Migration Systems Theory

Migration Systems Theory suggests that migration is a complex, interconnected process influenced by social, economic, political, and historical factors within regions and networks. It views migration not as isolated events but as part of established systems where networks—like families, communities, or countries—facilitate and shape migration flows. These systems develop over time, creating patterns that influence who migrates, where they go, and why. Essentially, migration is driven by the relationships and structures that connect origin and destination areas, making it a dynamic process rooted in ongoing social and institutional linkages.