INTEGRATING IN HOMEOWNERLAND: The Norwegian housing regime and why it matters for immigrants’ social inclusion

The Norwegian housing model stands out internationally with its emphasis on home ownership. Immigrants, however, disproportionally live in rented housing. The rental market is poorly regulated, and renters often encounter poor housing standards, deprived neighbourhoods, and discrimination. Focusing...

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Published in:Nordic Journal of Migration Research 2015-09, Vol.5 (3), p.117-125
Main Authors: Grødem, Anne Skevik, Hansen, Inger Lise Skog
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