Abstract
Purpose The following question drove this research: Would the pursuit of a rights-based approach, one that considers local dynamics and political sensitivities result in greater economic integration and social inclusion of Syrian refugees in Turkey? The paper aims to discuss this issue. Design/methodology/approach This piece draws on independent research the author conducted in Turkey and other frontline states to the war in Syria from 2016 to 2018. Findings Despite a shift in government policy toward Syrian refugees, without an overarching rights-based approach that includes the participation of all stakeholders and considers local dynamics and political sensitivities, enhancing the livelihood security of Syrian refugees and vulnerable members of host communities remains bleak in Turkey. Originality/value This original paper closely examines the Government of Turkey’s response to the humanitarian crisis that was precipitated by the armed conflict in Syria. The paper also examines the socioeconomic dynamics and increased tensions between the Syrian refugee and host communities.
Highlights
In contemporary research, work alienation is defined as a disengaged, negative and even painful outlook on one’s job (Hirschfeld and Feild, 2000; Seeman, 1991), or as “estrangement or disconnect from work” (Nair and Vohra, 2012, p. 27)
The results show that autonomy and psychological capital are positively related to work alienation
We found no support for a direct relationship between hierarchical level and work alienation, which may indicate that
Summary
Work alienation is defined as a disengaged, negative and even painful outlook on one’s job (Hirschfeld and Feild, 2000; Seeman, 1991), or as “estrangement or disconnect from work” (Nair and Vohra, 2012, p. 27). This state is empirically linked with poor performance (Kartal, 2018), low commitment (Tummers and den Dulk, 2013), career dissatisfaction (Chiaburu et al, 2013), substance abuse (Isralowitz et al, 2012) and turnover intentions (Du Plooy and Roodt, 2010), and should be avoided at any cost To this end, prior studies have explored factors that are correlated with work alienation, such as one’s need for achievement and the extent of role conflict in one’s job (for an overview of correlates, see Chiaburu et al, 2014; Nair and Vohra, 2010; Shantz et al, 2015).
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