Migration
What is migration?
Migration is the movement of people from one place to another, often from one country to another, to live, work, or seek better opportunities.
What is a refugee?
A refugee is a person who flees their home country because of fear of persecution, war, or violence, and seeks protection in another country.
What is the difference between a grant and a loan in terms of international aid?
A grant is a financial donation given with no expectation of repayment, typically to support a specific project or goal, while a loan must be repaid, usually with interest, over a period of time. Grants are often used in humanitarian aid to support development or emergency relief.
In this year, leaders adopted 17 new Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to tackle global challenges like climate change, inequality, and poverty, aiming for a more sustainable and fair world.
2015
This SDG aims to end poverty in all its forms everywhere
No Poverty
What are push factors in migration? 3 examples
Push factors are conditions that drive people to leave their home country, such as poverty, war, persecution, lack of job opportunities, or natural disasters.
What is an asylum seeker?
An asylum seeker is someone who has left their home country and is seeking protection in another country but has not yet been officially recognized as a refugee.
What type of aid is given immediately after a disaster to save lives?
Emergency Aid or Humanitarian
The SDGs were agreed upon by how many countries?
193 countries
This goal promotes healthy lives and well-being for all at all ages
Good Health and Well-being
What are pull factors in migration? 3 examples
Pull factors are conditions that attract people to a new country, such as better job opportunities, higher wages, political stability, better healthcare, or a better quality of life.
What does "displacement" mean in terms of migration?
Displacement refers to people being forced to leave their homes due to conflict, violence, natural disasters, or persecution, often leading to migration.
Which of the following is an example of Long-Term Aid?
A) Providing food and water after a hurricane
B) Building schools and hospitals in developing countries
C) Offering immediate medical care during an earthquake
D) Delivering blankets and tents to refugees
B
How many SDG are there?
17
This goal ensures inclusive and quality education and promotes lifelong learning.
Quality Education
What does the term "melting pot" refer to?
The "melting pot" refers to a society where people from different cultures and backgrounds blend together, creating a new, unified culture.
How does the concept of 'voluntary migration' differ from 'forced migration'?
Voluntary migration occurs when individuals move for reasons such as economic opportunities or personal choice, while forced migration involves people being compelled to leave due to factors like war, violence, natural disasters, or persecution. Forced migrants, including refugees and displaced persons, often face more severe challenges.
Aid that supports long-term goals like building schools or hospitals is called this.
long-term aid
This is the year by which all Sustainable Development Goals are meant to be achieved.
2030
This goal focuses on achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls.
Gender Equality
What is the difference between an immigrant and an emigrant?
An immigrant is someone who moves to a new country to live, while an emigrant is someone who leaves their own country to live in another.
How do remittances sent by migrants influence the economy of their home country?
Remittances can have a significant positive effect on the economy of the sending country, providing financial support for families and communities. They can improve living standards, increase access to education and healthcare, and stimulate local businesses. However, reliance on remittances can also create economic vulnerabilities if they decrease over time.
This type of aid is managed by organizations that are independent of any government, like Save the Children or the Red Cross.
What is NGO aid?
The SDGs were adopted by this global organization
The United Nations
This goal calls for urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
Climate Action