Internally displaced persons, new displacement associated with disasters (number of cases)

This indicator captures the annual count of new displacement incidents resulting from disasters, reflecting the urgent reality faced by those compelled to abandon their homes due to natural or human-induced calamities. Defined by the 1998 Guiding Principles, internally displaced individuals remain within their national borders, fleeing to escape the ravages of conflict, violence, or unforeseen disasters. The focus on “new displacement” emphasizes the dynamic nature of these situations, as individuals may experience multiple displacements throughout their lives, thus capturing the ongoing challenges of stabilization and recovery. By monitoring new cases, this indicator provides critical insights into the scale and frequency of disaster-related displacement, informing humanitarian response efforts and policy-making aimed at safeguarding vulnerable populations. Source: