What is this study about?

The aim of this study is to explore and analyse the experiences of access to healthcare during pregnancy or the first 2 years of life of the child (first 1000 days) by mothers lacking legal status in Switzerland.

The aim is to observe the experiences of access to care during pregnancy and the following two years which are the most important period for building up long-lasting health. We are particularly interested in studying how irregular migrant women navigate the healthcare system, access resources or find solutions to meet their healthcare needs.

This multicentric study is organized by the University of Basel and co-funded by the Geneva Health School, University of Applied Sciences (HEdS).

Data collection and publications

Starting from September 1st 2024, the participant recruitment phase has ended. We are now completing the data analysis phase and will start soon the writing phase. All updates concerning related publications will be published here. Thank you for your interest!

For further information, please contact us: health_1000d@unibas.ch