New “Other” - Thoughts on Migration and Migrants
New “Other” - Thoughts on Migration and Migrants
Contributor(s): Tuba Bircan (Editor)
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
Published by: Transnational Press London
Keywords: critical theory; immigration; integration; migration; asylum;
Summary/Abstract: Migration is far more than the movement of people across borders; it encompasses identity, agency, and the stories that define who we are. In New “Other” - Thoughts on Migration and Migrants, a new generation of migration scholars brings fresh perspectives on the complexities of migrant experiences in Europe. This compelling volume delves into the gendered struggles of highly skilled migrant women, the underexplored realities of irregular migration, and the powerful role media plays in shaping public perceptions of refugees.Blending critical theory, ethnographic research, and innovative methodologies, the authors interrogate the structures of power, representation, and agency that shape migration policies and societal narratives. Through rich empirical evidence and thoughtful reflections, they explore how identity, aspirations, and belonging are negotiated in an increasingly globalised but divided world.
- E-ISBN-13: 978-1-80135-301-4
- Print-ISBN-13: 978-1-80135-300-7
- Page Count: 161
- Publication Year: 2025
- Language: English
STRATEGIC INDIVIDUALISM: AN EXPLORATORY FRAMEWORK TO CENTRE THE ASPIRATIONS OF MIGRANT WOMEN IN EUROPE
STRATEGIC INDIVIDUALISM: AN EXPLORATORY FRAMEWORK TO CENTRE THE ASPIRATIONS OF MIGRANT WOMEN IN EUROPE
(STRATEGIC INDIVIDUALISM: AN EXPLORATORY FRAMEWORK TO CENTRE THE ASPIRATIONS OF MIGRANT WOMEN IN EUROPE)
- Author(s):Damini Purkayastha
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:11-31
- No. of Pages:21
- Summary/Abstract:This is a vignette from a conversation with Sofie, a business manager from Chile, who moved to Belgium in 2018 to live with her Flemish partner. Since then, she has learnt the local language, attended networking events, enrolled for local job trainings, and applied for multiple jobs. Her brief but heartfelt words introduce us to an aspect of family migration that policies often fail to account for – the individual aspirations of family migrants.
IMAGINARIES OF EUROPE: FREEDOM AS A MEANS OF OPPRESSION PRACTISED ON SYRIAN WOMEN REFUGEES
IMAGINARIES OF EUROPE: FREEDOM AS A MEANS OF OPPRESSION PRACTISED ON SYRIAN WOMEN REFUGEES
(IMAGINARIES OF EUROPE: FREEDOM AS A MEANS OF OPPRESSION PRACTISED ON SYRIAN WOMEN REFUGEES)
- Author(s):Duha Ceylan
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Geography, Regional studies, Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:33-54
- No. of Pages:22
- Summary/Abstract:The humanitarian crisis in Syria has caused more than 13 million refugees to leave Syria since 2014, with Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, and Europe being the principal destinations. More than 2 million refugees have been accepted within the European Union (EU), of whom almost 1 million are women (European Commission, n.d.). Syrian refugee women arrive in Europe through various ways, such as family reunification or smuggler networks. As a result, their stories and experiences vary.
PERCEPTION OF SYRIAN REFUGEES AND NATIONALISM IN TURKEY: THE CASE OF EKSI SOZLUK
PERCEPTION OF SYRIAN REFUGEES AND NATIONALISM IN TURKEY: THE CASE OF EKSI SOZLUK
(PERCEPTION OF SYRIAN REFUGEES AND NATIONALISM IN TURKEY: THE CASE OF EKSI SOZLUK)
- Author(s):Melis Zeynep Unur
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Politics / Political Sciences, Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:55-76
- No. of Pages:22
- Summary/Abstract:Nearly 6.6 million Syrians have been forced to leave their country due to the civil war, which started in 2011 (UNHCR, n.d. a), and more than half of them live in Turkey (UNHCR, n.d. b). When mass movements from Syria to Turkey started in 2011 (Kirişci, 2014, p. 11), Turkey’s initial ‘open door’ policy was justified in terms of religious solidarity.
