EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MIGRATION AND LAW
Scope & Guideline
Empowering voices in the study of migration and justice.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Legal Frameworks and Migration Policies:
The journal explores the legal frameworks governing migration and asylum in Europe, analyzing directives, regulations, and case law that shape the rights and obligations of migrants and states. - Human Rights and Vulnerability:
A significant focus is placed on the human rights implications of migration policies, particularly regarding vulnerable populations such as asylum seekers, unaccompanied minors, and irregular migrants. - Intersectionality in Migration Studies:
The journal examines migration through an intersectional lens, addressing how various identities (e.g., race, gender, sexual orientation) influence the migration experience and legal protections. - EU Externalization and Global Migration Governance:
The journal critically assesses the EU's externalization strategies in migration governance, including partnerships with third countries and their implications for human rights and protection. - Judicial Interpretation and Legal Challenges:
It analyzes judicial decisions and legal challenges related to migration, providing insights into the evolving interpretation of migration laws by European courts.
Trending and Emerging
- Asylum and Containment Policies:
There is an increasing focus on asylum containment strategies, particularly in relation to the EU's external border policies and their implications for human rights, indicating a growing concern over the effectiveness and morality of these approaches. - Intersectionality and Vulnerability:
Research on intersectionality has surged, emphasizing how overlapping identities affect migrants' experiences and access to rights, which is crucial for developing more inclusive policies. - Impact of Climate Change on Migration:
Emerging discussions around climate-related human mobility are gaining prominence, reflecting a recognition of environmental factors as significant drivers of migration and the need for legal frameworks to address these challenges. - Digitalization and Migration Control:
The intersection of digital technology and migration control, including the use of AI and data analytics in border management, is becoming a critical area of study, raising questions about privacy, surveillance, and human rights. - Legal Pathways for Refugees:
There is an increasing emphasis on exploring and establishing legal pathways for refugees, reflecting a shift towards finding sustainable solutions beyond traditional asylum processes.
Declining or Waning
- Focus on Economic Migration:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers specifically addressing economic migration policies, indicating a shift towards more pressing humanitarian and rights-based discussions in migration law. - Traditional Refugee Protection Models:
Discussions surrounding traditional models of refugee protection appear to be waning, as newer frameworks and concepts such as complementary pathways gain traction, reflecting a broader evolution in response to global migration challenges. - Crimmigration Studies:
Although still relevant, the focus on 'crimmigration'—the intersection of immigration and criminal law—has decreased, possibly due to a growing emphasis on human rights and the vulnerabilities faced by migrants.
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