving refugees. In recent years, the narrative of migratory phenomena has emphasised the idea of an “out of control emergency”, negatively affecting the ability to imagine constructive answers to arising situations. After a review of definitions, numbers and reception practices in Italy, the article focuses on the inclusive models made possible by using digital collaborative platforms. The case of Refugees Welcome, an association that uses an online platform to connect people offering a room with refugees looking for a place in which to live is analysed in order to better understand its working model, using a mix of qualitative and quantitative data. The conclusion provides a reflection on the potential that this kind of approach may have in promoting social inclusion processes and supporting active citizenship among all individuals both directly and indirectly involved in the association’s activities.

Ferrari, M., Bernardi, M., Mura, G., Diamantini, D. (2020). The potentials of digital collaborative platforms for the innovation of refugees’ reception strategies. REVISTA DE CERCETARE SI INTERVENTIE SOCIALA, 68, 64-82 [10.33788/rcis.68.5].

The potentials of digital collaborative platforms for the innovation of refugees’ reception strategies

Ferrari M.;Bernardi M.;Mura G.;Diamantini D.
2020

Abstract

The article presents a reflection on the possibilities that the information technologies and new apps developed in the context of the sharing economy may have in the processes of receiving refugees. In recent years, the narrative of migratory phenomena has emphasised the idea of an “out of control emergency”, negatively affecting the ability to imagine constructive answers to arising situations. After a review of definitions, numbers and reception practices in Italy, the article focuses on the inclusive models made possible by using digital collaborative platforms. The case of Refugees Welcome, an association that uses an online platform to connect people offering a room with refugees looking for a place in which to live is analysed in order to better understand its working model, using a mix of qualitative and quantitative data. The conclusion provides a reflection on the potential that this kind of approach may have in promoting social inclusion processes and supporting active citizenship among all individuals both directly and indirectly involved in the association’s activities.
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Digital collaborative platforms; Immigration; Refugees; Social equity; Social inclusion;
English
2020
68
64
82
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Ferrari, M., Bernardi, M., Mura, G., Diamantini, D. (2020). The potentials of digital collaborative platforms for the innovation of refugees’ reception strategies. REVISTA DE CERCETARE SI INTERVENTIE SOCIALA, 68, 64-82 [10.33788/rcis.68.5].
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