About the Journal

Migrant Research and Development (MRD) is a multidisciplinary peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research articles and policy analyses aimed at advancing knowledge and practice in the fields of migration, development, and transnational mobility. MRD serves as a platform for scholarly discourse on the complex interplay between migration processes and development outcomes, fostering a deeper understanding of the economic, social, and political dynamics of migration on both a local and global scale.

The journal covers a diverse range of topics, including but not limited to: the role of remittances in local development; migration’s impact on labor markets and economic growth; human rights and the treatment of migrants; migration policies and their effects on mobility and integration; environmental migration and displacement; gender and family dynamics in migrant communities; and the role of diasporas in fostering development in origin countries. These issues hold critical significance in today’s interconnected world.

MRD welcomes submissions of original research articles, policy reviews, and comparative studies that contribute to the understanding of migration’s role in development. The journal promotes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating perspectives from economics, sociology, political science, geography, and international relations. MRD is committed to providing a forum for innovative thinking and evidence-based analysis, offering fresh insights into global migration challenges and opportunities.