Information Practices of Immigrants

摘要

International migrants are defined as people living outside their country of birth (International Organization for Migration, n.d.). International migration is one of the most vital global issues of our century; according to the International Organization for Migration (n.d.), more people are moving across international borders than ever before and close to 200 million people currently live outside their country of birth. This figure represents approximately three percent of the world's population, meaning that one in every thirty-five persons in the world is a migrant. The number of international migrants increased by 45 million between 1965 and 1990; it is currently growing at an annual rate of 2.9 percent (International Organization for Migration, n.d.). There are many reasons people migrate from one country to another. If well managed, migration can be beneficial for both individuals and societies. Yet, migration remains a complex issue that affects the economic and social fabric of many countries.