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Factors Influencing the Well-being of Urban Migrant Workers
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- 3 University of South China
- 4 University of South China
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Abstract
With the acceleration of urbanization, a large number of rural migrant workers have poured into cities, becoming an important driving force for urban construction and development. However, due to issues such as urban-rural disparities, inadequate social security, and lack of social trust, urban migrant workers face many difficulties that affect their sense of well-being and quality of life. This study quantitatively analyzes the well-being of migrant workers using data from the 2021 China General Social Survey, aiming to explore the impact of social security, social integration, and social needs on the well-being of urban migrant workers. Meanwhile, through literature review and theoretical analysis, the inherent connections and impact mechanisms among these factors are revealed. The results show that an improved social security system, enhanced social trust, and fulfillment of social needs can significantly enhance the well-being of urban migrant workers, providing important theoretical and practical support for achieving social harmony and promoting integrated urban-rural development.
Keywords
urban migrant workers, well-being, social security, social needs
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Zheng,J.;Liu,M.;Zhang,H.;Wang,Q.;Tang,J. (2024). Factors Influencing the Well-being of Urban Migrant Workers. Journal of Applied Economics and Policy Studies,4,27-33.
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