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"Offering a bold new vision of the age of revolutions, this global history highlights the intersection of war, empire and forced migration in a period usually identified with a quest for liberty and political participation. This title is also available as open access on Cambridge Core"--
In exile and migration, the things that forcibly displaced people take with them become mobile testimonies of defiance, mourning, creativity, and rejuvenation. Through a series of scholarly essays and autobiographical vignettes, this richly illustrated volume draws on such observations to examine the meanings that possessions assume when they are wrenched from their original contexts. The contributors to this collection shine an intimate spotlight on those who are driven from their homes by conflict and forced into exile by authoritarian regimes. In so doing, the contributors underscore the necessity for civil societies to support academic freedom and the work done by critical thinkers worldwide.
This book considers the responses of states to migrant girls who are separated from family and enter state care systems as unaccompanied or trafficked young people. The book draws on research with girls and social work practitioners in the UK to explore what can happen when separated girls encounter professionals at borders and within care systems. It considers how separated girls adapt to different ideas of what it means to be a girl in destination countries, and how this is affected by their other intersecting identities. The book identifies how girls can feel welcomed, but also how young migrants can be seen in excluding ways. It argues that narratives of the fragile 'refugee child' are unhelpful ways to understand individual girls. Using theories and clear language relevant to both academics and practitioners, the author fills a gap in the research on migrant and trafficked young women who frequently represent the minority in care systems globally.
There is nothing more American than saying f*ck this sh*t and crossing the Atlantic to give your children a better life. Luckily that door swings both ways, because life in North America has taken a turn for the worse over the last generation. Half memoir and half manual, this book tells the story of a single mom's move from the suburbs of Washington, DC to the southern coast of Spain in plain language and easy to follow steps to help you recreate this journey for your own family.
Xenia and her brother Lucas must rescue their mother, an undocumented immigrant from Mexico, with the help of Xenia's science project involving mysterious ants.
This book analyses the relationship between assimilation and fertility intentions for migrants and minorities in Europe. Building upon assimilation theory, it is argued that both migrants and minorities assimilate in the process of intercultural encounters. Given that fertility is part of the cultural dimension of assimilation, it is likely to be influenced by assimilation. Therefore, theories on assimilation and fertility are merged theoretically as well as empirically. Using data from the Generations and Gender Survey, the empirical section builds upon a comparison of Turkish migrants in Germany and the Turkish minority in Bulgaria. Building upon cluster analyses, six clusters within Germany as well as five clusters in Bulgaria are developed to account for heterogeneity of groups. Comparing these clusters in terms of assimilation and fertility intentions it becomes clear that the Turkish minority does not differ in their fertility intentions from the majority. For Germany, Turkishmigrants differ from German natives regarding their fertility intentions, but differences are explained by assimilation, especially structural characteristics. When comparing migrant and minority, differences in fertility exist and are accounted for by cultural dissimilarity.
Managing Migration in Italy and the United States shows how the development of gatekeeping in the United States and Italy laid the groundwork for immigration restriction worldwide at the turn of the twentieth century. The volume brings together European and American scholars, many for the first time, effectively crossing national and disciplinary boundaries. Using archives on both sides of the Atlantic, the authors explore the rise of immigration restriction and the attendant growth of the bureaucracy to regulate migration through the lens of migration studies, transnational history, and diplomatic and international history. The essays contribute to recent scholarship on the global repercussions of immigration restriction and the complex web of interactions created by limits on mobility. Managing Migration brings to light Italy's important role in the establishment of international border controls promoted by the United States and expands the chronology of restriction from its origins to the present.
This book analyzes the ways in which the Venezuelan immigrant community is making an impact on the social and economic dynamic of small economies. This publication addresses some of the main economic development conversations on trade, labor, and fiscal implications of immigration. This book attempts to collate and unpack some of the relevant theoretical frameworks which provide a basis for policymakers and other key decision-makers. In this regard, the links between immigration and economic development is discussed with a focus on Trinidad and Tobago as a representative case within the Caribbean community.
