Mapping the Spatial Segregation Pattern of Syrian Refugees in Antakya Cover Image

Suriyeli Mültecilerin Antakya’daki Mekânsal Ayrışma Örüntüsünün Haritalanması
Mapping the Spatial Segregation Pattern of Syrian Refugees in Antakya

Author(s): Deniz Cengiz, Ertuğrul Murat Özgür
Subject(s): Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
Published by: Transnational Press London
Keywords: Spatial segregation; spatial distribution; Syrian refugees; location quotient; Antakya;

Summary/Abstract: This article maps the spatial distribution pattern of the Syrian refugees in Antakya city, distinguishes the neighborhoods where they have a high concentration, and seeks traces of ethnic segregation. In the study, dissimilarity, exposure, and location quotient indexes were used for spatial distribution; results obtained from the index calculation performed with the data procured from various agencies on the population of the locals and refugees were visualized in CBS environment. The findings of the study point out the existence of spatial segregation of refugees in Antakya city. The distribution pattern suggests a clustering and centralization trend of the refugees in the city center and their surroundings.

  • Issue Year: 8/2021
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 347-364
  • Page Count: 18
  • Language: Turkish