Theme 1b Migration Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Causes of voluntary migration ?
A
- Job opportunities, better paid job
- Trade and economical expansion
- More pleasant climate
- Better education
- Better healthcare
- Closer to friends / family
2
Q
Causes of forced migration ?
A
- Avoid religious/political persecution
- Avoid war
- Slavery/forced labour as a prisoner of war
- Racial discrimination
- Famine
- Overpopulation
- Natural disasters
3
Q
Problems for international migrants ?
A
- Lack of qualifications (visa)/skills => have to do unskilled jobs/ works informally
- Many are doing low paid jobs
- Poor working conditions/dirty jobs/ exploitation by employers
- Language difficulties
- Can’t afford education/healthcare/housing
4
Q
Advantages for the losing country ?
A
- Reduces pressure on resources
- Decline in birth rate
- Migrants can bring back new skills
- Money is sent back
5
Q
Disadvantages for the losing country ?
A
- Loss of people in working age group
- Loss of the educated and skilled people
- Division of families
- Left with an elderly population => high death rate
6
Q
Advantages for the receiving country ?
A
- Overcomes labour shortage
- Dirty, unskilled jobs are done
- Will work long hours & low salary
- Cultural advantages & links
7
Q
Disadvantages for the receiving country ?
A
- Pressure on jobs
- Low quality & overcrowded housing => bad image for country
- Racism
- Language problems
- Less religious amenities for immigrants
8
Q
Benefits of remittance for home country:
A
- Money can be used for children to go to school
- Used to improve farms
- Support families/raises their standard of living
- Pay for healthcare
- Pay for better, healthier diet
- Improve living conditions
- Improve water supply
