Well-being Of Refugees Research Articles

Understanding Ukrainian refugees’ wellbeing and adaptation in Denmark

Abstract Background Since the Russian invasion in Ukraine, nearly 8 million of Ukrainians have feld to EU countries. From the beginning of the crisis, local authorities in the Denmark have facilitated the resettlement of over 30,000 Ukrainian refugees. Denmark, has implemented a special law to speed up the asylum process, access to healthcare, and integration. Yet, there is limited knowledge about whether and how these efforts work in practice and how Ukrainian refugees experience adapting to the Nordic Country. Aims and methods Grounded in participatory research this study aimed to understand the health and psychosocial needs of Ukrainian refugees living in Denmark and to generate strategies for improving their psychosocial wellbeing. We have conducted two workshops (N = 11 participants) and 15 in depth interviews (in progress) with Ukrainian refugees living in Copenhagen. The workshop and interviews inquired about experiences of fleeing and settling in Denmark, living conditions, psychosocial needs, and experiences accessing healthcare and integration services, and actions to improve their adaptation. Qualitative data was analyzed using thematic network analysis. Results Informed by from Ryan's Resource Based model of refugee adaptation, preliminary results show three main aspects that challenge the adaptation of Ukrainians. Mismatch between the state's integration demands and refugees needs and goals, difficulties navigating healthcare system, housing conditions and mistreatment by housing staff. These challenges are particularly relevant for refugees that lack a network in Denmark, and contribute to experiences of accumulated daily stress and worry. Conclusions Results show how despite the increase efforts to support aces to healthcare, housings, and integration services; challenges remain. Findings will help to identify strategies in these three areas to improve the wellbeing and adaptation of Ukrainian refugees. Key messages • We identified several obstacles to Ukrainian refugees’ access to health care in a Danish context. • Obstacles in access to healthcare lead to re-stress and may have devastating consequences to Ukrainian refugeeś health.

Ensuring health and wellbeing of Ukrainian refugees in the UK: the role of initial health assessments and local authority involvement

Abstract Since the beginning of the crisis in Ukraine, local authorities in the UK have facilitated the resettlement of over 150,000 Ukrainian refugees (as of February 2023) to the country. In this presentation, Anna Deal will discuss a UK case study based on her recent research working closely with local authorities in London to conduct a health and wellbeing needs assessment, exploring the situation facing Ukrainians and other key nationality groups on arrival. This presentation will focus on identified health and social needs of Ukrainians and current healthcare provision, including initial health assessments and catch-up vaccination delivery, for Ukrainians on arrival and how this varies under different local authorities. It will conclude by summarising key challenges faced in delivery of services and recommendations and implications for improving service delivery, both in the UK and other European countries hosting Ukrainian refugees.

The stress of war. Recommendations for the protection of mental health and wellbeing for both Ukrainian refugees as well as Poles supporting them.

The presence of large numbers of Ukrainians looking for refuge in Poland is a new experience for Poles. The ongoing war and the uncertainty of the situation of those displaced may cause anxiety and lead to stressful reactions, exacerbated by endlessly circulating information on hostilities. Therefore, the sense of security may be threatened not only among Ukrainians who have fled to Poland, but also among people who support Ukrainians, who offer them help and shelter. Prolonged support, if not accompanied by proper selfcare can increase the risk of burnout as well as lead to distressful emotional states, such as a feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, reluctance to provide further help, or even demonstrate hostility. The article presents the situation and current psychosocial needs of Ukrainian refugees in Poland and provides a set of recommendations regarding the organization of mental health care in the face of the ongoing war in Ukraine. There are available tools to use by Polish specialists and lay helpers to support Ukrainian refugees. The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Intervention Pyramid, developed by the Inter-Agency Standing Committee, is used to classify suggested interventions. Appropriate care should be available to both refugees as well as the host population involved in their care.

‘Enjoying Time Alone’: Exploring Solitude as a Positive Space for Refugee Wellbeing

Abstract In this article, I draw upon a participatory research project to explore how solitude enhanced a sense of place-attachment and wellbeing for former refugees in Aotearoa New Zealand. Solitude is overlooked in refugee resettlement research, which instead prioritizes theories of social participation and integration. However, positive experiences of aloneness enabled participants to freely regulate their emotions, express their identities, restructure their surroundings, and build meaningful place-attachments. Such emotionally transformative experiences are central to feeling well in new places, and I therefore argue that solitude requires researchers and policymakers’ attention as part of a more balanced resettlement approach; where the stressful work of social participation and integration are tempered with the necessary time and space for individuals to rest, reflect, and rejuvenate. In particular, resettling refugees could benefit from more research on the intersectional nuances of solitude and enhanced access to local knowledge, space, and resources to pursue meaningful solitary activities.

