Major immigration study shows 'great blending' is underway in France, but inequalities persist
A recent study by the National Institute for Demographic Studies highlights the integration of immigrants into French society, showcasing a trend of 'great blending' and the emergence of hyphenated identities. The report, based on extensive interviews, reveals that a significant portion of the population has ties to immigration, indicating a complex interplay of incorporation and inequality. Despite the progress in social mobility, challenges such as racial discrimination and poor living conditions persist for many immigrants and their descendants.
- ▪The study involved over 27,000 interviews conducted between 2019 and 2021.
- ▪One-third of the population has a connection to immigration over three generations.
- ▪The research emphasizes both the blending of cultures and the ongoing inequalities faced by immigrants.
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A supporter places his hand over his heart and the PSG logo during the PSG-Bayern Munich match in Paris on May 6, 2026. BENJAMIN CARROT/ENCRAGE FOR LE MONDE A "hybridization" of the population and the emergence of "hyphenated" identities are among the most striking processes at work as French society incorporates immigrants, according to a report by the National Institute for Demographic Studies (INED) published on Thursday, May 21. In "Trajectories and Origins 2," a sociological study of over 600 pages, INED brings together 35 authors to examine the life courses of immigrants and their descendants. This second edition, released 10 years after the first, is based on interviews with more than 27,000 people, mostly conducted face-to-face, between 2019 and 2021.
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