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An introduction to migration terminology

Written by Sabrina Axster & Arielle Kandel The terminology around migration can be confusing, especially if one is not directly involved with the topic. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has tried to provide some clarity with its glossary of terms. Even though this is a good starting point, every country uses different definitions, which quickly becomes complicated. Drawing on the definitions put forward by the IOM and by the Department of Homeland Security — the main US government body to...

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Doing the math on refugees

Written by Sabrina Axster   According to UNHCR estimates, there were over 16 million refugees worldwide by the end of 2013. But what does that actually mean? Where do refugees come from and where do they live?  Here, we break down the numbers and take a look  at which countries host the largest numbers of refugees.   More people were forced to flee their homes in 2013 than in any year since World War II According to the UN High...