Minority members can choose whether or not to assimilate into the majority. If the minority is small, the long-run outcome is full assimilation. When the minority is large, the unique long-run equilibrium is the initial situation. For intermediate minority sizes multiples are possible, including the full- and no-assimilation ones. The paper also solves the social planner's problem, which indicates that the country can end up in an inefficient steady state. Even if the steady state is the optimal one, the equilibrium path will be suboptimal. Two extensions to the basic model are considered. The first one allows for a comparison between a multicultural and a "melting pot" society. The second one introduces population growth and studies the interplay between exogenous and endogenous changes in the minority's size.
In twenty-first century, migration to other parts of the world for education, job, and better lifestyle is inevitable. We Barbadians are not behind. Many Barbadians are moving to different countries for better lifestyle with their spouses and family members. Leaving behind culture, language and beloved ones is not so easy. .
Barbadians face numerous adversaries in foreign land. Teaching Barbadian culture while helping children to adopt new culture in a multi-cultural society seems impossible. Sometimes Barbadian culture is in conflict with foreign culture, which confuses children. Often parents try to stick with the tradition they are comfortable with and force children to follow their lead, which creates distance between children and parents. Open conversation between parents and children lurks away from the remoteness and dances around the comfortable issues. .
Undoubtedly, the most natural, intense, and steadfast of all-human association is the relationship between a parent and child. This relationship traditionally patterns the role of the parent as a teacher who is a guide of cultural behavior, values and attitudes that prepare children for effective participation in society upon maturity.