Paths of Central Caroline Island Children during Migration and Times of Rapid Change

Spencer, Mary (September 2012). "Paths of Central Caroline Island Children during Migration and Times of Rapid Change". Pacific Asia Inquiry. Mangilao, Guam: University of Guam. 3 (1): 7–29. ISSN 2154-5985 .

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Abstract: This article examines the migration experiences of Micronesian children, particularly from Chuuk State in the Federated States of Micronesia, in the context of Compact of Free Association-driven mobility to Guam, Hawaii, and the U.S. mainland. It analyzes contrasts between children's everyday life experiences in home island settings and in migration destinations, including schooling, language use, cultural expectations, and family dynamics. The study highlights challenges such as language barriers, educational system mismatch, discrimination, and social dislocation, while also documenting the persistence of cultural practices and family structures across migration contexts. It emphasizes the importance of understanding origin-based cultural repertoires in order to support migrant children's adaptation and calls for expanded research on educational, social, and developmental outcomes.