Effects of Migration and Displacement on Human Rights and Development in Sub-Saharan African
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https://doi.org/10.47604/jir.2349Keywords:
Migration, Displacement, Human Rights, DevelopmentAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate effects of migration and displacement on human rights and development
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Migration and displacement profoundly affect human rights and development, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated action at local, national, and international levels to ensure the protection and well-being of all individuals affected by these processes.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Human rights-based approach (HRBA), structural violence theory & transnationalism theory may be used to anchor future studies effects of migration and displacement on human rights and development. Implement robust human rights monitoring mechanisms in migration and displacement contexts, ensuring that individuals' rights are safeguarded throughout their journey. Develop and enforce policies that explicitly incorporate a human rights-based approach to migration and displacement. States should ratify and implement relevant international conventions, ensuring the rights of migrants and displaced persons are respected.
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