Impacts of internally displaced populations on their host communities

This K4DD Rapid Evidence Review explores the impact of displaced populations on host communities.

The presence of displaced populations generally has positive or neutral economic impacts on host communities but can negatively affect health, education, environment, and security. Effects vary, creating ‘winners’ and ‘losers’ among host community segments, often harming disadvantaged groups like women. Labour markets experience mixed impacts, with job competition balanced by increased demand. Prices may rise or fall, while business growth often benefits. Environmental pressures and health system demands typically increase, with security impacts remaining mixed and socially perceived. Social cohesion is contingent on economic conditions and inter-group relations.