Population displacement refers to the forced movement or relocation of people from their original homes due to various reasons such as conflict/war, natural disasters, development projects, or gentrification.
Related terms
Refugee: A person who has been forced to leave their country due to persecution, conflict, or violence.
Internally Displaced Person (IDP): Individuals who have been forced to flee their homes but remain within the borders of their own country.
Resettlement: The process of relocating individuals or communities to a new place with better living conditions after being displaced.