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Forced Displacement

Definition

Forced displacement refers to the involuntary movement of individuals or groups from their homes or habitual residence due to factors such as conflict, persecution, or human rights violations. It involves being forced to flee and seek refuge in another location.

Analogy

Imagine you're at a party that suddenly becomes chaotic and unsafe. You are forcefully pushed out of the party and have to find a new place where you can feel secure and protected.

Related terms

Refugee: A refugee is a person who has been forced to leave their country due to well-founded fears of persecution, conflict, or violence.

Internally Displaced Person (IDP): An internally displaced person is someone who has been forced to flee their home but remains within the borders of their own country.

Asylum Seeker: An asylum seeker is an individual who has left their home country and applied for protection as a refugee in another country.