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Opinion of Ecuadorians on Migration in the Target Country: Benefits and Challenges

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  • Angel Torres-Toukoumidis

    (Social Science Knowledge and Human Behavior Department, Universidad Politécnica Salesiana, Cuenca 010105, Ecuador)

  • Andrea De-Santis

    (Social Science Knowledge and Human Behavior Department, Universidad Politécnica Salesiana, Cuenca 010105, Ecuador)

  • Diego Vintimilla-León

    (Social Science Knowledge and Human Behavior Department, Universidad Politécnica Salesiana, Cuenca 010105, Ecuador)

Abstract

Migration plays a crucial role in shaping destination countries’ social and economic landscapes, including in Ecuador. This study aims to explore the benefits and challenges of migration by analyzing the perceptions of Ecuadorians who have directly or indirectly encountered its effects. Using a mixed-methods approach, we surveyed 1048 Ecuadorians and conducted 27 in-depth interviews to capture various viewpoints. The findings reveal a complex perspective: 47% of respondents view migration positively, emphasizing economic opportunities and cultural enrichment, while 53% express concerns about issues such as employment mismatches and barriers to social integration. These insights highlight the need for further research, e.g., to explore tailored policy solutions and deepen the understanding of migration’s multifaceted impact on Ecuador’s society and economy. The results highlight the need to investigate how media perceptions of migration influence the attitudes and decisions of migrants and host communities to design more balanced and realistic information campaigns for informed decision-making.

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  • Angel Torres-Toukoumidis & Andrea De-Santis & Diego Vintimilla-León, 2024. "Opinion of Ecuadorians on Migration in the Target Country: Benefits and Challenges," Social Sciences, MDPI, vol. 13(10), pages 1-19, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jscscx:v:13:y:2024:i:10:p:533-:d:1493114
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