| These days, millions of people are on the move, some for pleasure, others for business. Many more are forced to leave their homes because of economic imperatives, climate change, political, social and military strife. This flow reverberates in communities of all sizes – from major urban centres to small villages. In this context, the second edition of this issue of the publication focuses on global migration.
Global Flux evolved out of analytical articles written around this theme. Once again, we wanted to shine the spotlight on the Global South and emerging economies. After all, this is where most of the world lives, surviving often insurmountable odds. Decisions around where, when and how to move affect the daily lives and well-being of migrants as well as the countries and regions receiving them.
This publication offers some thoughtful snapshots illustrating what migration looks like these days and how these population shifts are being felt. From the brain drain depleting much of Africa, the dilution of culture faced by indigenous populations in Tibet, the fate of Palestinians stranded for decades in refugee camps, the heavy dependence on remittances from Filipino nannies and the search for far-off mail-order brides . . .
The world is changing. The world is in flux. |
About
Global Flux is an online magazine authored by fourth-year students at Carleton University's School of Journalism and Communication. These students, poised to take on the world upon graduation, were enrolled in a specialized reporting seminar on international affairs during the 2007-2008 academic year.
This online publication is subject to copyright. No portions
may be reproduced without the consent of the individual student
and the School.
Contact Us
For more information about Global Flux and its content, please
contact the course instructor, Kanina Holmes at: kanina_holmes@carleton.ca
The Web designer Roger Martin can be reached at: roger_martin@carleton.ca
We welcome your comments. |