Expatriation and Permanent Emigration Intention Among Youth in Azerbaijan

• Autorzy: Khatai Aliyev , Aysu Abbasova , Royala Alishzada , Alsu Jafarova
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

What are the major factors affecting Azerbaijani youth to boost their motivation for emigration? The research explores a complex interplay of possible factors that shape the temporary and permanent emigration intentions among Azerbaijani youth, using a survey of 1085 respondents aged 17 to 35 (47% males, 53% females). According to the study, youth's emigration intention in Azerbaijan should be concerning, as more than half are willing to leave the country permanently. More and more young individuals dream of moving abroad since they attract to the allure of higher earnings, higher standards of living, and many other factors. Social and environmental factors, such as the quest for personal freedom, satisfaction from ecological conditions, marital status, family ties, and age factor are the strongest contributors to youth's expatriate motivation. Besides, almost all life domains significantly influence the permanent emigration intentions of youth. To sum it up, this research sheds light on the considerations of Azerbaijani youth and provides insights into the factors that drive or hinder emigration. The study concludes that to prevent youth emigration, policymakers in Azerbaijan must address the root causes of emigration. Research findings offer a unique perspective for policymakers to design a migration policy to help retain young talent. (original abstract)

Słowa kluczowe

EN

Youth; Emigration; Quality of life

PL

Młodzież; Emigracja; Jakość życia

• Czasopismo: Journal of International Studies
• Rocznik: 2023
• Tom: 16
• Numer: nr 4
• Strony: 153--165

Twórcy

autor

Khatai Aliyev

• Azerbaijan State Economic University (UNEC), Baku, Azerbaijan

autor

Aysu Abbasova

• Azerbaijan State Economic University (UNEC), Baku, Azerbaijan

autor

Royala Alishzada

• Azerbaijan State Economic University (UNEC), Baku, Azerbaijan

autor

Alsu Jafarova

• Azerbaijan State Economic University (UNEC), Baku, Azerbaijan

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DOI

10.14254/2071-8330.2023/16-4/10