Youth Emigration from Russia: Scale, Channels, Consequences

In article tendencies of emigration of the Russian youth in the 1990–2010th are considered. On the basis of statistical and sociological methods of research channels of traveling abroad and also the prospects of homecoming are discussed. The characteristic of three channels of emigration of young Russians is given: emigration on the permanent basis and educational and labor emigration. Transformation of temporary forms of emigration in migration for the permanent residence is shown. Estimates of number of the young people who have left Russia are given, their contribution to demographic losses of the country is estimated. Indirect measures of state policy for involvement of youth in economy of Russia are proposed.