The United States has historically been a country that opens its doors to refugees. However, refugee integration presents many challenges for both local communities and newcomers. This paper aims to examine the project management approaches in the refugee integration process in the United States. By utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods, the effectiveness of projects aimed at refugee integration was assessed, with a focus on the successes and challenges of different management approaches. The paper seeks to understand the management strategies of various refugee integration projects and the social outcomes of these projects in the broader societal context.
XIII. ÉVFOLYAM 2025. SPECIAL ISSUES 2. 32-38
DOI: 10.24387/CI.SI.2025.2.6
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