Réfugié(e)
Definition
A réfugié(e) is a person who has been forced to leave their home country due to persecution, war, or violence and seeks protection in another country.
Analogy
Imagine you are playing a game of hide-and-seek, but instead of hiding from your friends, you are hiding from something dangerous. You have to leave your hiding spot and find a safe place where you can be protected.
Related terms
Asile politique: This term refers to political asylum, which is the protection granted by a country to someone who has fled their home country due to political persecution.
Droit d'asile: This term refers to the right of asylum, which is the principle that individuals have the right to seek and enjoy protection in another country if they are at risk in their own country.
Migration forcée: This term refers to forced migration, which is when people are compelled to leave their homes due to factors such as conflict, natural disasters, or human rights violations.
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