ABSTRACT
The conclusion summarises the main findings of the research project. It is suggested to interpret diaspora politics as a type of political activity that is inherent to modern Western democracies characterised by immigration and that often serves as a means of emancipation for actors on the ground. First, the research found that diaspora politics in a European context has a wide diversity of political positions. To a certain extent, it reproduces political discussions and practices emanating from the home country. Second, the research of this book demonstrates that while very different types of people engage in transnational politics, they mostly share the characteristic of belonging to an educated middle class. Third, my research reveals that most of the observed political practices were very local phenomena and were influenced by the context in which migrants and their children were living. Fourth, the different strategies for engaging in immigrant political transnationalism demonstrate that diaspora politics is often directed towards both the country of origin and the receiving country. Finally, a series of policy recommendations discusses the implications of the research with regard to migrants’ agency, their political rights, debates about national identity, and the institutionalisation of migrant communities.
