Social Integration Of International Chinese Second Generation Of Immigrants

Since the first group of Chinese immigrants appeared in Portugal from 1950s, more Chinese came to work and live in this South European country. Along with the comparatively looser migration policy these years, Portugal becomes the springboard of entering Europe. Migration is always a reflection of Policy, and meanwhile makes function to the local society. Portugal has a long history of emigration and immigration. Since immigrants are taking more important role in hosting society, it is also necessary to pay attention to their living condition. The second generation of immigrants is the group grows up with the local one. They are the future supportive and creative forces for the hosting society. In fact, this group is more vulnerable with less care and more risks while growing up. This research chose the Chinese second generation of immigrants from 15 to 24. Through Socialization Theory and Social Integration Theory, I am trying to find out their integration levels from the perspectives of family, school, work, social organization and culture identity. The conclusion proves, Chinese second generation of immigrants are mostly family-oriented, they have a high drop-out rate and a higher cognition on Chinese culture. The educational level limits their social development. Two more important findings are, the social integration level of Chinese second generation of immigrants is positively correlated to their parents'integration level; besides the local Chinese social organization is the platform for their social participation and self-value realization.