Migrants and Refugees

UNHCR Urges Action as Forced Displacement Hits All-Time High of 110 Million Folks!

The full-scale war in Ukraine, alongside other conflict and climate-driven upheaval, meant more people than ever remained uprooted from their homes last year, heightening the urgency for immediate, collective action to alleviate the global crisis, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) said on Wednesday.  

The agency’s flagship annual report found that by the end of 2022, the number of people displaced by war, persecution, violence, and human rights abuses stood at a record 108.4 million, up 19.1 million on the previous year – which was also a record increase.

The figure today, is approximately 110 million, taking into the account the Sudan displacement crisis which is still seeing thousands flee each week due to ongoing violence between the army and rival militia. 

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“These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes,” High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said.

Of the global total, 35.3 million were refugees, people who crossed an international
border to find safety, while a greater share, 58 per cent, representing 62.5 million
people – were internally displaced due to conflict and violence.

Global crises

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was the top driver of displacement in 2022. The number of refugees soared from 27,300 at the end of 2021, to 5.7 million at the end of 2022 – representing the fastest outflow of refugees anywhere since World War Two.

Estimates for the number of refugees from Afghanistan were sharply higher by the year’s end, due to revised estimates of Afghans hosted in Iran, many having arrived in previous years.

Similarly, the report reflected upward revisions by Colombia and Peru of the numbers of Venezuelans, mostly categorized as “other people in need of international protection,” hosted in those countries.

Urgent funding for host countries

The figures also show it remains the world’s low and middle-income countries, not wealthy states that host most displaced people.

The 46 least developed nations, account for less than 1.3 per cent of global gross domestic product, yet they hosted more than 20 per cent of all refugees, UNHCR said.

Funding for displacement and to support hosts, remained inadequate for 2022 and the same applies so far this year, the agency added.

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‘Responsibility sharing’ needed

“People around the world continue to show extraordinary hospitality for refugees as they extend protection and help to those in need,” Mr. Grandi added, “but much more international support and more equitable responsibility sharing is required, especially with those countries that are hosting most of the world’s displaced.

At the end of 2022, an estimated 4.4 million people worldwide were stateless or of undetermined nationality, a full two per cent more than at the end of 2021. 

The Global Trends in Forced Displacement 2022 report is being launched six months ahead of the second Global Refugee Forum, a major gathering in Geneva bringing together a range of actors to find new solutions for people forced to flee and their hosts, and to emphasize the importance of global solidarity in confronting the problem.

 

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Global Trends in Forced Displacement 2022.

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13 Comments

  1. Do you think the international community is effectively addressing the root causes that lead to such high numbers of forced displacement?

    1. It’s essential that the international community not only addresses the current crises but also focuses on tackling the root causes to prevent further escalation. Sustainable solutions are crucial to reducing the staggering numbers of forced displacement seen globally.

  2. “These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes,” High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said.

  3. “These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes,” High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said.

  4. These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes.

  5. Is there any specific plan outlined in the article to address the root causes of these forced displacements and help the affected individuals and families?

    1. Yes, the article mentions the urgency for immediate, collective action to alleviate this global crisis by addressing the root causes of forced displacements, such as full-scale wars, conflicts, climate-driven upheaval, and human rights abuses. The UNHCR’s call for action aims to provide assistance to the affected individuals and families by finding sustainable solutions to prevent further devastation and displacement.

  6. These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes.

  7. These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes,” High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said.

  8. These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes,” High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said. Of the global total, 35.3 million were refugees, people who crossed an international border to find safety, while a greater share, 58 per cent, representing 62.5

  9. Do you think the international community is doing enough to address the forced displacement crisis as highlighted in the article?

    1. I believe that the international community must step up its efforts to address the forced displacement crisis. It is crucial for nations to work together in providing assistance and solutions for those affected by conflicts and upheaval. Immediate action and solidarity are essential to tackle this pressing global issue.

  10. These figures show us that some people are far too quick to rush to conflict, and way too slow to find solutions. The consequence is devastation, displacement, and anguish for each of the millions of people forcibly uprooted from their homes,” High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said. Of the global total, 35.3 million were refugees, people who crossed an international border to find safety, while a greater share, 58 per cent, representing 62.5 million, were internally displaced persons within their own country. It’s critical that immediate, collective action is taken to address this unprecedented global crisis.

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