Navigating Cultural Transformation: Migration’s Impact on Family Values in Umuchu Community

Abstract

This empirical study investigates the dynamic interplay between migration and family values within the Umuchu community of Anambra state, Nigeria. Employing a mixed-methods research design, the researcher provides critical insights into the transformative effects of migration on traditional family structures, cultural norms and social relationships. The findings demonstrate that migration precipitates significant shifts in family dynamics, communication patterns, and role expectations, while concurrently fostering cultural resilience and identity. This study contributes immensely to the existing body of knowledge on migration’s influence on family values, informing evidence-based policies and programs that support migrant families and preserve cultural heritage.