Routledge Women, Gender and Labour Migration - History Book

Explore the changing landscape of global movement in Women, Gender and Labour Migration: Historical and Cultural Perspectives. As female migrants represent approximately half of all people moving today, understanding their specific roles is vital for modern migration studies. This volume from the Routledge Research in Gender and History series moves beyond outdated push/pull motivation models to offer a fresh look at the field. Readers will examine the lived experiences of women, particularly during long distance and transnational moves. The contributors analyze whether labour migration serves as a social or strategic decision for women, providing deep insight into how gender shapes economic and social mobility. This book is an essential resource for those studying the history of business, economics, and social change through a gendered lens.