Reasons, Sources of Information and Perception of German Engagement,
Push/pull models do not adequately describe migration processes, but are often used in policy to explain the causes of flight and to identify ways to combat them. Increasing migration from sub-Saharan Africa poses many challenges for Europe. Solutions need to address not only the causes of flight, but also the personal motivations of people to migrate. Why do so many people embark on the perilous journey of irregular migration? Where do they get information about planned migration? And what is the role of local actors and those in destination countries?
