Sociology

"Our migrant" and "the other migrant": migration discourse in the Albanian media, 2015-2018

E. Dhëmbo, E. Çaro, et al.

This research conducted by Elona Dhëmbo, Erka Çaro, and Julia Hoxha investigates the narrative surrounding migration in Albanian media from 2015 to 2018. It highlights the shift of Albania’s identity in migration, focusing predominantly on emigration while revealing the distinctions made between 'our migrants' and 'the other migrants'.

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Abstract

This paper examines migration discourse in Albanian media from 2015-2018, a period of transition for Albania from a primarily sending country to a potential transit and destination country. Using a mixed-methods approach analyzing web and TV media, the study reveals a dominant focus on Albanian emigration, framed by demographic challenges, multiculturalism in receiving countries, and asylum-seeking's impact on EU membership prospects. Limited attention was given to the regional migration "crisis" and Albania's potential as a transit or destination country. A key distinction emerged between "our migrants" (Albanians abroad) and "the other migrants" (those transiting or seeking asylum in Albania).

Publisher

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS

Published On

Dec 08, 2021

Authors

Elona Dhëmbo, Erka Çaro, Julia Hoxha

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