Social Sciences · Sociology and Political Science
A new article in the Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies says that migration labels such as “irregular,” “labour,” and “privileged” don’t stay stable. It argues that people constantly negotiate and contest these categories through everyday experiences, making even the label “migrant” fluid.
A paper in the Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies argues that the word “human” in migration research carries hidden power claims. Drawing on scholarship about “being human,” the author proposes redefining humans as a mix of biology and shared stories, with multiple valid cultural accounts. The paper also uses a short case study from Cameroon to show how looking differently at “human” can change how migration is understood.
A new study in the Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies says Estonia’s asylum system filters refugee claims through official historical narratives. It argues that a shifting idea of “Eastness” influences whether people are seen as close enough to “the West,” and that this ranking can change quickly after major geopolitical events.
