Lecture on Migration Causes

Introduction

• Channel: Mr Sin's Channel
• Topic: Causes of Migration
• Key Concept: Migration is the permanent change of residence by an individual or group.

Key Definitions

• Migration: Movement to a new place, region, or country.
• Push Factors: Negative conditions/events that drive people away from an area.
• Pull Factors: Positive conditions/events that attract people to an area.
• Emigration: Leaving one's country to live in another (Exit).
• Immigration: Moving into a new country (In).

Types of Factors Influencing Migration

Economic Factors

• Push: High unemployment, high taxes, limited job opportunities.
• Pull: Lower taxes, abundant job opportunities, diverse goods/services.
• Main Driver: Economic reasons are the primary cause of migration.

Political Factors

• Push: Political corruption, lack of freedoms, harsh policies, instability, discrimination.
• Pull: Protection of individual rights, political freedoms, societal stability.

Societal Factors

• Push: Discrimination (ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion), lack of healthcare, poor education, lack of public services.
• Pull: Religious freedom, acceptance, quality education/healthcare, reduced income/gender inequality.

Environmental Factors

• Push: Lack of arable land, water issues, natural/human disasters.
• Pull: Arable land, clean water, favorable climate.
• Subjective Nature: Preferences can vary (e.g., snowboarder vs. surfer).

Migration Dynamics

• Intervening Obstacles: Negative situations preventing migration (e.g., running out of money, denied entry due to immigration policies).
• Intervening Opportunities: Positive situations preventing migration (e.g., job offers during transit).

Conclusion

• Reflection Question: Consider the push and pull factors of your current location.
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Additional Resources

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