I finished up a book chapter discussing the need for development-based migration policies in the Maldives. It’s been nice to look back on my field work and finally develop some solid academic papers. However, I promised myself that when I had the time, I would provide a poor write up on the horrible resort I…
Between my last political gig and finishing my book manuscript Governing Climate Induced Migration and Displacement (due out this November), I’ve had no time time to update my blog. However, as I began to sketch out my next book chapter about my work in the Maldives, I thought it time for a (belated) installment to The…
And so my main research was conducted on the island of Guraidhoo, a short swim from Kandooma (no, really you CAN swim it). It has a population of about 1700, but you’d never guess that by being there. Many people work on Male and are not home very often. The island has winding streets which…
So, Male was an adventure that most people avoid by going directly to their resort. This log will be everything you expect from the Maldives- paradise and its upkeep. My resort island was Kandooma, home of the Holiday Inn. Now, Holiday Inn you say…? Sounds boring. With an island full of Australian surfers, how can…
It’s been a busy summer, so busy I haven’t blogged much. That and in all honesty, I’ve not been sure what to say about it all. I am referring to my field research experience in the Maldives. I’ve been researching perceptions of migration and climate change. It’s the kind of place most people only dream of…
Andrea C. Simonelli 