How States Coerce Migrants to Return: Comparative Perspectives

Develop an in-depth understanding of coerced return migration policies

Dive into the complexities of migration governance with this course from the University of Glasgow. Drawing from the GAPS Project, this course offers essential insights into coerced return migration, human rights challenges, and the policies shaping these critical issues.

Develop in-depth insights into coerced return migration

On this three-week course, designed for intermediate-level learners, you’ll explore the intricate dynamics of coerced return migration.

Through case studies and policy reviews – including recent perspectives on Syrian migrants – you’ll unravel the layers of coercion involved in return migrations and examine the spectrum from voluntary to forced returns.

This knowledge will empower you to identify and analyse the factors driving these processes and the implications on migrants and societies.

Examine migration governance and human rights violations

Next, you’ll explore the contradictions within migration governance and their impact on human rights. You’ll gain critical insights into how current policies may lead to serious human rights violations and discuss alternative approaches to uphold justice and dignity.

Analyse sustainable migration policy alternatives

Lastly, you’ll examine sustainable migration policy alternatives and the need for reforming existing frameworks.

You’ll discuss rights-based and sustainability-focused approaches that prioritise the dignity and human rights of migrants.

In taking this course, you’ll open yourself to understanding the pressing issues surrounding migration and asylum today and be better equipped to evaluate and advocate for changes in migration governance that prioritise equitable and sustainable outcomes.

This course is for those interested in migration, asylum, and human rights. Designed for learners at the intermediate level, it’s suitable for advanced students, civil society officers, and the general public. However, beginners with an interest in these topics are also welcome.

This course is for those interested in migration, asylum, and human rights. Designed for learners at the intermediate level, it’s suitable for advanced students, civil society officers, and the general public. However, beginners with an interest in these topics are also welcome.

• Identify forced and voluntary return policies and their ambiguities.
• Explore migrant experiences to reveal policy implementation gaps and ethical challenges.
• Explore the role of state coercion in return migration and understand the concept of "coerced return".
• Assess global dynamics of coerced return in destination, transit, and origin countries.
• Evaluate migrant rights and common human rights violations in return policies.