Identity typology of second-generation Afghan refugees in Iran (with emphasis on Qazvin province)

The present study mainly aims to investigate the identity typology of second and third generation of Afghan refugees with emphasis on Qazvin Province and using constructivism. The research uses a descriptive-analytic method and survey research. The research population was based on the official report of the Ministry of the Interior including 8091 migrants aged 40-40 years old. A sample of 375 based on the Cochran formula were randomly selected from among the referrals to the General Directorate of Foreign Nationals. 1- The Afghan social identity with a mean scores 3.65% is higher than other types of identity. 2. The mean scores of identity (cultural, social, and national identity) varies considerably among immigrants whose mother is Iranian-Afghan, depending on their nationality. But there is no difference between the two groups in terms of individual identity. 3. The correlation coefficient in the cultural, social and national identities of Afghanistan is positive and strong, but the correlation between individual identity and other species is not observed. The results showed that owing to the weakness of the individual identity and the strengthening of the social, cultural and national identity of the Afghan social community in Qazvin, a migrant did not receive the correct meanings of their environment or position, and this led to the immigrant's ability to acquire new roles and identities. It can be called the "Afghan-Iranian" identity.