Trauma experiences, posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms, and psychological well-being of Syrian refugees in Jordan and the United States.

Trauma experiences, posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms, and psychological well-being of Syrian refugees in Jordan and the United States.

Child poverty among refugees

There are now more violent conflicts globally than at any time in the past three decades, resulting in the largest forced displacement crisis ever recorded. Understanding at a granular level the well-being of refugees is essential to inform successful poverty alleviation strategies and unlock refugees’ potential. As forced displacement can lead to a reorganization of a family’s structure, we use a structural model in combination with data from refugee camps and surrounding communities in Uganda and Kenya to estimate the allocation of consumption within families. We compute poverty rates that account for intra-household inequality, finding that refugee children can be up to three times more likely to be poor than adults. So, refugee children not only suffer from the experience of forced migration, but also from potentially low nutrition and a disproportionately higher poverty risk. Using a supervised machine learning algorithm, we show that a small set of observable traits, such as a child’s age, household composition, and access to sanitation and clean water, predict child poverty in refugee settlements and surrounding communities remarkably well, often better than per-capita household expenditure.

Supporting refugee employees’ psychological needs at work: the role of HRM practices

In the face of an increasingly pressing refugee crisis, understanding how organizations’ human resource management (HRM) support practices are perceived by refugee workers is critical not only for refugee well-being but also organizational effectiveness. Grounded on self-determination theory (SDT), the current study contributes to this understanding by 1) testing refugee workers’ perceptions of HRM support practices as helpful or needs-satisfying—in terms of fulfilling autonomy, competence, and relatedness needs, and 2) exploring the mechanisms—why refugees find the practices needs satisfying. We surveyed both refugee (n = 99) and non-refugee workers (n = 345) in the U.S. The findings highlighted that, compared to non-refugees, refugee workers tend to view autonomy practices as especially helpful. Moreover, some of the need differences were mediated by refugees’ higher work centrality. We conclude with a discussion of the theoretical and practical implications of how future HRM can support refugee well-being.

Effect of Humanitarian Assistance for Vulnerable Communities on Social Welfare of Refugees in Rwanda: A Case of Mahama Refugee Camp

Humanitarian assistance continues to assist Rwandan refugees who select to voluntarily repatriate their children. Mahama camp experienced clean water supply which was below standards (at an average of 13.8 liters per person per day as compared to the standard of 20 liters per person per day), there was a lack of school facilities (60 students per classroom), and there were recurrent challenges in maintaining the provision of food assistance, land scarcity resulted in the congestion of refugee camps and limited opportunities for agricultural projects, and reduced support for self-reliance activities, with under 17,000 refugees engaged in income-generating activities during the year. Therefore, they are often very reliant on overseas aid, now they are no longer capable to enhance their resilience skills or preserve support livelihoods. Therefore, this study examined the effect of humanitarian assistance for vulnerable communities on social welfare of refugees in Rwanda. The specific objective of this study was to examine the implementation of humanitarian assistance for vulnerable communities in Mahama Refugee Camp; to assess the satisfaction level in refugees’ welfare and to identify weaknesses in the acquisition of basic needs in Mahama Refugee Camp. The descriptive (quantitative and qualitative) and analytical research design was used in this study; the sample size is 100 respondents from 54000 population and using simple random sampling techniques. The data collected was coded and Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 20 was used for data entry and analysis, statistical tools were used including frequency counts, percentages, mean and standard deviation. The implementation of humanitarian assistance for vulnerable communities by 4.15 of overall mean, the satisfaction level in Refugee welfare by 4.12 of overall mean and the weaknesses in acquisition of basic needs by 2.9 of overall mean. As recommendation, they should provide way of solving same challenges such as food security, security and water and sanitation. Keywords: Humanitarian Assistance, Vulnerable Communities, Social Welfare, Mahama Refugee Camp, Rwanda

The influences of faith on illness representations and coping procedures of mental and cognitive health among aging Arab refugees: a qualitative study.

