1Alan Silburn MPH FAWM, 2F. Tanvir, 3J. Ton, 4N. Lathigara, 5R. Ashraf, 6J. Arndell
1,2,3,4,5,6 Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, 2560, NSW, Australia
DOI : https://doi.org/10.47191/ijmra/v7-i01-36Google Scholar Download Pdf
ABSTRACT:
This article addresses the pressing issue of refugee and asylum seeker distribution, highlighting the flaws in current policies that rely on a limited number of countries to bear the burden of refugees. It proposes a globally unified approach coordi-nated by the United Nations, utilizing an algorithm based on GDP, population density, and habitable land size to ensure equitable distribution. The paper emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive strategy that includes incentive-based systems, long-term planning, and holistic assessments to create a fair and humane refugee distribution process.
KEYWORDS:refugee distribution, United Nations, global refugee crisis, equitable distribution, humanitarian aid strategy
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