PEOPLE FROM UKRAINE IN SLOVAKIA: From Acceptance to Integration: A Social Survey of Ukrainian Migrants in Slovakia

Drawing on a quantitative survey and qualitative research (focus groups), the report examines labour and economic activity, family and caregiving responsibilities, social support, social networks, and processes of integration. A significant proportion of refugees—particularly women and single mothers—face difficulties related to childcare, limited access to formal care services, and precarious working conditions. Many are employed below the level of their qualifications and for lower wages than the Slovak average, often in temporary or informal jobs. Despite high economic activity, linguistic and institutional barriers continue to hinder full integration. The report underscores the crucial role of social and transnational networks in providing care, emotional support, and economic survival. The findings point to the need for targeted policies addressing the vulnerabilities of families, improving access to care infrastructure, supporting labour market integration, and strengthening community ties.