Following the lives of Syrian Refugees: The Syrian Refugee Life Study (S-RLS)

The Syrian Refugee Life Study (S-RLS) is an in-depth research initiative aimed at understanding the economic, social, and health challenges faced by Syrian refugees and exploring effective interventions to improve their lives.

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UC Berkeley, in partnership with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), subcontracted Mindset to conduct the comprehensive fieldwork, administering detailed surveys to approximately 5,000 Syrian refugees—70% from Jordanian host communities and 30% from the camps of Zaatari and Azraq. Mindset is responsible for gathering extensive data on economic outcomes, health, education, social attitudes, and behavioral traits, ensuring the study captures a holistic picture of refugees' experiences and needs.

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Through rigorous data collection and adherence to ethical research practices, Mindset is helping to generate actionable insights into the economic integration of refugees and the long-term effects of interventions like the Norwegian Refugee Council’s urban shelter program. Through this collaboration, Mindset is contributing to evidence-based policymaking and efforts to improve the lives of refugees and their host communities.