Refugees experience higher rates of mental illness such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) which are documented risk factors for dementia. Faith and spiritual practices have been shown to play a significant role in patients' understanding and coping with illness, however, this field of study among refugee populations remains lacking. This study aims to address this literature gap by examining the role of faith on mental health and cognitive health among Arab refugees resettled in Arab and Western countries. A total of 61 Arab refugees were recruited through ethnic community-based organizations in San Diego, California, United States (N = 29) and Amman, Jordan (N = 32). Participants were interviewed through in-depth, semi-structured interviews or focus groups. Interviews and focus groups were transcribed, translated, and coded using inductive thematic analysis and organized based on Leventhal's Self-Regulation Model. Faith and spiritual practices significantly impact participants' illness perceptions and coping procedures regardless of resettlement country or gender. Several themes emerged: (1) participants believe in the interdependent relationship between mental and cognitive health. (2) There is a self-awareness of the impact of the refugee experience and trauma on participants' mental health problems, leading to a belief of increased personal risk for developing dementia. (3) Spiritual fatalism (belief that events are predetermined by God, fate, or destiny) greatly informs these perceptions of mental and cognitive health. (4) Participants acknowledge that practicing faith improves their mental and cognitive health, and many read scripture to prevent dementia. (5) Finally, spiritual gratitude and trust are important coping procedures that build resilience among participants. Faith and spirituality play an important role in shaping Arab refugees' illness representations and coping procedures of mental and cognitive health. Holistic public health and clinical interventions tailored to the spiritual needs of aging refugees and incorporating religion in prevention strategies are increasingly needed to improve the brain health and wellbeing of refugees.

Designing Devices for Vulnerable Populations: What Needs to Change?

The health and well-being of refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and stateless communities are often at risk due to political, logistical, and security challenges associated with providing adequate and timely medical aid to the deserving groups [1]. These challenges are further exacerbated by the absence of context-appropriate technologies that can aid in diagnosis, management, and treatment of life-threatening illnesses. The health challenges faced by forcibly displaced communities are a product of unique factors ranging from conflict to climate change and are further complicated by the living conditions and the surrounding environment [2]. In these situations, there is a need for technologies that are safe, effective, reliable, unbiased, and appropriate for the cultural and economic context.

Refugees and Their Unforeseen Future

Introduction:The current hybrid war in Ukraine clearly shows the impacts of modern warfare on civilians. Infrastructure, including healthcare facilities, energy sources, and every entity supporting the lifeline of the people are under attack, leaving no options but to leave the country for those who can. Since the outbreak of the conflict, over three million Ukrainian women and children have migrated to the neighboring countries. Although women and children might be the healthiest groups among refugees, they create other challenges within healthcare.Method:Qualitative and quantitative methods which describes all possible impacts of the war on the refugees’ situation in three periods of time.Migration: During this period, besides the risk of trauma, there are other types of diseases such as infectious diseases that influence the outcome of the migration.Settlement: This period consists of emergency physical and psychological conditions that bring the refugees to the hospitals. Hygenic issues and exposure to new diseases such as Covid-19 can be part of this period. Additionally, there might be social adjustment issues that need to be discussed.The post-conflict: Consists of PTSD and other psychological impacts of the war, which may change the course of the life of many survivors. The final impact of the failure in social adjustment may also result in long-term socio-cultural issues.Results:We expect that the results of the submitted projects demonstrate the unforeseen physical and psychological wounds in refugees, irrespective of their age and background. One major outcome would be the failure of the social adjustment and if possible, a comparison with previous wars’ refugees.Conclusion:The research will conclude by presenting a summary of all results and categorization of the conditions that influence the well-being of refugees as well as the host country. New recommendations will be available based on the experience gained and the results presented.

Health and well-being of refugees, asylum seekers, undocumented migrants, and internally displaced persons under COVID-19: a scoping review.

