TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF MIGRATION
TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF MIGRATION

Summary/Abstract: Migration has been a constant phenomenon in human history. Throughout centuries the European continent has been a theatre of migratory movements that have contributed to shape the continent as we know it today. Growing levels of mobility nowadays are influenced by many factors, some being recurring conflicts, numerous crises, constant instability, economic imbalances, demographic developments, climate change as well as labor force demands and supplies. All these trigger a migration environment characterized by movements of people both voluntary and forced, both legal and illegal. However, the benefits of migration should be seen from the perspective of what migrants can bring to the destination country as well as the benefits in form of remittances for the country of origin. Some of the significant benefits migration brings to the destination countries are skilled workforce and cultural diversity, as well as improvements in the lives of communities in their countries of origin through the transfer of skills and financial resources. Although in general migration has always been perceived in a negative light, this paper contemplates to shed a new light on migration proposing a notion for its empowering transformation to societies and countries.

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