TY - JOUR AU - Fernández Aragón, Iraide AU - Shershneva, Julia AU - Fouassier Zamalloa, Maite PY - 2020/11/16 Y2 - 2024/03/29 TI - Aspirations and expectations of families of foreign descent in the Basque Country: education, training, work and social mobility JF - Deusto Journal of Human Rights JA - DJHR VL - IS - 6 SE - Articles DO - 10.18543/djhr.1900 UR - https://djhr.revistas.deusto.es/article/view/1900 SP - 179-210 AB - This article presents the main results of a study on the sons and daughters of immigrants in the Basque Country. Specifically, we look at the aspirations and expectations generated within the family, both from the point of view of the parents and their descendants with regard to their future. Using a mixed methodology, we address the opinions and perceptions of family members of foreign descent in relation to those elements involved in an educational path aimed at success as a guarantee of upward social mobility. The analysis shows that social and cultural capital are considered elements for achieving greater economic and social integration. Through their speeches, parents affirm the importance of education, knowledge of the Basque language and a strong social network made up of indigenous people.Received: 18 May 2020Accepted: 16 November 2020 ER -