Migrant Integration and Identity

Start with belonging and identity

Begin with the notes on geographies of belonging. They introduce a case study of East African Asians and mention transport and communications technologies associated with globalization. Use the case study as a starting point for thinking about how migration and belonging connect.

Next, look at the mind map on hybrid identity. It describes identity as a mix of different identities and includes a possible feeling of isolation. Compare its ideas with the sense of belonging discussed in MultiCultural Mix.

Explore experiences through mind maps

I: Health & Wellbeing brings together acculturation, family influence, migration experiences and transnational practices. Its branches also mention language, religion, culture and social networks. Follow the branches to see which connections you want to study further.

Gender and Diaspora introduces the feminization of migration and gender in diaspora studies. The map Racism against immigrants in US addresses racism, while Migration: a global question includes coexistence in the country of destination. Each offers a different way into the topic.

Connect the resources and check your understanding

The Assimilation mind map lists forms and stages of assimilation. After studying it, try In Defense of the Assimilation Model. Use the quiz to check your understanding, then return to the map to review ideas you want to explore again. You can also compare the assimilation map with the resources on hybrid identity and belonging.

The flashcards WGS215 Lecture Nine include migration law, Canadian feminists and migration, and scales of citizenship. Use them to practice recalling terms after you have explored the maps.

Place the topic within Migration

Migrant Integration and Identity is a section of the Migration unit in Sociology. As you move between the case study, maps, flashcards and quiz, note the different ways they connect migration with identity and social experience. Choose a map to explore and follow it with the quiz.