Family, Separation and Migration: An Evolution-Involution of the Global Refugee Crisis

Families are essential actors and drivers of migration and refugee crises, yet the current protection frameworks prioritize individual rights over the family unit. This volume explores the interplay between family, separation, and migration in various regions and contexts, including the 2015 global refugee crisis. It highlights the gaps in protection and proposes evidence-based solutions for addressing the needs and aspirations of families on the move. The book is aimed at researchers, students, policymakers, and experts in international relations, migration, human rights, and refugee protection.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 294 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2023
Publisher: Peter Lang AG, Internationaler Verlag der Wissenschaften

Families play a pivotal role in both migration and refugee crises, serving as both actors and drivers. However, the current protection frameworks prioritize individual rights over the family unit, leading to a lack of research and attention to the challenges faced by families in migration. This volume aims to address this gap by exploring the intricate interplay between family, separation, and migration across various geographical, political, and historical contexts.

Two central questions guide the exploration: How do family, migration, and separation manifest across different geographical, political, and historical contexts? And what are the gaps in the protection of migrants and their families? Thirteen authors, comprising both academics and practitioners, contribute their expertise to this volume. They discuss various aspects of international protection for refugees, migration governance, child mobility, disability and immigration, human trafficking, and dilemmas in refugee reporting.

The book proposes a paradigm shift in how we address the needs and aspirations of families on the move. It offers evidence-based solutions that transcend polarized discussions on migration and refugees. This volume is intended for a wide audience, including researchers, students, policymakers, and experts in international relations, migration, human rights, and refugee protection.

By examining the experiences of families in migration, this volume seeks to shed light on the complexities and challenges they face. It highlights the importance of recognizing the family unit as a vital component in migration and refugee situations and advocates for policies that prioritize the well-being and protection of families. The insights and recommendations provided in this book have the potential to inform and improve the response to migration and refugee crises globally.

Weight: 431g
Dimension: 225 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783034347310
Edition number: New ed