The overall objective of the project is to develop solutions for protracted displacement situations (PDS) that are better tailored to the needs and capacities of persons affected by displacement. Current policies struggle to find solutions to forced displacement. Refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) are often stuck in ‘limbo’, i.e. living in situations of vulnerability, dependency and immobility, due to continuous cycles of displacement and a lack of durable options. The project will therefore aim at answering the questions whether and how PDS, dependency and vulnerability are related to the factors of connectivity and mobility. It will further look at how in turn, connectivity and mobility can be operationalized to enhance the self-reliance and resilience of displaced people.

The TRAFIG concept, the findings of comprehensive policy analyses, and empirical research in Africa, Asia and Europe will enable policy makers to effectively build upon displaced people’s own transnational strategies and experiences to find security, sustain their livelihoods and become resilient again.

Outcomes:

On the basis of its findings, the project will develop a rapid assessment tool in order to support policymakers and practitioners to enhance the self-reliance of displaced people as well as host-refugees relations through tailored programming and policy development.

The researchers aim to contribute to improving policies and humanitarian programs, hence making it easier to reach the goals of the Global Compact on Refugees. To ensure that they reach their goal, they will cooperate closely with key stakeholders throughout the entire life cycle of the project.