The objective of this scoping review was to identify what is known about the impact of COVID-19 on the physical and mental well-being of refugees, asylum seekers, undocumented migrants, and internally displaced persons. The aim was also to identify barriers influencing access to treatment or prevention. The search was conducted using PubMed/Medline, CINAHL, Scopus, and ScienceDirect. A mixed methods appraisal tool was used to assess methodological rigor. The study findings were synthesized using a thematic analysis approach. This review comprised 24 studies and were conducted utilizing a mixed method approach incorporating both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Two major themes were identified related to the impact of COVID-19 on the health and wellbeing of refugees, asylum seekers, undocumented migrants, and internally displaced persons and the key barriers influencing access to treatment or prevention of COVID-19. They often have barriers to accessing healthcare due to their legal status, language barriers, and limited resources. The pandemic has further strained already limited health resources, making it even more challenging for these populations to receive healthcare. This review reveals that refugees and asylum seekers in receiving facilities face a higher risk of COVID-19 infection than the general population due to their less favorable living conditions. The various health impacts stem from a lack of access to accurate information about the pandemic, misinformation, and the exacerbation of pre-existing mental health issues caused by heightened stress, anxiety, and uncertainty, fear of deportation among undocumented migrants, and overcrowding camps and detention facilities that increase exposure risk. Social distancing measures are difficult to implement in these settings, and inadequate sanitation, hygiene, and a lack of personal protective equipment further compound the problem. Moreover, the pandemic has had significant economic consequences for these populations. Many of them rely on informal or precarious employment, which has been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. Job losses and reduced working hours, and limited access to social protection can lead to increased poverty, and food insecurity. Children faced specific challenges, such as disruptions to education, additionally, interruptions in support services for pregnant women. Some pregnant women have avoided seeking maternity care due to fears of contracting COVID-19, resulting in increased home births and delays in accessing healthcare services. Factors that play a role in vaccination reluctance include uncertainty of undocumented migrants' inclusion in vaccination programs, furthermore, a growing vaccine hesitancy in the population; skepticism about the safety of vaccines, inadequate knowledge/education, a variety of access barriers such as language barriers, and logistical challenges including remote locations, and inaccurate information. This review highlights that the physical health of refugees, asylum seekers, undocumented migrants, and internally displaced persons has been significantly impacted by various barriers to healthcare access during the pandemic. These barriers include legal and administrative challenges, such as a lack of documentation. Additionally, the shift to digital tools has introduced new obstacles, not only due to language barriers or limited technical knowledge but also because of structural barriers, such as the requirement of a bank ID that is often inaccessible to these groups. Other factors contributing to limited healthcare access include financial constraints, language barriers, and discrimination. Additionally, limited access to accurate information about health services, prevention measures, and available resources may hinder them from seeking care or following public health guidelines. Misinformation and lack of trust in healthcare systems can also contribute to a reluctance to access care or vaccination programs. There is concerning evidence regarding vaccine hesitancy that needs to be addressed to reduce any future pandemic outbreak, in addition there is a need to explore the factors that play a role in vaccination reluctance among children in these populations.

Life and mental health in limbo of the Ukraine war: How can helpers assist civilians, asylum seekers and refugees affected by the war?

The terror spread by the war disrupts lives and severs families, leaving individuals and communities devastated. People are left to fend for themselves on multiple levels, especially psychologically. It is well documented that war adversely affects non-combatant civilians, both physically and psychologically. However, how the war puts civilians' lives in a limbo is an under-researched area. This paper focuses on three aspects: (1) how the mental health and well-being of Ukrainian civilians, asylum seekers, and refugees are affected by the war caused limbo; (2) what factors affect this process of being stuck in the limbo of war; and (3) how psychologists and helpers in the war-ridden and host countries can provide meaningful support. Based on the authors' own practical work with Ukrainian civilians, refugees, and professional helpers during the war, this paper provides an overview of multi-level factors that impact human psyches in a war, and possible ways to help those who are living in the war limbo. In this research and experiential learning-based review, we offer some helpful strategies, action plans, and resources for the helpers including psychologists, counselors, volunteers, and relief workers. We emphasize that the effects of war are neither linear nor equal for all civilians and refugees. Some will recover and return to a routine life while others will experience panic attacks, trauma, depression, and even PTSD, which can also surface much later and can prolong over the years. Hence, we provide experience-based ways of dealing with short-term and prolonged trauma of living with war and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Mental health professionals and other helpers in Ukraine and in host countries can use these helping strategies and resources to provide effective support for Ukrainians and for war refugees in general.

