Transnational Families (TNFs) redefine the paradigm of "migration families," depicting it as a transformative phenomenon wherein migrants maintain enduring connections to their home communities despite the imposition of national boundaries. These families navigate a spectrum of circumstances, including economic migration, forced displacement, international employment, marital transitions, educational pursuits, and lifestyle migration, colloquially designated as "sunset" migration. Notably, they exhibit a remarkable ability to sustain collective well-being and unity, denominated as familyhood, even amid extended periods of geographic separation. The experiences of TNFs manifest in diverse forms, transcending distinctions of social class, motivations propelling migration, and geographical locations. The challenges TNFs encounter extend beyond demarcations of social strata, migration motivations, and vast geographic distances, highlighting the pervasive nature of TNF encounters in our intricately interconnected global milieu. Against the backdrop of migration's influential role in shaping global population trends, the narratives of transnational families constitute a compelling academic lens through which to comprehend the nuanced evolution of human connections. Furthermore, these narratives offer profound insights into the intricate interplay between geographical mobility and the fundamental constructs of 'home' and 'family' in our contemporary socio-scientific discourse.
This Research Topic endeavors to enrich the comprehension of Transnational Families (TNFs) by amalgamating insights and perspectives garnered from diverse countries. Employing a comprehensive approach that encompasses both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies across various scientific disciplines, the objective is to elucidate the intricate dimensions of TNFs. The overarching goal is to advance knowledge about TNFs, thus increasing awareness among the public, institutions, and policymakers. The research endeavors to cast light on the profound impact of TNFs on the lives, well-being, and decision-making processes of migrants and their families. Furthermore, it aims to delineate the broader ramifications of TNFs on various societal facets and policies, encompassing areas such as social protection and healthcare distribution. Additionally, this initiative seeks to propel scientific understanding forward through international and interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, thereby responding adeptly to the evolving trends in TNFs and fostering innovation in research methodologies. Ultimately, the goal is to contribute to a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding of TNFs within the dynamic context of a shifting global landscape.
This Research Topic welcomes original contributions from disciplines including sociology, economics, anthropology, social geography, pedagogy, psychology, demography, political science, and legal studies. We encourage submissions of Original Research articles and Systematic Review articles (scoping reviews) that delve into the realities of Transnational Families (TNFs) across various social classes, migration motives and trajectories, and geographical distributions. Manuscripts with the potential to offer comprehensive policy and practice recommendations are especially sought, and preference will be given to those that provide a diverse global perspective.
Authors are encouraged to explore the following themes within the context of TNFs:
1. Kinkeeping within TNFs in a global and digital era.
2. Social rights and social protection of transnational families.
3. Health and well-being of TNFs.
4. Experiences of TNF from the perspective of children and youth.
5. TNFs and educational challenges/opportunities.
6. Gender dynamics in TNF.
7. TNFs and migration trajectories.
8. Home-making, cultural identity and hybridity in TNFs.
9. Family separation and transnational practices.
10. The significant role played by migration policies in shaping the dynamics of TNFs.
We welcome manuscripts that contribute to an interdisciplinary understanding of TNFs, facilitating informed discussions and offering valuable insights for both academia and policymaking.
Transnational Families (TNFs) redefine the paradigm of "migration families," depicting it as a transformative phenomenon wherein migrants maintain enduring connections to their home communities despite the imposition of national boundaries. These families navigate a spectrum of circumstances, including economic migration, forced displacement, international employment, marital transitions, educational pursuits, and lifestyle migration, colloquially designated as "sunset" migration. Notably, they exhibit a remarkable ability to sustain collective well-being and unity, denominated as familyhood, even amid extended periods of geographic separation. The experiences of TNFs manifest in diverse forms, transcending distinctions of social class, motivations propelling migration, and geographical locations. The challenges TNFs encounter extend beyond demarcations of social strata, migration motivations, and vast geographic distances, highlighting the pervasive nature of TNF encounters in our intricately interconnected global milieu. Against the backdrop of migration's influential role in shaping global population trends, the narratives of transnational families constitute a compelling academic lens through which to comprehend the nuanced evolution of human connections. Furthermore, these narratives offer profound insights into the intricate interplay between geographical mobility and the fundamental constructs of 'home' and 'family' in our contemporary socio-scientific discourse.
This Research Topic endeavors to enrich the comprehension of Transnational Families (TNFs) by amalgamating insights and perspectives garnered from diverse countries. Employing a comprehensive approach that encompasses both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies across various scientific disciplines, the objective is to elucidate the intricate dimensions of TNFs. The overarching goal is to advance knowledge about TNFs, thus increasing awareness among the public, institutions, and policymakers. The research endeavors to cast light on the profound impact of TNFs on the lives, well-being, and decision-making processes of migrants and their families. Furthermore, it aims to delineate the broader ramifications of TNFs on various societal facets and policies, encompassing areas such as social protection and healthcare distribution. Additionally, this initiative seeks to propel scientific understanding forward through international and interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, thereby responding adeptly to the evolving trends in TNFs and fostering innovation in research methodologies. Ultimately, the goal is to contribute to a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding of TNFs within the dynamic context of a shifting global landscape.
This Research Topic welcomes original contributions from disciplines including sociology, economics, anthropology, social geography, pedagogy, psychology, demography, political science, and legal studies. We encourage submissions of Original Research articles and Systematic Review articles (scoping reviews) that delve into the realities of Transnational Families (TNFs) across various social classes, migration motives and trajectories, and geographical distributions. Manuscripts with the potential to offer comprehensive policy and practice recommendations are especially sought, and preference will be given to those that provide a diverse global perspective.
Authors are encouraged to explore the following themes within the context of TNFs:
1. Kinkeeping within TNFs in a global and digital era.
2. Social rights and social protection of transnational families.
3. Health and well-being of TNFs.
4. Experiences of TNF from the perspective of children and youth.
5. TNFs and educational challenges/opportunities.
6. Gender dynamics in TNF.
7. TNFs and migration trajectories.
8. Home-making, cultural identity and hybridity in TNFs.
9. Family separation and transnational practices.
10. The significant role played by migration policies in shaping the dynamics of TNFs.
We welcome manuscripts that contribute to an interdisciplinary understanding of TNFs, facilitating informed discussions and offering valuable insights for both academia and policymaking.