Forced migration in/out of Syria Flashcards
Changing populations
1
Q
What is the cause of major displacement in Syria?
A
Repression of the ruling Assad regime & the emergence of the Islamic fundamentalist group ISIS
2
Q
How many people were displaced?
A
14M people
3
Q
How many internally displaced people are there in Syria?
A
7M
4
Q
What are the consequences for the neighbouring countries as a result of significant migration?
A
Most refugees are in need of aid for survival. Strain on the health and education services.
5
Q
How many Syrian children did Lebanese schools have to provide places for?
A
100,000. There are now more Syrian children than Lebanese children in the schools.
6
Q
What fraction of Syrians make up the population of Lebanon?
A
1/4 of the population
