Chair Chair ‘History and Migrations’

Perspectives on Migration Dynamics

Italian immigrants in Dudelange

The ‘History and Migrations’ Chair was established through a collaboration between the University of Luxembourg / C²DH and the City of Dudelange, in partnership with the Centre for Documentation on Human Migrations (CDMH). Its objective is to foster a better understanding of the population flows leaving and arriving in Luxembourg throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

Deciphering Societal Changes

Demy and his team at work

Luxembourg as an “Immigration Success Story”»

International migrations represent a major societal phenomenon that requires in-depth study through the social sciences and humanities. These migrations impact various aspects such as mobility, climate, environment, digital transformation, and urban shifts, influencing socio-economic structures and cultural identities.
With its expertise and industrial history, Luxembourg is well positioned to develop high-level research and education on migration. The ‘History and Migrations’ Chair aims to mediate academic knowledge in connection with civil society and socio-economic and cultural stakeholders. It promotes knowledge transmission and the dissemination of high-quality research.

    Organizational aspects of the Chair

    • Chairholder (2025-2029): Denis Scuto

    • Two postdoctoral researchers hired for four years in 2025

    • One PhD student recruited for four years in 2025

    • Research seminars on the history of migrations within the MAHEC and the MADIPH

    • Hosting of visiting researchers in Dudelange, co-funded by the City of Dudelange and C²DH

    • Monthly newsletter on migration research and inclusion in Luxembourg and the Greater Region (from September 2025)

    • Organization of conferences and public history activities (exhibitions, heritage tours, etc.) with the CDMH

    • Funded by the City of Dudelange

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