Adaptation Centers for Migrants in the Context of Russian Migration Policy

Abstract

Migration has become an integral part of sociocultural and economic dynamics, but the successful adaptation of migrants remains a priority to ensure the stability and development of society. As international migration continues to increase, greater understanding is needed of how migrant adaptation measures affect a country’s demographic indicators and prospects. In this connection, the need to create migration adaptation centers and to identify their role in the demographic development of the state is becoming urgent. This aspect of the study represents scientific novelty and complements knowledge about migration and demographic changes. The purpose of this research is to study the attitude of state and municipal employees to the problems of regulating migration processes and the creation of migration adaptation centers, identifying the main trends that require systemic changes and new approaches to migration. The concept of “demographic integration” is substantiated, reflecting the relationship and influence of successful adaptation of migrants on the demographic development of society, covering such aspects as changes in population structure, fertility, labor force and other demographic parameters that may be directly or indirectly related to the process of adaptation of migrants. Initial data: a pilot sociological study conducted among state and municipal employees who were trained under a professional development program in different regions of Russia. Data collection was carried out using the method of expert survey. The results of the study showed a multidirectional approach of state and municipal employees to key aspects of migration processes. The majority of respondents expressed support for the creation of migration adaptation centers, which indicates the need to provide migrants with knowledge and skills that would contribute to their more successful adaptation to Russian society. This factor emphasizes the importance of carefully developing adaptation educational programs and services of migration centers. Scientific contribution: the concept of “demographic integration” is introduced, in the context of which the role of migration adaptation centers in the demographic development of Russia is assessed and the need to take into account the social and demographic aspects of migration processes is emphasized. Scope of application: the results of the study can be used to develop and improve policies in the field of migration and adaptation of migrants, as well as to study the dynamics of demographic processes in Russia.