New Environments

Definition

New environments refer to places where voluntary migrants settle after leaving their home countries. These places may have different cultural norms, languages spoken, political systems, climates, and socioeconomic conditions compared to what they were accustomed to.

Related terms

Acculturation: The process through which voluntary migrants adopt the cultural traits, customs, and behaviors of their new environment while still maintaining aspects of their own culture.

Cultural Assimilation: The complete integration of voluntary migrants into the dominant culture of their new environment, often resulting in the loss or erosion of their original cultural identity.

Social Networks: Connections and relationships formed by voluntary migrants with individuals and groups in their new environments that provide social support and opportunities.