Forced Migration and the Syrian Refugee Crisis

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to forced migration and the Syrian refugee crisis, aiding in understanding the core issues and definitions associated with this significant global challenge.

Forced Migration

A type of migration where a person must leave a place due to threats to their life or wellbeing.

Refugee

A person who has been forced to leave their country due to persecution, conflict, or violence.

Internally Displaced Person (IDP)

A person who has been forced to flee their home but remains within their country's borders.

Syrian Refugee Crisis

An ongoing humanitarian crisis resulting from the armed conflict in Syria, which has led to millions of refugees and internally displaced persons.

Demographic Change

Alterations in the population structure over time, influenced by migration patterns and other factors.

Displacement

The process of people being forced to vacate their homes or communities, often due to conflict or disaster.

Global Interactions

The ways in which countries and communities engage with one another on various matters, including migration.

Humanitarian Assistance

Support provided to individuals and communities in crisis situations, aimed at preserving human life and alleviating suffering.

Push Factors

Conditions that drive people to leave their home country or region, such as conflict, persecution, or disaster.

Pull Factors

Attractions or advantages in another location that draw migrants, such as safety, employment opportunities, or better living conditions.

SEEP Framework

A model used to categorize the impacts of migration into social, economic, environmental, and political aspects.

UNHCR

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, an agency dedicated to protecting and supporting refugees and displaced people.