Integration of Refugees in Croatia – A Qualitative Study of the Integration Process and Intergroup Relations of Refugees from Syria

Based on the theoretical model of multidimensional, two-way, dynamic integration refugee and host community, a qualitative study was done determining views experiences with refugees from Syria community in Croatia. Five focus group discussions were held, three members (N = 21) two 11). Four overarching themes emerged data both groups: "Perspectives integration", "Socioeconomic "Intergroup relations", "Culture, language social obstacles to integration". They appeared consistently throughout discussions, hosts providing consensual view integration. understood same way recognised need for groups adapt as part process. Croatia perceived transit country temporary solution refugees, which is an obstacle Emphasis placed intergroup relations responsibility society tools mechanisms that foster socio-economic socio-psychological integration, overcome structural barriers promote pleasant contexts.