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Migration

Migration has been an integral part of human history from the very beginning. It has many facets and, as a topic, it’s huge. Whether you are researching the Jewish diaspora, Ten Pound Poms, displaced people, human trafficking, British pensioners in Spain or the implications of colonialism, here are some pointers for how to get started:

Quick facts

If you’re looking for statistical data on international migration, there are numerous organisations around the world that provide them. However, much of the information is scattered across different sites and it can be difficultis a great place to access information that has been collated from different sources. In addition to a search engine, you can browse migration-related issues thematically. The site also contains research tips and links to further resources.

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