Sociology
Transnational Motherhood and the Reconfiguration of Family Obligations
Quick fact
Across the globe, millions of mothers migrate for work, creating 'transnational motherhood'—a reality where mothers provide financially while relying on other relatives for daily childcare. This arrangement can be emotionally wrenching, yet it is often seen as a 'necessary sacrifice' to ensure their children's future.
Why this is interesting
Your mother calls every night—but what if she also supports you from a different continent? Migrant mothers are redefining what it means to be a parent.