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TIMELESS BONDS GRANDPARENTHOOD ACROSS TIME ZONES

The Migration Conference 2024 Selected Papers is a collection of conference proceedings presented at the 12th Migration Conference (TMC 2024) hosted by Iberoamericana University, Mexico City, in July 2024. The volume reflects critical themes across law, policy, identity, economics, education, and more as discussed throughout the conference.

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Relocation

5 Minutes

TIMELESS BONDS GRANDPARENTHOOD ACROSS TIME ZONES

The Migration Conference 2024 Selected Papers is a collection of conference proceedings presented at the 12th Migration Conference (TMC 2024) hosted by Iberoamericana University, Mexico City, in July 2024. The volume reflects critical themes across law, policy, identity, economics, education, and more as discussed throughout the conference.

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Relocation

5 min

Barry Holland — a South African ultramarathon legend’s devoted journey

In the quiet hours before dawn, a special breed of athlete comes alive. When the world hovers between sleep and consciousness, ultramarathon runners find their stride.

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Relocation

2 min

Venturing into the unknown – talking about emigration and the uncertainties

We embark on this great mission of resettling elsewhere in the world in the hope of creating a better life. This quest, however, has a ripple effect on all concerned.

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Relocation

6 min

The unique dynamics of grandparenthood in the modern era

The unique dynamics of being a grandparent are intricate, and simple linear predictions fail to capture the profound depth and complexity of the relationship.

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Relocation

17 min

“My granny lives in a computer”: Experiences of Transnational Grandparenthood

Emigration is increasingly becoming a reality for South Africans. To date, research on emigration has largely focused on the economic effect and the associated loss of expertise on the country. To a lesser degree research has focused on the devastating effects of distance and the lower intimacy levels on intergenerational relationships of transnational families. The relationship as it was known has changed, face to face communication is replaced by technology-mediated communication (TMC). Using open-ended interviews, this qualitative study used a thematic analysis to explore the personal experiences of South African grandparents, as they transitioned into their role as transnational grandparents (TNGs). The theoretical framework underpinning this research was ambiguous loss. “Missing out” was a central theme identified, which featured throughout the study like a golden thread.

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Relocation

4 min

Parents left behind - an ambiguous journey

I read somewhere that airports are story-making factories: people waiting to watch their loved ones walk further and further away from them until they can no longer be seen. Today is my turn... you with a backpack filled with dreams on your way to another continent and me with my memories bidding you farewell, not knowing when I will see you again. I wanted to paste a red and white "Fragile: Handle with care" sticker like a Band Aid plaster over my heart to ease the pain...

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