Types of Global Crisis and Refugee Situations

Flashcards covering the types of global crises, their characteristics, and related concepts such as refugee situations and international obligations.

Crisis

A situation characterized by urgent and significant danger requiring immediate attention.

Urgency

The state or condition of requiring swift action or attention due to imminent threat.

Magnitude

The severity or extent of a crisis and the potential damage it can cause.

Complexity

The intricate and multifaceted nature of problems, often referred to as 'wicked problems' that have no simple solutions.

Military Crisis

A type of global crisis involving war, invasion, or occupation.

Economic Crisis

A type of global crisis characterized by events like global recessions, financial instability, or trade wars.

Environmental Crisis

A global crisis involving climate change, pollution, and threats to water security and biodiversity.

Health Crisis

A situation such as a pandemic or bioweapon attack that has widespread implications for public health.

Food Crisis

A severe situation where famine or widespread food insecurity occurs.

Migration Crisis

A situation characterized by large movements of people, including refugees fleeing conflict or persecution.

Global Solutions

Collaborative efforts among nations to address and resolve global issues that transcend national boundaries.

National Interests

The goals and priorities of a country, often focused on the welfare of its own citizens.

Global Interests

The collective needs and aims of the international community that may conflict with national interests.

UNHCR

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the agency responsible for protecting and supporting refugees worldwide.

Asylum Seeker

An individual who seeks international protection from persecution in their home country.

Non-refoulement

A principle of international law that prohibits returning refugees or asylum seekers to countries where they are at risk of persecution.

Refugee Convention

An international treaty that defines the rights of refugees and the responsibilities of nations to protect them.