The Squatter Problem in Jamaica.

Abstract

The study examines the extent to which government policies redress squatters' problems; levels ofparticipation of squatters in formulating those policies; and top priorities of squatters, as articulated by squatters themselves. To address the above concerns, the study utilized three methods of data collection: (i)a critical examination of policy documents relating to squatters in Jamaica; ( ii) elite inter views with those who make policies affecting squatters; and (ni) a national social survey of squatters. The findings of the study were four-fold: (i) the living conditions of squatters in Jamaica are much worse than the national average; (ii) majority of squatters are women, who are mostly single and, in comparison with male squatters, are less educated, less employed and earn less income; (Hi) government policies relating to squatters have been either limited or a failure; and (iv) there has been little participation by squatters in programmes that affect their lives.

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