Migration consists of people moving from one territory to another, crossing the geographical limits of countries or regions. People’s changes of residence from one geographic location to another can be for various reasons: personal, family, political, security, economic , climatological and others, which influence in different ways the willingness to migrate to another place; geographic distance, the scenarios of the territories of origin and destination, among others, also intervene.              

Migration links countries, cities and communities. It continues enduring mobility patterns or generates different ones as political, social and economic scenarios change. Migration formulates shared stories, shows economic requirements and promotes cultural ties. It outlines challenges and provides opportunities for both migrants and societies.              

It should be considered that in general, migration is safe, regular and orderly, and is not only unavoidable but also beneficial, since it has improved the lives of many people. Energy should not be wasted on containing migration, but rather on creating scenarios in which it is an option and not a necessity, carrying it out through regular channels so that it operates by stimulating development.         

Migration is an inevitable action, since one in eight people is the number that migrate in the world, which is why it must be seen as an integral part of the solution. Properly processed, it is essential for sustainable development and progress. It is unquestionable that it induces productivity, provokes innovation and creates more diverse societies, among other benefits. For those who decide to migrate, it opens new opportunities, but at the same time, they face risks and enormous challenges, such as discrimination, uncertainty, and the challenge of integration.

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