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This article views migration as a topical issue that poses challenges, especially in recent times, for migrant sending and hosting nations and the migrants themselves. In response, the church has recommended various ways of addressing the prevailing migration situation. In acknowledging these proposed intervention measures, this article aims to establish if the churches' approaches to the migration situation are harmonised and integrated. To accomplish this, the article reviews the World Council of Churches' (WCC) responses to migration challenges as a window and insight into the broader approaches employed by the churches. The WCC mirrors the churches' efforts, strategies and positions on migration issues. However, some churches do not adequately execute some of the interventions because of lack of finances to meet the material needs of the migrants, whilst others break the laws of the land as they respond to migration challenges. The article concludes by making recommendations on how the WCC can improve some of its intervention strategies in order to effectively respond to migration challenges. Intradisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary implications: This article views migration as a topical issue that poses challenges to migrant sending and hosting nations and the migrants themselves. It acknowledges that the Church has recommended various ways of addressing the prevailing situation of migration. After acknowledging the aforesaid, it then proceeds to determine if the Churches' approaches and interventions to the migration situation are harmonised and integrated. As such, the article is interdisciplinary as it seeks to understand the integration and harmonisation of the churches' approaches and interventions to the topical issue of migration.

This book is directed at researchers and policymakers at all levels and is intended to stimulate fresh thinking for the development of unconventional and innovative ideas for migration policymaking. The papers in this edited volume are the results of a joint ICMPD/IMISCOE workshop on Innovative Concepts for Alternative Migration Policies, held at the International Centre for Migration Policy Development in Vienna in 2006, with the participation of migration researchers, policymakers and representatives of international organisations. Based on the strengths of the combined ideas presented by the authors of these ten short papers, eight basic principles for the design of innovative migration policy approaches are presented and developed. This title is available in the OAPEN Library - http://www.oapen.org.

Townships in South Africa were designed and established when apartheid was at its peak. The challenge facing the democratic government in the developmental local sphere of government, is inefficient service provision, due to the continuous increase of local inhabitants, caused by an increased rate of rural-urban migration patterns. Urban planning focuses on city and town design and how the municipality delivers services to communities dwelling within these designed urban spaces. Rural-urban migration is the movement of people from rural to urban areas, with the main reason the pursuit of better opportunities to improve their socioeconomic conditions. Therefore, the pull and push factors of rural to urban migration are clearly defined and explained in order to assist the municipal administration and academia to improve urban service delivery. The study adopts a quantitative approach with the sample comprising 350 respondents, purposively selected through non-probability sampling and required to complete a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire. The researcher assisted in terms of questionnaire administration. The completed questionnaire provided the quantitative data for statistical analysis, using SPSS version 28.0. Study findings indicate that, among other factors, a strong significance exists regarding increased crime levels in urban areas as a result of rural-urban migration patterns, with suggestions that include more money needs to be prioritised from government for policing and crime in cities such as eThekwini Municipality. Since there are more informal settlements because of rural-urban migration, it is also shown as necessary to create network infrastructure in rural areas to improve communication for those working from home. To identify and explain migration to enhance service delivery at eThekwini Municipality, the study investigated the pull and push factors in migration patterns and their influence on service delivery, as well as examining the extent to which rural-urban migration can be used to deal with the current state of service delivery. In addition, the study determined the role of rural-urban migration in the overpopulation of urban areas at eThekwini Municipality, to suggest and recommend a conceptual framework that should be employed to improve the current state of service delivery in the municipality.

This book is directed at researchers and policymakers at all levels and is intended to stimulate fresh thinking for the development of unconventional and innovative ideas for migration policymaking. The papers in this edited volume are the results of a joint ICMPD/IMISCOE workshop on Innovative Concepts for Alternative Migration Policies, held at the International Centre for Migration Policy Development in Vienna in 2006, with the participation of migration researchers, policymakers and representatives of international organisations. Based on the strengths of the combined ideas presented by the authors of these ten short papers, eight basic principles for the design of innovative migration policy approaches are presented and developed. This title is available in the OAPEN Library - http://www.oapen.org.

