Deterring migration harms marginalized communities from "summary" of The Next Great Migration by Sonia Shah
When governments and institutions implement policies to deter migration, they often fail to consider the impact on marginalized communities. These communities are disproportionately affected by the consequences of restricted movement, as they are more likely to be pushed to migrate due to environmental or economic pressures. By erecting barriers to migration, policymakers are essentially denying these marginalized groups the opportunity to improve their circumstances and seek a better life elsewhere. Furthermore, deterring migration can exacerbate existing inequalities and injustices faced by marginalized communities. In many cases, these communi...
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