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The Impact of Disasters on Displacement

The Impact of Disasters on Displacement

This training program is a specialized initiative designed to explore the intricate relationship between natural disasters and internal displacement, with a primary focus on the social and economic dynamics of this phenomenon in the Global South. The program aims to strengthen the capacities of local organizations operating in these regions, as they are often on the front lines of responding to displacement caused by disasters such as floods, droughts, and storms—which together displaced 26.4 million people in 2023 alone. The program discusses how to design effective interventions to support internally displaced persons (IDPs), including camp management, protection, and accountability in fragile and conflict-affected environments impacted by climate change. It draws on case studies from regions such as East Africa and South Asia, where displacement is exacerbated by the intersection of disasters and conflicts, increasing health and economic risks for the displaced. Furthermore, the program highlights the role of local organizations in redistributing power in favor of displaced communities themselves, through participatory mechanisms such as victims’ councils in Colombia or steering committees in Libya, to ensure sustainable and locally driven responses.

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Last Update 11/26/2025
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The Impact of Disasters on Displacement

About this course

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  •  Understand the relationship between disasters and internal displacement, including different forms such as displacement caused by natural, environmental, or conflict-related factors.
  • Analyze the social, economic, and political dynamics that generate or exacerbate displacement in the Global South.
  •  Identify the stages of displacement and the changing needs of displaced persons throughout each phase.
  •  Design effective humanitarian interventions that respond to IDP needs while respecting local cultural and social contexts.
  • Manage camps and temporary settlements in line with quality and humanitarian accountability standards.
  • Apply protection and accountability principles and ensure the active participation of affected communities in decision-making processes.
  •  Strengthen the capacities of local organizations in planning, coordination, and response to displacement within resource-constrained environments.

Target Audience

The program is primarily aimed at individuals and entities working within local organizations in the Global South, which are often responsible for the initial response to displacement. Target groups include:

  • Staff of local NGOs and civil society organizations in countries such as Ethiopia, Pakistan, and Somalia, who work directly with displaced populations.
  • Municipal and local government officials responsible for disaster and displacement management, as seen in local collaboration models across Africa.
  • Community and displacement leaders, including women and ethnic minorities, to foster self-representation and inclusive participation.
  •  Representatives of international organizations partnering with local actors, seeking to enhance local ownership and autonomy.
  •  Local researchers and trainers interested in developing displacement policies within the context of climate change.
  • Governmental or non-governmental institutions in Qatar.
  •  Students and individuals in Qatari institutions.
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The Impact of Disasters on Displacement
About this course

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  •  Understand the relationship between disasters and internal displacement, including different forms such as displacement caused by natural, environmental, or conflict-related factors.
  • Analyze the social, economic, and political dynamics that generate or exacerbate displacement in the Global South.
  •  Identify the stages of displacement and the changing needs of displaced persons throughout each phase.
  •  Design effective humanitarian interventions that respond to IDP needs while respecting local cultural and social contexts.
  • Manage camps and temporary settlements in line with quality and humanitarian accountability standards.
  • Apply protection and accountability principles and ensure the active participation of affected communities in decision-making processes.
  •  Strengthen the capacities of local organizations in planning, coordination, and response to displacement within resource-constrained environments.

Target Audience

The program is primarily aimed at individuals and entities working within local organizations in the Global South, which are often responsible for the initial response to displacement. Target groups include:

  • Staff of local NGOs and civil society organizations in countries such as Ethiopia, Pakistan, and Somalia, who work directly with displaced populations.
  • Municipal and local government officials responsible for disaster and displacement management, as seen in local collaboration models across Africa.
  • Community and displacement leaders, including women and ethnic minorities, to foster self-representation and inclusive participation.
  •  Representatives of international organizations partnering with local actors, seeking to enhance local ownership and autonomy.
  •  Local researchers and trainers interested in developing displacement policies within the context of climate change.
  • Governmental or non-governmental institutions in Qatar.
  •  Students and individuals in Qatari institutions.
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