From an Isolated State to a Migration Society - Transnationalism and Multilocality as Social Practise in Contemporary Albania

Göler, Daniel

doi:10.1553/isr_fb042s137

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“…The study uses a mixed methods approach. Findings on Albanian migration are gained through qualitative fieldwork in several research projects which started in 2006 (see Göler 2017). These surveys are based on semi-structured in-depth interviews.…”

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Migration as a Tool for Social Resilience: Lessons From Two Case Studies

Göler,

Krišjāne

2024

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Following the fall of socialism in East and Southeast Europe, widespread destabilisation of living conditions was accompanied by immense skill and cost mismatches. Both of these factors continue to contribute to substantial levels of brain drain, brain waste and de-skilling. We propose and discuss the migration-resilience nexus as a new paradigm that emphasises the instrumental dimension of movements and migrants’ agency in terms of the aspiration-capabilities framework. In this paper, we look at migration-specific contexts in two countries suffering from long-term emigration for different reasons. Migratory movements, including emigration and circular and return migration, are interpreted as “tools for social resilience”. In many cases, migrants do not necessarily have the aspiration to migrate. Nevertheless, they can do so when conditions in their individual situation, such as material income, individual well-being or family status, change. Thus, in contrast to the few studies that have looked at migration and resilience so far, we focus on aspirations, decisions and movements as fundamental elements of a resilience strategy adopted by individuals to cope with permanent existential risk, constant harassment, socio-psychological stress or other threats. Our analysis pursues a comparative empirical approach. To cover the broad scope of this phenomenon, we chose Latvia and Albania as the study’s examples. Data on Albania is gathered using qualitative methods, while a quantitative approach is adopted in Latvia. * This article belongs to a special issue on “Demographic Developments in Eastern and Western Europe Before and After the Transformation of Socialist Countries”.

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“…For good reason, King (2005) labelled the country a "laboratory for migration studies". Albania is a "migration society" (Göler 2017). Migration culture is deeply rooted in Albanian history, which can be seen if we go back to the 15th century and think about the "Kurbet" when Arbëresh (i.e.…”

Section: The Albanian Migration Society: From Kurbet To Asylummentioning

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Migration as a Tool for Social Resilience: Lessons From Two Case Studies

Göler,

Krišjāne

2024

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“…Despite the existence of a broad literature studying migration in Albania that explains the causes and consequences (Gedeshi, 2002; Konica and Filer, 2009; Göler, 2017), the traits of internal and international migration, return migration (Caro, 2016; Duci et al , 2019; Gemi and Triandafyllidou, 2021) and potential migration (Gëdeshi et al , 2018), there appears to be fewer studies focusing on the role that family plays in decision-making related to the migration experience, from the moment of departure to the return, transnationalism or remittances’ investments.…”

Section: Setting the Context: Albanian Migration And Familymentioning

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The (big) role of family constellations in return migration and transnationalism

Kopliku,

Drishti

2023

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Purpose The Albanian migration has always reflected a family character, be that before 1945 when Albania was not yet completely isolated, as well as after 1990 when borders were reopened. This feature characterized all types of movement, internal or international, permanent or seasonal migration, return migration or transnational movements and remigration. The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of the family as a very important factor in making decisions regarding migration and answering questions from why to how to migrate, from when to where, whom to ask for help or how to invest remittances. Design/methodology/approach Based on the case study of a rural area in Northern Albania, the Administrative Unit of Dajç, this paper explores in detail the roles of family and kinship on decisions regarding return migration, the re-adjustment process, remigration or transnational life. Findings By exploring the role of the family context in remigration and vice-versa, the paper reflects that the family biography – including the lifestyle, plans for the future or expectations – has changed due to previous migration experiences or challenges and difficulties when returning to the home country. Originality/value It demonstrates how individual decisions to migrate or to “return home” are negotiated and supported within families making transnational life a family project. The paper adopts a new approach in the Albanian Migration Studies, which may be implied on broader areas for further research in the future.

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“…The relationship between migration and family composes a fertile study ground due to the fact that the institution of family presents a character of continuity and strength in the Albanian culture and society as a whole (Vullnetari, 2007). Despite the existence of a broad literature studying migration in Albania, its causes and consequences (Gedeshi, 2002;Konica & Filer, 2009;Göler, 2017), the traits of internal and international migration, return migration (Çaro, 2016;Duci et. al., 2019;Gemi & Tryandafillidou, 2021) and potential migration (King & Gedeshi, 2018), there appear to be fewer studies focusing on the role that family plays in decision-making related to the migration experience, from the moment of departure to the return, transnationalism or remittances' investments.…”

Section: Setting the Context: Albanian Migration And Familymentioning

confidence: 99%

The (big) Role of Family Constellations in Return Migration and Transnationalism

Kopliku¹,

Drishti²

2022

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Albanian migration has always reflected a family character, be that before 1945 when Albania was not yet completely isolated, as well as after 1990 when borders were reopened. This feature characterized all types of movement, internal or international, permanent or seasonal migration, return migration or transnational movements, and remigration. The role of the family has been very important in making decisions regarding migration and answering questions from why to how to migrate, from when to where, whom to ask for help or how to invest remittances. Based on the case study of a rural area in Northern Albania, The Administrative Unit of Dajç, this article explores in detail the roles of family and kinship on decisions regarding return migration, the re-adjustment process, remigration or transnational life. By exploring the role of the family context in remigration and vice-versa the article reflects that the family biography – including the lifestyle, plans for the future or expectations - has changed due to previous migration experiences or challenges and difficulties when returning to the home country. It demonstrates how individual decisions to migrate or to ‘return home’ are negotiated and supported within families making transnational life a family project. The article adopts a new approach in the Albanian Migration Studies which may be implied on broader areas for further research in the future.

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From an Isolated State to a Migration Society - Transnationalism and Multilocality as Social Practise in Contemporary Albania

Cited by 4 publications

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Migration as a Tool for Social Resilience: Lessons From Two Case Studies

Migration as a Tool for Social Resilience: Lessons From Two Case Studies

The (big) role of family constellations in return migration and transnationalism

The (big) Role of Family Constellations in Return Migration and Transnationalism

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