معارف
Volume 20, Numéro 2, Pages 1763-1774
2025-12-30
Irregular Migration And The Media: Media Coverage From A Historical Perspective
Authors : Oucherif Amira .
Abstract
Irregular migration is a multifaceted global issue influenced by economic, social, political, and environmental dynamics. The media plays a decisive role in shaping how societies perceive this phenomenon, often framing it through lenses that reflect broader ideological and political contexts. Historically, traditional media such as newspapers, radio, and television portrayed irregular migration with dramatic emphasis on mass movements, humanitarian crises, and state responses. These narratives oscillated between representing migrants as victims of poverty and conflict, and framing them as threats to security, identity, or economic stability. The rise of digital and social media has transformed these portrayals, making coverage more immediate, participatory, and polarized. While humanitarian discourses highlight empathy and solidarity, exclusionary narratives reinforce fear, xenophobia, and restrictive policies. This study examines irregular migration and media coverage from a historical perspective, emphasizing continuities and changes in media narratives. It argues that critical analysis of these transformations is vital for developing balanced communication strategies that respect human dignity while addressing the complex realities of irregular migration.
Keywords
Irregular Migration, Media, Coverage, History
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