Migration Flow Maps delves into the complex world of LGBTQ migration, exploring how legal shifts and societal biases drive individuals across borders in search of safety and acceptance. This interdisciplinary study examines the interplay of push and pull factors, revealing that migration is not merely a personal choice but a response to legal and social environments. For example, discriminatory laws in some countries can compel individuals to seek refuge elsewhere, while progressive LGBTQ rights in other nations act as a magnet.
The book first establishes the legal and theoretical foundations of LGBTQ migration before exploring the challenges migrants face, such as discrimination and access to services, upon arrival. It analyzes the push factors like violence and social exclusion, balanced against the pull factors of economic opportunities and supportive communities.
The study draws from legal databases, surveys, and interviews, providing a nuanced perspective on the realities of LGBTQ migrants and offering crucial policy recommendations for inclusive societies. The book highlights that host nation reception significantly impacts the well-being and integration of LGBTQ migrants.
