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Individuals facing persecution based on their philosophical beliefs are unlikely to migrate for safety.
Individuals facing persecution based on their philosophical beliefs are unlikely to migrate for safety.
False (B)
The Northern Triangle, which includes countries like Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, was named one of the most violent regions in the world in 2016, leading to significant migration.
The Northern Triangle, which includes countries like Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, was named one of the most violent regions in the world in 2016, leading to significant migration.
False (B)
Economic migration typically involves movement from wealthier areas to poorer areas, driven by the desire to find lower costs of living.
Economic migration typically involves movement from wealthier areas to poorer areas, driven by the desire to find lower costs of living.
False (B)
Environmental migration is solely a voluntary process where individuals choose to relocate to areas with more favorable climates for leisure purposes.
Environmental migration is solely a voluntary process where individuals choose to relocate to areas with more favorable climates for leisure purposes.
A decrease in agricultural jobs due to consistent crop failure is unlikely to influence migration patterns.
A decrease in agricultural jobs due to consistent crop failure is unlikely to influence migration patterns.
Social factors never play a role in migration decisions; only economic considerations are relevant.
Social factors never play a role in migration decisions; only economic considerations are relevant.
Migration is solely driven by external factors, with individual desires and aspirations having minimal influence.
Migration is solely driven by external factors, with individual desires and aspirations having minimal influence.
Pollution of natural resources in an area is a negligible factor when considering health risks and potential migration.
Pollution of natural resources in an area is a negligible factor when considering health risks and potential migration.
The prevalence of gang activity and associated crimes does not significantly impact migration patterns in affected areas.
The prevalence of gang activity and associated crimes does not significantly impact migration patterns in affected areas.
Migrants never consider the benefits and career growth prospects of a job when deciding to relocate for work.
Migrants never consider the benefits and career growth prospects of a job when deciding to relocate for work.
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Migration
Migration
Moving from one place to another, often for better opportunities or safety.
Displacement
Displacement
Involuntary movement due to social or environmental factors, like natural disasters.
Economic Migration
Economic Migration
Relocating for improved financial prospects, such as higher wages or more jobs.
Migration due to Safety Factors
Migration due to Safety Factors
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Migration due to Environmental Factors
Migration due to Environmental Factors
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Migration due to Social Factors
Migration due to Social Factors
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Northern Triangle
Northern Triangle
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Impunity
Impunity
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Legitimate desire
Legitimate desire
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Environmental Displacement
Environmental Displacement
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Study Notes
- Migrants and refugees are children, women, and men who leave their homes for various reasons, seeking to improve their lives
Safety Factors in Migration
- Safety factors can drive individuals to migrate due to dangers like persecution and discrimination based on nationality, race, religion, political beliefs, or group membership
- People move in search of safer living conditions where they can have freedom over their lives
- Danger can be imposed formally through war or informally through widespread gang activity
- In 2016, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, known as the Northern Triangle, was one of the most violent regions
- Thousands of crimes by local/international gangs and armed criminal groups often go unpunished
- Approximately 10% of the Northern Triangle's population has already left, with more expected to flee due to extreme violence
Economic Factors in Migration
- Economic motivations are a commonly cited reason for migration, both permanent and seasonal
- People tend to migrate from poorer developing areas to richer areas with higher wages and more job opportunities
- People from rural areas move to more competitive urban areas for better opportunities
Environmental Factors in Migration
- Migration caused by environmental factors is becoming increasingly involuntary
- Environmental factors cause displacement or the forced movement of people due to social or environmental factors
- Crop failure results in both food scarcity and a drop in agricultural jobs which prompts people to move to areas with better job opportunities and climate
- Pollution of water, air, and soil in both urban and rural settings can create serious health risks, compelling people to seek a better life
Social Factors in Migration
- Social factors are a motivation for migration, stemming from the desire to achieve a better quality of life
- Migrants often move to ensure better opportunities for themselves or their family, such as better education or career prospects
- The United States graduate programs attract young, talented individuals
- Some may migrate to obtain medical services, like life-saving surgery
Illegal Migration
- "Illegal Migration" refers to entering or staying in a country without legal permission, also known as illegal or undocumented immigration
- Examples:
- Entering a country without inspection
- Entering a country with an expired visa
- Entering a country fraudulently
- Crossing a border without proper channels
- Staying in a country after a visa expires
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