The Relationship between UK’s Refugee Legislation and Policies and the Welfare of Refugees

The aggregate of refugees to the UK has been on a sharp increase during recent years. Such a rise would put a strain on government expenditures. This substantial investment in refugees may result in the current limited refugee policy. Therefore, this paper focuses on those limited refugee policies and illustrates how they impact the welfare of refugees by collecting interviews and government documents from the point of view of refugee applications, refugee education, and refugee employment policy. From the research, the so-called "benefiting refugee" policy—Rwanda initiative not only denies refugees their right to asylum but also threatens their personal safety; the unsuitable and stricter education policy has not met the required education level for refugee children; the unfair employment policy for the majority of asylum seekers and would have a negative effect on their near future (after getting refugee status).

The role of market-based transformative service initiatives in service inclusion of refugees

PurposeThis paper aims to empirically investigate the role of market-based transformative service initiatives (TSIs) during the refugee crisis and shed light on how such TSIs increase inclusion of refugees in service systems by using market forces while creating broader benefits for service organizations themselves.Design/methodology/approachThis paper uses the case of the World Food Program’s (WFP) Dalili smartphone application targeting Syrian refugees in the context of Lebanon. A mixed-methods approach, including in-depth interviews with the retail managers of the local supermarkets and statistical cross- and intra-regional analysis on the retailing mix elements of the local supermarkets was adopted for the empirical investigation.FindingsThe results show that the WFP’s Dalili TSI increases service inclusion of refugees by facilitating their access to the essential food services easier and at affordable prices and helps them integrate into the host community. Furthermore, such market-based TSIs were shown to have broader benefits for other stakeholders in the food retail ecosystem including retailers and nonrefugee shoppers as they are successful in improving the retailing management standards of the participating supermarkets by decreasing the average retail price of the merchandise, increasing their variety and assortment, increasing promotional offers and improving the customer service level.Research limitations/implicationsThis research fills the gap in the literature for empirical investigation on the impact mechanism of market-based TSIs on service inclusion and well-being of refugees. In contrast to the majority of TSIs studied in the literature that are designed by governments or nonprofit organizations in the areas such as higher education, health care and humanitarian aids, this study focuses on the case of TSIs developed by supranational organizations using market forces in the food retail ecosystem. Furthermore, the findings suggest that TSIs could also benefit the service organizations that offer such initiatives.Practical implicationsThe findings of this paper have implications for service organizations and policymakers and their ability to design effective market-based TSIs during the refugee crisis.Originality/valueThe studied case in the context of TSIs in the food retail ecosystem and the empirical approach used are academically novel. Moreover, focusing on the refugee crisis in the Middle East region is rather understudied in the service research literature.

Migrant health during public health emergencies: The Ebola crisis in Uganda

The Ebola virus diseases (EVD) declared in Uganda in September 22, 2022, has spread to seven districts by early November, with a total of 131 confirmed cases and 48 deaths. Public health emergency response in Uganda deserves a specific and tailored approach due to the current population composition, which accounts to around 1.4 million refugees and asylum seekers. Indeed, Uganda is a potential example of how increased international connectivity has resulted in forced migration with profound impacts on global health. In consideration of the vulnerability of refugees and migrants due to poor living, housing, and working conditions, inclusive policies are even more critical during public health emergencies. Inclusivity lessons learned from COVID-19 in several settings, such as access to treatment and vaccination for all individuals regardless of nationality, residence, and legal status, would be critical to ensure wellbeing of migrants, refugees and host communities.

Promoting social inclusion among asylum seekers and refugees living in the south east region of Melbourne, Australia, through volunteering.

This article describes the Refugee Health Volunteer Program; a Monash Health initiative that aimed to promote social inclusion among asylum seekers and refugees within the south-eastern region of Melbourne, Australia. This article also presents the evaluation findings of this strategy. This mixed-methods evaluation aimed to determine the impact of the Volunteer Program at both an individual and organisational level. Volunteers completed a survey (n=39) and participated in interviews (n=14), and staff working alongside volunteers at Monash Health Community completed a survey (n=82). Volunteers attributed a range personal benefits to their involvement in the Refugee Health Volunteer Program; reporting improvements across all survey domains, including "Personal development," "Skill development," "Health and wellbeing," "Sense of trust and inclusion," "Social development." Further, within the interviews participants discussed that through volunteering they had made friends, developed new skills and felt their emotional wellbeing had improved. Staff members (n=82) working at Monash Health Community also reflected positively on the program, reporting that volunteers increased organisational capacity and enhanced their personal understanding of asylum seeker and refugee issues. This program has successfully responded to an emerging need within the local asylum seeker and refugee community. Applying a social determinants framework acknowledges the fundamental impact of social connectivity on wellbeing. SO WHAT?: Many of the factors that adversely impact the wellbeing of asylum seekers and refugees sit beyond both individual and organisational control. However, this article defines an effective volunteering model that fosters social inclusion and promotes emotional wellbeing among humanitarian arrivals in Australia, within the confines of the existing context.