REVEALING UNDER- AND OVER-COVERAGE IN IRREGULAR MIGRATION STATISTICS
REVEALING UNDER- AND OVER-COVERAGE IN IRREGULAR MIGRATION STATISTICS
(REVEALING UNDER- AND OVER-COVERAGE IN IRREGULAR MIGRATION STATISTICS)
- Author(s):Ahmad Wali Ahmad Yar, Tuba Bircan
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:77-94
- No. of Pages:18
- Summary/Abstract:For many years, the academic literature has highlighted significant issues in migration statistics, both within and across countries. The data is often incomplete, unreliable, and inaccurate in a variety of categories of migration, particularly irregular migration. Other challenges in migration data include a lack of standard definitions across categories, under-documentation of migration motivations, and even a miscomprehension of migrants’ choice for a specific destination.
PROFESSIONAL AND MIGRANT, BOTH AND NEITHER: PERSPECTIVES AND PRACTICES ON PROFESSIONAL CARD AND SELF-EMPLOYMENT OF TURKISH MIGRANTS IN BELGIUM
PROFESSIONAL AND MIGRANT, BOTH AND NEITHER: PERSPECTIVES AND PRACTICES ON PROFESSIONAL CARD AND SELF-EMPLOYMENT OF TURKISH MIGRANTS IN BELGIUM
(PROFESSIONAL AND MIGRANT, BOTH AND NEITHER: PERSPECTIVES AND PRACTICES ON PROFESSIONAL CARD AND SELF-EMPLOYMENT OF TURKISH MIGRANTS IN BELGIUM)
- Author(s):Asena Karaçaltı
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Labor relations, Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:95-113
- No. of Pages:19
- Summary/Abstract:Migration from Turkey to Europe has a long history. Starting in the early 1960s, Turkish nationals were invited into the European Economic Community (EEC) as ‘guest workers’ to address the lack of a labour force in construction, metallurgy, and agriculture (Manço & El Bey, 2017). Since then, migration from Turkey to Belgium has been continuous, making Turkey one of the top 10 sending countries to Europe
MIGRANT OTHERING AND SOLIDARITY: COMPARING THE PERCEPTIONS OF PRIVILEGED MIGRANTS IN BRUSSELS
MIGRANT OTHERING AND SOLIDARITY: COMPARING THE PERCEPTIONS OF PRIVILEGED MIGRANTS IN BRUSSELS
(MIGRANT OTHERING AND SOLIDARITY: COMPARING THE PERCEPTIONS OF PRIVILEGED MIGRANTS IN BRUSSELS)
- Author(s):Elodie Hut
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:115-134
- No. of Pages:20
- Summary/Abstract:Attitudes towards international migrants and migration have become increasingly polarised over the past decade. The European ‘asylum crisis’ of 2015–16 has exacerbated negative feelings towards migration while also bringing particular solidarity initiatives to the fore (Rea et al., 2019). The emotional responses generated by migration can produce social representations framed by humanitarian or security-oriented discourses as well as the categorisation of migrants based on their perceived (un)deservingness.
NEW PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRANT FERTILITY IN BELGIUM: THE CONGOLESE DIASPORA
NEW PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRANT FERTILITY IN BELGIUM: THE CONGOLESE DIASPORA
(NEW PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRANT FERTILITY IN BELGIUM: THE CONGOLESE DIASPORA)
- Author(s):Marie Alice Mosuse
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Geography, Regional studies, Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:135-149
- No. of Pages:15
- Summary/Abstract:In Belgium, literature concerning migrant fertility is notably sparse, particularly with respect to differentiating between various migrant communities. Although extensive data exist on Moroccan and Turkish populations, which represent the largest non-European immigrant groups, there is a significant gap concerning the Congolese community. This omission is striking, given the historical and substantial presence of the Congolese in Belgium, estimated at approximately 55,000 individuals in 2012
CONCLUDING REMARKS: ADVANCING PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRATION AND MIGRANTS
CONCLUDING REMARKS: ADVANCING PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRATION AND MIGRANTS
(CONCLUDING REMARKS: ADVANCING PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRATION AND MIGRANTS)
- Author(s):Tuba Bircan
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
- Page Range:151-154
- No. of Pages:4
- Summary/Abstract:Migration and migrants have become prominent topics of study, attracting the attention of numerous scholars worldwide. Over the years, significant progress has been made in understanding migration dynamics, yet much of the discourse remains entrenched in traditional perspectives and long-held assumptions.
