citizenship

What is meant by a diverse society?

A society containing people with different characteristics, backgrounds, beliefs, cultures and identities

What aspects of the UK population should you know about?

Changes in age, ethnicity, religion and disability

Why does the UK population change over time?

Because of factors such as births, deaths, migration and changes in people's circumstances

What is population composition?

The characteristics that make up a population such as age, ethnicity, religion and disability

What is migration?

The movement of people from one place to another, usually with the intention of living there

What is an economic migrant?

Someone who moves to another country primarily to find work or improve their economic circumstances

What is a refugee?

A person who has been forced to leave their country because of persecution, conflict or serious danger and has protection under international law

What is an asylum seeker?

Someone who has applied for protection as a refugee but whose claim has not yet been decided

Why do people migrate?

For reasons including employment, education, family, etc

What are push factors?

Conditions that encourage someone to leave their country such as war, persecution, poverty or unemployment

What are pull factors?

Conditions that attract someone to another country such as jobs, safety, education or better living conditions

What were important sources of migration to the UK after 1945?

Commonwealth countries and European countries

What are possible economic benefits of immigration?

Migrants can fill skills shortages, contribute taxes, create businesses and increase the workforce

What are possible social benefits of immigration?

Greater cultural diversity, new ideas, cultural exchange and increased community diversity

Why can immigration be seen as a challenge?

It can place pressure on housing, public services and infrastructure and may create political or social tensions

Why can immigration lead to debate?

People disagree about its economic, social, cultural and political effects

What is mutual respect?

Recognising and valuing the rights, beliefs, opinions and dignity of other people

Why is mutual respect important in a diverse society?

It helps different groups live together peacefully and reduces conflict and discrimination