Migratory Movements of Georgia's Greek Community: The Impact of Current Socio-economic Transformations

This book investigates the interaction between complex transformational socio-economic processes, migratory vectors, and the role of ethnic belonging in the mass emigration of Pontic and Urum Greeks from Georgia. It uses qualitative and quantitative analyses, spatial analysis, and socioeconomic data to understand the circumstances that stimulate emigration, the routes, and the experience of living abroad.

Format: Hardback
Length: 142 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2021
Publisher: Peter Lang AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate interplay between complex socio-economic transformations, migratory patterns, and the significance of ethnic identity. It provides a detailed exploration of the hitherto overlooked determinants behind the mass exodus of the Pontic and Urum Greeks from Georgia. The author addresses crucial questions such as how, if at all, ethnic affiliation shaped the decision-making process leading to emigration. Furthermore, the study examines whether this migration should be viewed as a form of repatriation or as part of broader labor migration dynamics. To achieve a comprehensive understanding, the book employs a triangulation of qualitative and quantitative analyses, including 47 in-depth interviews, spatial analysis, and comprehensive materials on the socioeconomic realities of both Georgia and the destination countries. This approach enables a clear and insightful exploration of the factors that drive emigration, the routes taken, and the experiences of individuals living abroad. By shedding light on these complex dynamics, the book offers valuable insights into the multifaceted aspects of migration and its impact on individuals, communities, and societies countries.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783631847268
Edition number: New ed