Resettlement: meaning, definitions and examples

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resettlement

 

[ riːˈsɛt·lmənt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

forced migration

The act of moving people from one place to another, especially when this is done by a government or authority. Resettlement may occur due to various reasons such as conflict, natural disasters, or development projects.

Synonyms

migration, relocation, relocation

Examples of usage

  • Thousands of refugees faced resettlement after the war.
  • The government announced a resettlement program for those affected by the flood.
Context #2 | Noun

housing policy

The process of establishing new homes or communities for individuals or families, often with the aim of improving living conditions or social integration. Resettlement projects may involve the construction of new housing, infrastructure, and support services.

Synonyms

rehabilitation, rehousing, relocation

Examples of usage

  • The government initiated a resettlement project to improve living standards in the rural areas.
  • The resettlement of marginalized communities is a key focus of the urban development plan.

Translations

Translations of the word "resettlement" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reassentamento

🇮🇳 पुनर्वास

🇩🇪 Umsiedlung

🇮🇩 pemukiman kembali

🇺🇦 переселення

🇵🇱 przesiedlenie

🇯🇵 再定住

🇫🇷 réinstallation

🇪🇸 reasentamiento

🇹🇷 yeniden yerleşim

🇰🇷 재정착

🇸🇦 إعادة التوطين

🇨🇿 přesídlení

🇸🇰 presídlenie

🇨🇳 重新安置

🇸🇮 preselitev

🇮🇸 endursetning

🇰🇿 қоныс аудару

🇬🇪 გადმოსახლება

🇦🇿 yenidən yerləşdirmə

🇲🇽 reasentamiento

Word origin

The concept of resettlement dates back to ancient times when communities were relocated due to various reasons such as wars, natural disasters, or economic opportunities. In the modern context, resettlement has become a key component of addressing issues related to displacement, urbanization, and development. The practice of resettlement has evolved over time with a greater emphasis on human rights, community participation, and sustainable development.

See also: resettle, settled, settlement, settler, settlers, unsettle, unsettled, unsettling.