"Arab Migration into Europe" offers a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the waves of migration from Arab nations into Europe over the past few decades. Going beyond mere statistics and headlines, the book delves into the deeper socio-political implications of this migration, emphasizing the need for politicians and policymakers to address the challenges and opportunities that arise from such demographic shifts.Highlighted sections of the book include:Historical Overview: A recounting of migration patterns from Arab countries to Europe, setting the context for current discussions.Driving Forces: Analysis of the myriad factors prompting migration, from conflict and economic disparities to political repression and aspirations for better opportunities.Reception in Europe: Examination of European responses, both welcoming and hostile, to Arab migrants, and how these reactions have evolved over time.Political Repercussions: Insights into the political ramifications of Arab migration, including its influence on election outcomes, policy formulations, and the rise of far-right movements.Societal Integration: A look at the multifaceted experiences of Arab migrants in Europe, encompassing challenges of integration, identity, and the quest for belonging.Cultural Exchange: Exploration of the rich cultural interactions stemming from Arab migration and the enrichment of European societies through such exchanges.The Way Forward: Recommendations and potential strategies for European politicians to constructively engage with the realities of Arab migration, ensuring mutual benefits and harmonious coexistence."Arab Migration into Europe" provides data-driven understanding of a topic that has often been steeped in controversy and prejudice. By shedding light on both the challenges and the enriching aspects of Arab migration, the book serves as an essential guide for politicians, scholars, students, and anyone keen on understanding the evolving tapestry of contemporary Europe.
Are you considering relocating to Kenya, the vibrant heart of Africa? Whether you're an adventurous soul seeking new horizons, a professional embarking on a career opportunity, or a family looking for a culturally rich experience, "A Guide to Relocating to Kenya" is your essential companion for this life-changing journey.Kenya, a land of breathtaking landscapes, diverse cultures, and warm hospitality, offers an enchanting blend of modernity and tradition. This comprehensive guide, "Embrace the Heart of Africa," is your passport to navigating the practicalities and embracing the essence of life in Kenya.Inside this book, you will:Discover the Diversity: Kenya's cultural tapestry is as diverse as its landscapes. Learn about the traditions, languages, and customs that make Kenya a mosaic of rich heritage.Plan Your Move: Whether you're a solo adventurer or relocating with family, we provide step-by-step guidance on visa requirements, housing, and essential preparations for a smooth transition.Navigate Daily Life: From understanding the healthcare system to embracing local cuisine and etiquette, this guide equips you with the knowledge to thrive in your new home.Settle In: Creating a sense of belonging is crucial. Explore ways to build connections with the local community, find activities that align with your interests, and create a comfortable and welcoming living space.Explore Kenya: Kenya's natural wonders, from wildlife safaris in the Maasai Mara to hiking the peaks of Mount Kenya and lounging on pristine coastal beaches, are yours to discover.Overcome Challenges: Moving to a new country presents its share of challenges. Learn how to adapt, stay safe, and overcome obstacles with resilience.Leave a Legacy: Make a positive impact during your time in Kenya through community engagement, supporting local businesses, and contributing to environmental conservation.Prepare for Departure: When the time comes to leave, ensure you've left behind a legacy of goodwill and positive experiences. We offer guidance on wrapping up your Kenyan adventure with grace.Embrace the Essence: Beyond the practicalities, this guide encourages you to embrace the heart of Kenya, its people, and its vibrant culture. Your journey is not just about relocating; it's about transformation and personal growth.Embark on your Kenyan adventure with confidence, armed with the knowledge, insights, and practical advice provided in this guide. "A Guide to Relocating to Kenya: Embrace the Heart of Africa" is your trusted companion, ensuring that your experience in Kenya is not just a chapter in your life but a captivating and unforgettable story.Are you ready to embrace the heart of Africa? Your Kenyan journey awaits!
This book is a machine-generated literature overview that explores the theoretical and empirical aspects of economics of natural disasters such as floods, cyclones, droughts, and earthquakes from a policy perspective. It provides a comprehensive collection of economic theories in Disasters and empirical findings that would benefit scholars in academia and policy-making. On the theory side, there is a growing use of game theory, Input-Output, computable general equilibrium models, and Catastrophe models to analyze the economic impacts of natural disasters. These models provide optimal decisions for the government concerning disaster relief. On the empirical front, studies showing causal and associative relationships between disasters and socio-economic variables are important for estimating disaster-related losses and making appropriate policy suggestions.The book explores different critical aspects and interlinkages of natural disasters; economic, social, and political. Besides having localized effects, disasters influence macroeconomic parameters, such as impacts on international trade and foreign direct investment. Moreover, the effects of disasters are subject to interventions from various national and international agencies. It discusses fiscal pressures caused due to disasters and existing policies related to disaster-risk mitigation and management as a guide to policy-making. It is an important guide to researchers and policymakers examining the socio-economic impact of natural disasters and public investment for disaster-risk mitigation.