The migration crisis has reached unprecedented levels, disproportionately affecting marginalized populations, who face systemic inequalities and heightened social exclusion. Understanding the interplay between migration and these communities is crucial for addressing barriers to social inclusion and equity. The proposed scoping review aims to map the literature on the relationship between migration and marginalized populations, as understanding this relationship is key to identifying targeted interventions and addressing social inequities more effectively. This research will be performed via PECO structure and search strategies in multidisciplinary and specific databases. Studies on marginalized communities and migration, focus on social barriers and challenges and include quantitative, qualitative and mixed studies. The review will be conducted between September and October 2025, using multidisciplinary databases such as Scopus and Web of Science, as well as specialized sources including PubMed, Embase, and CINAHL. The inclusion criteria include original peer-reviewed articles, studies with a sample of migrants, vulnerable communities, and those examining migration barriers. Two reviewers will conduct the data analysis independently, and the results will be synthesized to identify effective interventions and recommendations for public policies. The review will identify gaps in knowledge, offering future research guidelines. The findings will not only guide future research but also support policymakers and organizations in developing tailored strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of migration on vulnerable communities, fostering sustainable and equitable social practices worldwide.

This paper explored the role of municipal collaboration in addressing migration-related challenges within the diverse contexts of the UK and South Africa, aiming to promote DEI in the process of nation-building. Through a secondary data research method and comparative evaluation of policies, initiatives and procedures in both countries, the paper examined how municipal collaboration strategies contribute to fostering unity amidst dynamic migration patterns. The findings highlighted the essential role of collaboration in harnessing collective expertise and resources to tackle migration challenges, enhance social cohesion, and advance the DEI principles. The key components of the paper include an examination of unique migration challenges, an analysis of initiatives, policies, and procedures in both countries, and an emphasis on the importance of collaboration in shaping inclusive societies. Overall, this paper advocates the significance of municipal collaboration as a cornerstone of nation-building, facilitating the creation of cohesive and harmonious communities.

DevOps development strategy is based on lean and agile principles and developed to ensure faster delivery. It ensures the collaboration of all stakeholders in the software development process and incorporates user’s feedback in a faster manner. This strategy is developed to guarantee customer satisfaction, increased business value, reduced time for bagging the feedback and adjusting the deliverables. They identified a requirement of prioritizing security in DevOps and started conferring about security to be embedded in DevOps. This introduced a mission-critical issue in many organizations as it requires breaking down of the barriers of operations and security team and review of many security policies in place. The challenge is to find the best way in DevOps can still perform Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery after implanting security in a DevOps environment. This paper introduces a complete migration framework from DevOps to DevSecOps.This paper also identifies the attributes on which the migration framework can be evaluated.

This phenomenological study delves into the lived experiences of transnational Filipino educators, shedding light on their unique journeys and contributions. Using in-depth interviews and narrative analysis, the study captures the essence of their stories, exploring the complexities of cultural adaptation, pedagogical innovation, and personal transformation. The findings reveal a dynamic interplay of challenges and opportunities encountered in their roles as educators in diverse cultural contexts. Despite the obstacles they face, these educators demonstrate remarkable resilience and a steadfast commitment to bridging cultural divides while fostering global understanding. Their narratives highlight the transformative impact of their international teaching experiences on both their professional and personal lives. They not only adapt to new cultural environments but also bring innovative teaching practices that enrich educational systems abroad. This study underscores the critical role Filipino educators play as agents of knowledge exchange, cultural integration, and global collaboration. By offering valuable insights into the nature of international education and the experiences of transnational educators, this study contributes to the broader discourse on transnational education. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and supporting the unique experiences of educators who navigate complex cultural and professional landscapes, ultimately promoting a more interconnected and culturally inclusive global education system.

Academic motivation represents a psychoeducational construct that is associated with the academic success of youth. For some immigrant youth, however, their academic motivation may be affected by the various challenges that they face during their settlement in a culturally diverse school that promotes different self-construal values and practices. The main goal of this study is to investigate the cultural match or mismatch between non-Western immigrant youth and the self-construal orientation typically promoted in Western schools, as well as how specific challenges associated with migration contribute to the development of different levels of academic motivation during their recent settlement. We hypothesize that non-Western immigrant youth experience cultural mismatch in a Western school, and that greater reports of migration challenges are associated with increases in levels of external motivation and decreases in levels of intrinsic motivation. To test these hypotheses, the present study was conducted among non-Western immigrant youth between 12 and 19 years old in their first year of attending a Dutch academic integration program in The Netherlands. Our findings highlight that non-Western immigrant youth are mismatched with the self-construal orientations typically promoted in Dutch schools, and that there is specificity in the way that migration challenges relate to different levels of academic motivation. These findings should be considered by Western educational stakeholders who aim to foster academic success for immigrant youth early on in their resettlement.

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.