‘Wish to Dream’ Fulfilment: the Motivations for Onward Migration

Nunzia Cristo () and Cynthia Akwei
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Nunzia Cristo: Liverpool John Moores University
Cynthia Akwei: Liverpool John Moores University

Journal of International Migration and Integration, 2023, vol. 24, issue 3, No 3, 989-1016

Abstract: Abstract This paper explores the individual and group motivations that have encouraged the onward migration of Italian-Pakistanis and Italian-Bangladeshis to the North of England after obtaining Italian citizenship because the reasons for moving again to the current destination are under-researched. It appears that there has been a design-driven form of intentionality in their complex migrations attributable to the influence of European and Italian policies. Gender and ethnic differences among these groups are identified, as well as the level of their integration in the new host country. A qualitative research approach is adopted utilizing six focus group discussions with 48 participants, and the data collected were subjected to thematic analysis. The findings revealed that aspects of education and qualifications, religion, social identity, and culture along with welfare, security, and employment were the motivations for the participants’ onward migration.

Keywords: Migration; Onward migration; Transmigration; Genders; Integration (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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