Immigration has been a constantly discussed issue, in particular for developed countries (quelle eher developed countries finden). The following text will show off the situation from the view of the immigrants and their host country as well as argue why immigration is not, as often conceived, uniquely harmful to a country but can be greatly beneficial. Challenges to Face Motivations to immigrate can be voluntarily, such as seeking improved living standards, economic and family reunification reasons, or involuntary such as refugees, asylum seekers, and illegally trafficked people (Bohon and Conley, 2015). However after leaving behind their home, immigrants often experience new hardships (Castels and Miller, 2009). Victimization and Accusation by Opponents Racial, ethnic, and religious minorities often become victims of violence (Castels and Miller, 2009). And racism caused by xenophobia often …show more content…
Right-wing politicians gain support by pointing out possible negative consequences. (Castels and Miller, 2009). Immigrants are sometimes said to steal jobs from domestic workers as well as lowering wages (Bohon and Conley, 2015, p.14). Furthermore, they are accused of competing with locals over education, health care and social services (Bohon and Conley, 2015). Organizations To prevent the above hardships for immigrants international organizations such as the Global Commission on International Migration advised by migration experts, and a UN discussion forum called Global Forum on Migration and Development have been created (Castels and Miller, 2009). Why Welcome Immigrants and Transient Workers Among many advantages, immigrants may bring entrepreneurial motivation ans innovative ideas which can be fuel economic growth of host countries (Legrain, 2007). Additionally, the foreign workers could bring in tax revenue (Bohon and Conley,