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Across the world an increasing number of people are being forced to flee their homes. They are driven out by persecution for their political beliefs, targeted for ill treatment because of their ethnic group, or compelled to leave as a result of war or natural disaster. Some cross an international border and become refugees; others remain in their own country as internally displaced persons (IDPs). International law sets standards and locates responsibility for the welfare and protection of these people. It is important to know that refugees and IDPs have rights!
- The right to humanitarian assistance
- The right to protection from abuse
- The right to seek asylum