The document discusses migration in Ecuador. It defines migration as the movement of people from their usual residence to another location, sometimes in another country. It notes that thousands of Ecuadorians migrate due to economic issues in Ecuador like misuse of resources, high unemployment, and corruption. The causes of migration from Ecuador include economic crisis, lack of employment opportunities, and seeking a better future or training not available in Ecuador. The consequences of migration include family breakdown, abuse of children left behind, exploitation of migrant workers, deportation issues for undocumented migrants, and risks to migrants' lives.