Physical displacement

Metadata

Category: Terminology
Recorded date: 2006-10-28 13:04
Tags: safeguards, IFC

Definition

The term physical displacement refers to relocation or loss of shelter.

Sources

European Bank "Performance Requirement 5" Environmental and Social Policy
International Finance Corporation. 2006. "Glossary of Terms." IFC Policy & Performance Standards and Guidance Notes. Washington D.C.: International Finance Corporation. [Accessed 1 November 2013]