Iraqis in Denmark
In today's world, Iraqis in Denmark has become a topic of constant interest and debate. Whether it's its impact on society, its historical relevance, or its influence on popular culture, Iraqis in Denmark attracts the attention of people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Over the years, Iraqis in Denmark has generated all kinds of opinions, theories and interpretations, becoming a central element in numerous areas. In this article, we will explore different aspects of Iraqis in Denmark and its meaning in the contemporary context. From its origin to its current repercussions, we will take an in-depth look at the importance of Iraqis in Denmark in our world today.
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 32,589 (2017)[1] | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Copenhagen, Jutland | |
| Languages | |
| Danish, Mesopotamian Arabic also Kurdish (Sorani and Kurmanji dialects), Turkish (Iraqi Turkmen/Turkoman dialects), and Neo-Aramaic (Assyrian and Mandaic) | |
| Religion | |
| Predominantly Islam (Shia and Sunni) and Christianity (Syriac Christianity and Catholic). | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Iraqis, Kurds, Mandaeans, Assyrians |
Iraqis in Denmark consist of both immigrants from Iraq to Denmark and their descendants, and may hold either Iraqi or Danish citizenship.
Demographics
With a total Iraqi population in Denmark numbering of 31,322, there are organizations such as the Iraqi-Danish Culture Days, which is currently organized in the capital of Copenhagen.[2] They are the largest Arab ethnic group living in Denmark. They mostly live in the capital Copenhagen, especially in the Nørrebro area.
Between 2009 and 2011, Iraqi nationals made up the largest group of unsuccessful asylum seekers in Denmark.[3]
Socioeconomics
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According to Statistics Denmark, as of 2014, Iraq-born immigrants aged 30–64 in Denmark have an employment rate of approximately 31.9%. Iraq-born individuals aged 16–64 also have a self-employment rate of around 17%.[4]
Notable people
- Fenar Ahmad, filmmaker, producer
- Anja Al-Erhayem, filmmaker, born to Iraqi father and Danish mother
- Mohamed Ali, singer who appeared on Denmark's X Factor
- Tariq Hashim, director[5]
- Aida Nadeem, musician
- Avar Raza, footballer
- Mustafa Hassan, footballer
- Ihan Haydar, drummer in the popband L.I.G.A
See also
References
- ^ Statistikbanken. "Danmarks Statistik". Archived from the original on 2010-03-25. Retrieved 2010-01-30.
- ^ Iraqi-Danish Culture Days Festival in Copenhagen Archived 2011-10-04 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Information on Return and Reintegration for Iraqi Migrants in Denmark (IRRIM)" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2011-08-18. Retrieved 2009-06-09.
- ^ "Indvandrere i Danmark 2016". Statistics Denmark. pp. 40, 43. Retrieved 27 November 2017.
- ^ "Error".
External links
- The Council of Iraqi Community in Denmark https://web.archive.org/web/20090625133229/http://iraqicouncil.dk/
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