Media and the desire to emigrate among young people in the Third World

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Globalization in the mid-20th century marked a pivotal shift in societal interdependence, particularly through the influence of media. The media play a critical role in transcending state borders and reshaping cultural identities into transnational forms, significantly impacting collective social consciousness. This article explores the evolution of media sociology, examines the interplay between media and migration, and presents a case study on young Ivorians, highlighting how Western media shapes their aspirations to emigrate.