IMMIGRATION IS

A CURSE
Presented To: Ms. Saima Bhaur
Presented By
Hina Manzoor
Aaima Rana
Sameer Ahmad
Ahmed Bin Saleem
 Introduction
The act of individuals moving to a new country to settle permanently
 Immigration is a Curse
1. What are some of the ways that immigration has a negative effect on
the economy?
2. What kind of impact does immigration have on social cohesion in the
countries that it inhabits?
3. What kinds of stresses does immigration put on the country's existing
infrastructure and services?
 Economic Strain
The adverse effects of immigration on the economy

• Increased competition for jobs

Immigrants often compete with native
workers for employment opportunities,
leading to job scarcity
• Depression of wages
The influx of immigrants can drive down
wages due to an oversupply of labor
• Strain on Public Resources
Immigrants can strain public services
such as healthcare, education, and
welfare
 Crime Rates
The correlation between immigration and crime

• Higher crime rates

Research suggests that immigration is associated with higher
crime rates in certain areas
• Increased gang activity
Immigrant communities may be more susceptible to gang-related
activities
• Drug trafficking
Immigration can facilitate drug trafficking across borders
 Cultural Assimilation
Challenges Posed by cultural assimilation

• Strain on social cohesion

Immigration can lead to social fragmentation and a decrease in social
cohesion
• Language barriers
Language barriers can hinder effective communication and
integration
• Cultural conflicts
Cultural conflicts may arise due to differences in traditions, values,
and beliefs
 NEGATIVE IMPACTS OF IMMIGRATION
Job Displacement Lower Wages Strain On Public Services Cultural Integration Challenges Increased Crime Rates

Increased Crime Rates

5%

Cultural Integration
Challenges
10%
Job Displacement
40%
Strain On Public Services
20%

Lower Wages
25%
Negative Impacts Of Immigration
• Increased demand for welfare benefits
Immigrants may rely on welfare benefits, increasing the burden on the
welfare system
• Strain on government funds
Government funds may be redirected toward supporting immigrant
populations
• Limited resources for citizens
Limited resources may be diverted from citizens to accommodate
immigrants
 Cost of Immigration
Enforcement
The financial implications of immigration enforcement

• Expensive border control measures

Maintaining and securing borders can require
significant financial resources
• Burden on law enforcement agencies
Law enforcement agencies may experience
increased workload and strain
 Public Opinion
Benefitted the Country Neither Benefitted Nor Harmed Do Not Know Harmed the Country

GERMANY 18% 19% 9% 53%

FINLAND 21% 15% 13% 51%

FRANCE 17% 23% 12% 47%

DENMARK 23% 19% 10% 48%

SWEDEN 30% 13% 9% 47%

NORWAY 32% 21% 13% 34%

BRITAIN 39% 14% 10% 37%

USA 39% 13% 15% 33%

 Public Opinion
The impact of Immigration on public sentiment

• Rise in anti-immigrant sentiment

Immigration can lead to a rise in anti-immigrant sentiment and
xenophobia
• Increased political polarization
Debates surrounding immigration can polarize political discourse
• Social divisions
Immigration may contribute to social divisions and tensions within
communities
 Call To Action
It is crucial to address the negative effects of immigration
through comprehensive policy reforms and proactive
measures.
THANK YOU