This book examines contemporary Chinese transnational mobile practices with special focuses on the ethnographic exploration of the lives, experiences, views, and narratives of the Chinese mobile subjects in three ASEAN countries: Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, and their interactions with the ethnic Chinese communities in these countries. This book is based on recent and updated original ethnographic research carried out by leading scholars in China and Southeast Asia. The work addresses questions of integration and social embeddedness, interrogating the possibility of whether the transnational Chinese diaspora can be simultaneously embedded into two or more nation-states and geopolitical spheres. It contends that in moving in the transnational space, the Chinese diaspora may experience a strong yearning for a cultural home that may not be in one space for bicultural or multicultural diaspora. It also asks whether the transnational Chinese diaspora is motivated to negotiate cultural membership and social belonging in a new country. Shedding new light on the ways in which the transnational diaspora negotiates cultural membership to adapt to situational requirements, this volume is relevant to scholars researching in China studies, anthropology, international relations, and in Asian, Southeast and East Asian regional studies.
This book explores the issues of education, the use of languages and the formation of self-identification of the Japanese and Korean diasporas of Sakhalin, over a hundred years period: from the time they moved to the island, until their "e;return"e; to historical homelands in Japan or South Korea. During this time, their language environment and language of education changed 4 times and Japanese and Korean of Sakhalin continued to be a linguistic and ethnic minority.This book is of interest to researchers, students, NGO supporters and education policy makers.
"I am a man." "Yo existo."#BlackLivesMatter.If you've never felt your humanity denied, you might not understand why some people have to declare their right to exist. We are all just "cells and bodies," after all. And that is a connection the Ohio Migration Anthology, in all of its volumes, is trying to highlight.The stories, artwork, poems, and interviews in Volume Two, "(Everything Is) Cells and Bodies," grapple with belonging, identity, and dignity-from Maya McOmie and Betsy Rose Uvagi's poetry, to Saidu Sow and Mory Keita's interviews about life after deportation, to Varsha Prabu's "Immigrant of Extraordinary Ability" and Gloria Kellon's narrative quilts. Marina Manoukian writes, in her sophisticated Foreword to Volume Two:What is thought to be two distinct entities-cells and bodies, others and ourselves, here and there-is created through an imagined division between entities that couldn't exist without the other. Our stories remain bound to one another and it is up to us to decide what we want our connections to look like as we break down these imagined borders. Nothing occurs in a vacuum.Volume Two includes representation from the United States (African Americans;) Indonesia, India, Singapore, China, Hungary, Slovakia, Mauritania, Guinea-Conakry, Greece, Turkey, Japan, Uganda, and parts of Latin America-and simultaneously Columbus, Cleveland, Toledo, Akron, Cincinnati, Parma, and more. The Illustrated Memoirs Project is also represented with three stories written by young immigrants who matriculated through the Cincinnati Public Schools. From Enock Sadiki's story about disappointing his father, to Henry Arriaga's walk through the desert and Shirley Betzaida Lopez Sanchez' brave decision, readers will find something to connect with and something to learn from these new Ohioans. Also for the first time, we are publishing a trilingual story (Lopez Sanchez), written in Spanish, English, and Mam. All of our contributors, all of the people whose stories they share, and all of our readers have one thing in common. We may come from different lands, socioeconomic backgrounds, religions, and "races"-whatever that means-but we are all just people: cells and bodies.
In various ways, Chinese diasporic communities seek to connect and re-connect with their "e;homelands"e; in literature, film, and visual culture. The essays in Affective Geographies and Narratives of Chinese Diaspora examine how diasporic bodies and emotions interact with space and place, as well as how theories of affect change our thinking of diaspora. Questions of borders and border-crossing, not to mention the public and private spheres, in diaspora literature and film raise further questions about mapping and spatial representation and the affective and geographical significance of the push-and-pull movement in diasporic communities. The unique experience is represented differently by different authors across texts and media. In an age of globalization, in "e;the Chinese Century,"e; the spatial representation and cultural experiences of mobility, displacement, settlement, and hybridity become all the more urgent. The essays in this volume respond to this urgency, and they help to frame the study of Chinese diaspora and culture today.
