DukeImmerse students work together with faculty as a team across a single semester and in four classes that include a month of field research abroad to better understand implications of long term displacement and refugee well-being.
A recent study in severely conflict-affected districts of Sri Lanka showed that long-term displacement in IDP camps is negatively associated with well-being and mental health [ 12].
So at the moment we're trying to tackle a systemic problem which involves long-term displacement by very short-term appeals – often three months to six months – and a high level of unpredictability.
"History shows that technological advantages are going to cause long-term displacement in the labor markets".
Movies may not be high on lists of supplies needed by refugees, but for many people suffering the effects of war and long-term displacement, film screenings can be an all-too-rare source of diversion and psychological release, advocates say.
Around the world, drought, famine, violent conflict, and long-term displacement are a reality for millions of people.
UNICEF launches USD 1.4 billion appeal in response to most extreme crises Around the world, drought, famine, violent conflict, and long-term displacement are a reality for millions of people.
The protracted and violent nature of the conflicts in the Middle East has resulted in a large population of refugees facing long-term displacement, creating an unprecedented strain on host countries' health systems [ 9].
Long-term displacement requires longer-term solutions that go beyond traditional forms of humanitarian assistance.
New Zealand's decision is commendable for a number of reasons, including recognition by the immigration and protection tribunal of climate change as an important causal factor in long-term displacement and human wellbeing.
More than 300 people on welfare or fixed incomes are facing long-term displacement, officials said.
