Public policies and support networks to haitian migrants, in a small municipality in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Abstract:

The migration of Haitians to Brazil has created public and private challenges for small municipalities. We assessed how public policies, hiring companies and support networks met the needs of migrants in the municipality of Poço das Antas (RS). The method is multi-situated research, with semi-structured questionnaires and search for data in companies and public agencies. Among the interactions, it is highlighted the public health networks, the area of early childhood education, and the municipal social assistance.

Keywords:
Migration; Mobility; Small cities; Public policies