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Should we tackle the 'root causes' of migration? Likely no

Should we tackle the 'root causes' of migration?

While the hardships that can spur people to migrate cannot be ignored, the well-intended idea of tackling the ‘root causes’ of migration can easily yield misguided policy.

By Jørgen Carling, Jessica Hagen-Zanker – Published on 06 August 2025

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Hagen-Zanker, Jessica & Jørgen Carling (2025) Should we tackle the 'root causes' of migration? Likely no. Migration to Research Policy Short. Florence: Migration Policy Centre, European University Institute.