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Why Immigration Isn't a Crisis: The Life-Course Truth

Most people think migration is a crisis. But what if the real crisis is how we misunderstand it? This video dives into a groundbreaking research brief that uses a 'life-course' perspective to unravel the link between migration and integration. Discover why the timing of migration matters more than the act itself, how Germany's early tracking system creates hidden disadvantages for immigrant youth, and why low-skilled migrants face longer transitions into vocational training. Based on deep analysis of German and European contexts, this isn't about fear—it's about facts. Learn how structure, age, and agency shape real integration, and why the 'crisis' narrative might be the biggest myth of all. Author insights from migration studies reveal the hidden dynamics behind the headlines.