Introduction
For a growing number of individuals in the world, where they call home, what home looks like, and who their neighbors are is dramatically changing. These fundamental shifts in place and populations bring forth the fundamental question, ‘What is community?’
The following section explores the context shifts in community including migration, refugees, international students, growth of cities, and informal settlements.
Migration
The number of international migrants has increased in all UN regions, with Europe, Asia, and North America as the primary destinations.
Religious Migration
Despite high migration numbers, Christian migration is not anticipated to affect regional religious affiliation percentages between 2020 and 2050 due to the balance between immigration and emigration.
International Students
International student numbers have steadily grown each year since the early 2000s.
