by M. Amin Esmailzade –
This video illustrates the struggles of newcomers trying to fit into a new society. It shows a beast trying to blend in but failing, symbolizing how difficult integration can be. This connects with my thesis, which examines how Dutch policies and bureaucratic hurdles prevent asylum seekers from integrating effectively. Both the video and the thesis highlight that integration is a complicated and often unclear process. Many newcomers get stuck in bureaucratic loops and face high social expectations, making it hard for them to truly become part of the society.
M. Amin Esmailzade is an alumnus of the Master Social and Cultural Anthropology at the VU.