Art in immigration detention

Vincett, Joanne ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4092-4318 and Waller, Frazer (2026) Art in immigration detention. [Data Collection]

Abstract

This dataset comprises origami art pieces created by women detained at Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre. The art serves as a coping mechanism for anxiety and uncertainty experienced by detainees. The dataset aims to raise awareness about the lived experiences of asylum seekers in UK immigration detention centres.

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Creators:	Vincett, Joanne ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4092-4318 and Waller, Frazer
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Art Therapy; Asylum Seekers; Immigration Detention; Origami; Yarl’s Wood; Art Therapy; Human Rights; Sociology
DOI:	https://doi.org/10.24377/LJMU.d.00000269
Division:	Liverpool Business School
Field of Research:	?? Art Therapy ?? ?? Human Rights ?? ?? Sociology ??
Date Deposited:	02 Nov 2026 09:01
Last Modified:	02 Nov 2026 09:01
Related resources:	Related data
URI:	https://opendata.ljmu.ac.uk/id/eprint/269
Data collection method:	The dataset consists of origami art pieces created by women detained at Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre. The art was collected as part of an exhibition to highlight the experiences of detainees. The studied population includes women asylum seekers held in detention, and the sampling procedure involved collecting art pieces voluntarily created by these individuals.
Geographic coverage:	Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre, Bedford, England
Resource language:	English
Metadata language:	English
Statement on legal, ethical and access issues:	The dataset involves sensitive information as it pertains to individuals in detention. Legal and ethical considerations include ensuring the anonymity of the detainees and obtaining consent for the use of their art in the exhibition.
Collection period:	From To 1 May 2016 1 January 2018