Amid rising concerns in the Netherlands about integration challenges, researchers like Jaco Dagevos highlight the ‘integration paradox’: the more integrated second and third-generation migrants feel, the more they report experiences of discrimination and exclusion. Despite better socioeconomic outcomes, these young individuals often perceive themselves as outsiders, impacted by societal narratives surrounding migration and identity. Experts urge a shift in discourse, emphasizing the need for inclusive policies that recognize their role as integral citizens rather than problem groups. Politicians continue to debate these issues, facing criticisms for exacerbating tensions.

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