Mehr als jede vierte Person in Deutschland hat einen Migrationshintergrund, wobei türkeistämmige Migrant/-innen die größte herkunftsspezifische Gruppe bilden. Insbesondere für Frauen mit türkeistämmiger Herkunft werden spezifische gesundheitliche Probleme und Integrationsschwierigkeiten beschrieben. Im Rahmen der Studie werden daher anhand der Betrachtung individual-biografischer Daten Prozesse und Mechanismen analysiert, die im Zusammenhang mit der gesundheitsbezogenen Lebensqualität im Integrationsprozess als bedeutsam erlebt wurden. Hierzu werden relevante Faktoren, die in Verbindung mit der gesundheitsbezogenen Lebensqualität von Frauen mit türkeistämmigem Migrationshintergrund stehen, herausgearbeitet sowie Gesundheitsstrategien und das Integrationsverständnis der Interviewten.
Dieses Buch beschäftigt sich mit Migranten als multikulturelle Individuen, die durch die Sozialisierung in verschiedenen Ländern ein erweitertes kulturelles Repertoire aufweisen. Dieses Repertoire stellt Potenziale im Arbeitskontext, die von Organisationen selten erkannt und deshalb auch nicht in strategische Ressourcen umgewandelt werden können. Anhand von vier qualitativen Fallstudien der Luft- und Raumfahrt und Unternehmensberatung in Deutschland zeigt das Buch, dass multikulturelle Individuen organisationale Routinen aufbrechen und in interkulturellen Aushandlungen mit Teamkollegen kreativ Veränderung und Innovation herbeiführen. Dabei beeinflusst der organisationale Kontext die Veränderungsspielräume und -funktionen. So wird ein theoretischer Beitrag zu Kompetenzen multikultureller Individuen geleistet, sowie ein praktischer Beitrag für die Personal- und Organisationsentwicklung, ebenso wie ein methodischer Beitrag durch die Reflexion des induktiv-abduktiven Forschungsprozessesund die Erkenntnisse zur Verbindung von Grounded Theory und Fallstudien.
After the revolutions in 2011, Tunisia became a symbol of freedom and justice and thus the hope of an entire region. Now, the picture has been reversed: political freedoms are being curtailed and the economy is in disarray, especially after the pandemic and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Resentment and attacks against ¿Others¿ fall on fertile ground in the face of expanding inequality. Simultaneously, particularly younger people desire to leave the country. The contributors to this volume investigate the capabilities and aspirations to comprehend their histories of erosion, but also to reveal alternative ways of imagining futures.
This book critically examines the association between the notions of crisis and migration in the context of Latin America, and from three different perspectives: first, it analyzes the discourses based on the concept of crisis employed by the media, academic researchers, civil society organizations and the state to frame human mobility issues; second, it investigates migrants' agency under conditions of crisis; and third, it discusses whether "e;migration crisis"e; is a conjunctural or structural phenomenon in the region.Chapters in this contributed volume investigate the crisis-migration nexus in seven Latin American countries - Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Nicaragua and Uruguay - by discussing different human mobility phenomena, such as the migrant caravans that departed from Central America bound to Mexico and the United States; the Nicaraguan exodus caused by the political crisis in the country; the perception of Venezuelan migrants in Colombia's media; the presence of Caribbean migrants in Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina.Crisis and Migration: Critical Perspectives from Latin America will be of interest to a wide range of social scientists interested in migration studies, as well as to policy makers and civil society organizations. This book offers a fresh look at the way we conceive, represent, and think about the relationship between crisis and human mobility. As the volume's contributions show, a critical examination of the notion of crisis is a first step towards a more comprehensive understanding of the plight of present-day migrants worldwide.
A study of workers' rights in a non-unionized field in Lebanon This study examines the process of unionizing domestic workers in Lebanon, highlighting the potentialities as well as the obstacles confronting it, and looks at the multiple power relations involved through axes of class, gender, race, and nationality. The author situates this struggle within the larger scene of the labor union 'movement' in the country, and discusses the contribution of women's rights organizations in rendering visible cases of abuse against migrant domestic workers. She argues that the 'death' of class politics has made women's rights organizations address migrant domestic worker issues as a separate labor category, further contributing to their production as an 'exception' under neoliberalism.
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