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International Missing Migrants Data
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This dataset provides a detailed record of missing migrants and their tragic journeys towards international destinations. It has been collected by the Missing Migrants Project, an initiative implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) since 2014 [1]. The dataset documents deaths and disappearances, shedding light on the challenges migrants face during their journeys [1]. It is important to note that due to the complexities of data collection, the figures presented are likely an undercount [1]. The dataset serves as a tribute to the individuals who lost their lives, as well as the families and communities impacted by their absence [1].
Columns
The dataset contains 19 columns, each providing specific details about migration incidents [2-4]:
- Incident Type: The type of migration incident [2].
- Incident Year: The year when the incident occurred [2].
- Reported Month: The month when the incident was reported [2].
- Region of Origin: The geographical region where the migrants originated [2].
- Region of Incident: The geographical region where the incident occurred [2].
- Country of Origin: The country from which the migrants originated [2].
- Number of Dead: The number of confirmed deceased migrants [2].
- Minimum Estimated Number of Missing: The minimum estimated count of missing migrants [2].
- Total Number of Dead and Missing: The total count of both deceased and missing migrants [2].
- Number of Survivors: The number of migrants who survived the incident [3].
- Number of Females: The number of female migrants involved [3].
- Number of Males: The number of male migrants involved [3].
- Number of Children: The number of children migrants involved [3].
- Cause of Death: The cause of death for the migrants [3].
- Migration Route: The route taken by migrants during their journey, if available [3].
- Location of Death: The approximate location where the incident occurred [3].
- Information Source: The source of information about the incident [3].
- Coordinates: The geographical coordinates of the incident location [3].
- UNSD Geographical Grouping: Geographical grouping according to the United Nations Statistics Division [5].
Distribution
The data file is typically in CSV format [4, 6]. The dataset contains approximately 13,000 records across its 19 columns [4, 7-18]. It has a size of 3.42 MB [4]. The expected update frequency for this dataset is annually [4].
Usage
This dataset is ideal for various applications and use cases, including:
- Migration Patterns Analysis: Explore trends and patterns in migration incidents to understand the most affected regions and routes [5].
- Gender and Age Analysis: Investigate the demographics of migrants to identify gender and age-related vulnerabilities [5].
- Survival and Mortality Analysis: Analyse survival rates and causes of death to highlight risks and challenges migrants face [5].
- Temporal Analysis: Examine incidents over time to identify any temporal patterns or changes [5].
- Geospatial Analysis: Utilise geographical coordinates to map migration routes and incident locations [4].
Coverage
The dataset covers international destinations and migration incidents globally [1].
- Geographic Scope: It includes various geographical regions of origin (e.g., Latin America / Caribbean, Southern Asia) and regions of incident (e.g., North America, Mediterranean), along with specific countries of origin, locations of death, and geographical coordinates [2, 3, 8, 9].
- Time Range: Data spans from 2014 to 2023 [1, 7].
- Demographic Scope: It provides details on the number of females, males, and children involved in incidents [3].
- Notes on Data Availability: A significant portion of 'Country of Origin' data is unknown (55%) [9]. Some 'Migration Route' information is missing (23%) [16], and a small percentage of 'Coordinates' are also missing (0%) [18]. The overall figures presented are acknowledged as likely an undercount due to data collection complexities [1].
License
**Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
Who Can Use It
This dataset is suitable for:
- Researchers: To conduct in-depth studies on migration trends, vulnerabilities, and outcomes.
- Policy Makers: To inform the development of migration policies and humanitarian aid initiatives.
- Humanitarian Organisations: To understand the scale of the missing migrant crisis and target intervention efforts.
- Data Analysts and Scientists: For statistical modelling, data visualisation, and identifying correlations within migration data.
- Journalists and Educators: To raise public awareness and provide factual basis for reports and educational materials.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- International Missing Migrants Data
- Global Migration Fatality Records
- IOM Missing Migrants Incident Database
- Migration Tragedies and Disappearances
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Original Data Source: International Missing Migrants Data
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