Migration, Human Rights, and Development: A Global Anthology - Softcover

Anne T. Gallagher

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1617700711 ISBN 13: 9781617700712

Publisher: International Debate Education Associaiton, 2013

Synopsis

This anthology presents a unique collection of the best, most accessible, and most important writing in the area of migration with a particular focus on the human rights and development aspects of modern migration trends and responses. Four thematic sections address: the relationship and connections between human rights, migration, and development; key issues in migration and development, including impacts on source and destination countries, social costs, and the role of remittances; key issues in migration and human rights: the legal and policy framework and rights of specific migrant groups including refugees, children, and women. the future of migration. Is migration always a good? Can restrictions be justified? How do we address the very real challenges of global migration while preserving rights and promoting development?

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About the Author

Anne Gallagher is a lawyer and scholar with an established reputation in human rights and the administration of criminal justice. She is a former United Nations official and, since 2003, has led a major intergovernmental initiative aimed at strengthening criminal justice responses to human trafficking in Southeast Asia.

Edition details

• Publisher: International Debate Education Associaiton
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1617700711
• ISBN 13: 9781617700712
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256
• Editor: Anne Gallagher