Task 6. Translate the sentences into English.

Settling in a new region poses many challenges, and there are some that are common experiences for migrants across the globe.

1. It's no great surprise that language tops the list of issues facing immigrants to any country. Being able to communicate (or not) affects every area of life in which we have to interact with others.

2. The next barrier that many new immigrants commonly cite when starting life in a new country is finding suitable employment. Many new immigrants face two particular problems: getting their credentials recognized and relevant local work experience.

3. A big priority for anybody moving to a new area or country is to secure housing. Lack of local knowledge or how the housing market works in the new country can present problems. 

4. Access to transportation can be essential in that it will make access to education and employment far easier. Immigrants face particular problems in this respect on two levels.

Firstly, the driver’s license may not be recognized in the new country, which means there may be costs associated with becoming qualified. Secondly, that language barrier can, again, make understanding or even finding useful local public transit services a hard task.

5. Many immigrants report that, on arrival, it is the cultural differences that really make a big impression. This can range from social customs to more significant issues such as attitudes towards gender, religious diversity, ethnicity and sexuality, which can all be vastly different in a new country. This can raise a host of problems for both immigrants and the people they interact with. It can also lead to a sense of isolation for immigrants and even affect mental health negatively. It is important to accept that values will be different and that this is something that you cannot control. 

6. Missing the support of friends, family and extended social circles is a big factor for most migrants. Those who come from societies where traditional support structures within communities are strong can find that they feel lost, alienated and disorientated when moving to a Western country where individualism is often prized over family.