A Case Study on Pull Factors of the Meranaws’ Migration to Metro Manila, Cebu City, and Davao City

Authors

  • Sahira Tomawis Maruhom University Training Center, Mindanao State University, Marawi City, Phillippines

Keywords:

Meranaw, migration, Lanao del Sur, ethnolinguistic, pull factors

Abstract

The push factors push people away to migrate, while the pull factors attract people to relocate to specific places, resulting in their migration. This research focuses on the pull factors causing the Meranaw people of Lanao del Sur to migrate to the centers of Metro Manila, Cebu City, and Davao City, with a focus on the complex factors that drive it. The findings highlight that migration decisions are shaped by both structural challenges and personal aspirations. The Meranaw migrants leave their home provinces as a response to their difficult circumstances; meanwhile, they are motivated to improve their quality of life, well-being, and to seek opportunities for personal improvement. This research underscores the dual nature of Meranaw migration: it is both an escape from adversity and a proactive pursuit of a better future. In conclusion, the study offers policy recommendations aimed at improving their living conditions in both their origin and destination communities. These recommendations emphasize the need for inclusive governance, enhanced access to education, peacebuilding efforts, sustainable development strategies, and the institutionalization of migrant services. By addressing the root causes of migration and supporting the integration of Meranaw migrants, these measures can help reduce forced migration while empowering individuals and families to thrive in both their home regions and urban centers

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2025-11-17

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Maruhom, S. T. (2025). A Case Study on Pull Factors of the Meranaws’ Migration to Metro Manila, Cebu City, and Davao City. Journal of Contemporary Social Issues, 1(2), 1–13. Retrieved from https://srdikr.com/index.php/jcsi/article/view/7

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