ВПЛИВ ЧАСОВОЇ ПЕРСПЕКТИВИ ТА ОСОБИСТІСНИХ РИС НА ПСИХОЛОГІЧНЕ БЛАГОПОЛУЧЧЯ УКРАЇНСЬКИХ БІЖЕНЦІВ У ЄВРОПІ

Background. The Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 led to a sharp increase in the number of Ukrainian refugees in Europe. Due to the war and the subsequent need to adapt to new socio-cultural conditions, the mental health of this population is particularly vulnerable. People who have been forced to leave their country experience significant stress and are prone to developing symptoms of anxiety and depression. While psychopathology in this context has been well researched, protective factors that could potentially contribute to a better adjustment of Ukrainian refugees in the new environment have been less frequently studied. Accordingly, this study aims to fill this gap by examining the role of time perspective and personality traits in influencing the psychological well-being of Ukrainian refugees. Methods. A sample of 599 Ukrainian refugees from different European countries was studied using three key instruments: the Zimbardo Time Perspective Inventory, short version (ZTPI-15), the Big Five Personality Inventory, short version (BFI-10), and the Singer-Wheeler Life Satisfaction Scale (SWLS). Correlation and hierarchical regression analyses were used to determine the relationships between these constructs. Results. Both time perspective and personality traits were shown to predict subjective well-being significantly. In particular, refugees who demonstrate greater openness, emotional stability, and friendliness report higher levels of life satisfaction. Similarly, positive orientations toward the past and future were associated with increased well-being, while negative orientations were associated with decreased well-being. In contrast, conscientiousness, extraversion, and fatalistic orientation to the present were not significant predictors of subjective well-being, which is at odds with some existing literature. Conclusions. These findings emphasize the importance of considering both time perspective and personality traits in understanding the psychological well-being of Ukrainian refugees. They also point to the potential benefits of interventions to develop adaptive time perspectives and positive personality traits. Further research is needed to develop and evaluate such interventions.

A comparative analysis of Syrian refugee family integration in France and Germany

This research note presents a comparative analysis of Syrian refugee family integration in France and Germany, focusing on challenges related to housing, language acquisition, and employment. Through a comparative ethnography involving 20 Syrian families, this study sheds light on the differences and similarities between the two systems. Germany employs a centralised approach, marked by proactive measures implemented after 2015, offering a comprehensive range of services from reception to employment through the Job centre. In contrast, France adopts a more decentralised model, requiring refugees to navigate through multiple structures. Despite these differing systems, both countries exhibit structural barriers that impact refugees, resulting in social downgrading and pronounced marginalization, particularly among the elderly and women. The study shows how the state shapes “human capital” and underscores the need for a more “human-centric” integration approach, emphasising the genuine understanding and well-being of refugees.

The role of mindfulness, psychological capital, and social capital in the well-being of refugees in Uganda

Refugees experience numerous psychological and social problems associated with experiences in their home countries, during asylum-seeking, and conditions in their new environment. Therefore, refugees are likely to experience a decline in psychological and social capital, negatively affecting their well-being. Mindfulness is a known trait-like attribute that is associated with superior well-being outcomes. The present correlational study investigated the mediating role of psychological and social capital in the association between mindfulness and well-being outcomes (life satisfaction and happiness) among refugees in resource-constrained settlements in Uganda. As part of the RESS-R (Refugee Entrepreneurship and Skilling for Self-Reliance) project, 576 refugees from rural settlements and urban locations took part in the study. The results of the structural equation model revealed that mindfulness was positively associated with psychological and social capital. However, only psychological capital had a mediating effect in the relationship between mindfulness and the well-being variables. Our findings provide insights into the relationships between positive psychological attributes and well-being outcomes among refugees living in resource-constrained settings.