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Vivona, Christin (1989- )

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1989-

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Exploitation of the undocumented : the lack of agency and capital amongst undocumented Brazilian immigrants, 2015

 Item — Call number MU Thesis Viv
Identifier: b7607897
Abstract Brazilian immigrants in Saint Christopher, United States suffer various obstacles to their success. The first comes when the migrant realizes that he is ineligible to legally live permanently and work in Saint Christopher. This is where he first loses his agency. Although this agency is regained through the process of illegal immigration, it is again threatened by exploitation and discrimination within the United States. Some mistreatment comes from American business owners, landlords,...
Dates: 2015