The Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement

The Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement outline the rights and protections for people forced to flee their homes within their own country due to conflict, disasters, or persecution. They emphasize that displaced individuals should be treated with dignity, have access to safety, essential services, and assistance, and be able to return or find safety without pressure or discrimination. These principles serve as a framework for governments and organizations to ensure displaced persons are supported and their rights respected during and after displacement, promoting stability, reconstruction, and respect for human dignity.