A Global Perspective On Migration And The Human Phenomenon

Abstract

Migration is one of the most important phenomena that humans have encountered as a social and human being in the historical process. Although its causes and justifications vary depending on the conditions of the time, migratory movements are a determining concept for individuals, societies and states regarding their effects and dimensions. In this sense, migration, expressed as a change of place or space, is described as movement people make from their familiar environment to an unfamiliar one. In fact, the phenomenon of migration should not be seen as a mere spatial movement. However, while the phenomenon of migration impacts people and society, the changes in the world have also affected the phenomenon of migration in terms of scope and quality. In particular, globalization has led to the intensification and internationalization of migratory movements. The migration process, which gained momentum with globalization, has reached a mass scale after technological advances. This situation causes the phenomenon of migration to be perceived as a global problem regarding the migration rates experienced worldwide. This study attempts to reveal the impact of globalization on the phenomenon of migration within the framework of the human dimension of migration.