2024, Vol.17, No.3

The Journal of Multicultural Society 2023 KCI Impact Factor : 1.59

pISSN : 2005-2553 / eISSN : 2671-7700
https://journal.kci.go.kr/sims

This study primarily analyzes, from a macro perspective, the concerns of stakeholders in ethnic neighborhoods through qualitative meta-analysis to understand the current situation in these areas.Second, the study explores and discusses the alternatives proposed in previous studies. To achieve this, doctoral dissertations were searched on Research Information Sharing Service (RISS) using keywords such as "ethnic neighborhoods", "foreigner cluster", "Koryo-saram village", "Koryo-saram enclave", "Korean Chinese village", "Korean Chinese residential area", and "Joseonjok village". Ten qualitative studies were selected for analysis. The results revealed two key concepts regarding the concerns and the current situation in ethnic neighborhoods, namely "Formation of Multiple Identities: Ethnicity" and "Ethnic Economy: Ethnic Enclave". In terms of proposed alternatives, the concept of "Alternative Possibilities and Limitations: Ethnic Town" was identified. This suggests that while various concerns and issues were identified in relation to ethnic neighborhoods, there are limitations in the proposed directions for alternatives. Lastly, the study discusses the concept of ethnic towns as a proposed solution

This study aimed to identify problems related to region-specific visa projects and suggest improvement measures. To this end, we first examined the implementation details and results of local governments that participated in the region-specific visa pilot project. Based on this, we compared and analyzed the contents of the pilot project (2022-2023) and the regular project (2024) and examined the literature and statistical data. The analysis revealed that issues were embedded in the basic requirements for recruiting region-specific visa applicants as designated by the Ministry of Justice. Four main problems were identified: 1) issues with GNI settings, 2) problems with applicants (excluding E-9), 3) F-2-R conversion requirements for E-7 series visa holders, and 4) problems with the requirements for foreign nationals applying for permanent residence status. Improvement measures include: 1) flexible GNI settings based on regional and industrial conditions, 2) easing the F-2-R conversion requirements for E-7 series visa holders, 3) flexible operation or relaxation of the single-country quota system, and 4) converting the region-specific visa for foreign nationals into a quasi-permanent resident visa.

This study explores the self-employment choices, challenges, and coping experiences of migrant youth engaged in self-employment through qualitative research. The study was conducted using the Consensual Qualitative Research method with seven young entrepreneurs with migrant backgrounds. The results revealed four domains and 31 categories: “Influences and Triggers for Choosing Self-Employment”(Domain 1), “Challenges in the Process of Operating a Business”(Domain 2), “Coping with Difficulties Experienced in Self-Employment”(Domain 3), and “Satisfaction and Expectations of Self-Employment”(Domain 4). This study highlights the cultural and occupational uniqueness of migrant youth entrepreneurs. The significance of this study lies in providing foundational data for the labor market transition and stable settlement of young entrepreneurs with migrant backgrounds. Based on the results, recommendations were made to expand career alternatives for young entrepreneurs and support their stable settlement in Korea.