Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
refoulement
Noun
/rəˈfuːlmɑːnt/
Definition
The practice of returning refugees or asylum seekers to a country where they are likely to face persecution or serious harm.
Examples
- Many organizations advocate against refoulement practices to protect vulnerable groups.
- The government’s policy of refoulement has drawn criticism from human rights activists.
Meaning
Refoulement is a principle in international law that prohibits the expulsion or return of individuals to places where they may suffer danger, particularly for those fleeing violence or oppression.
Synonyms
- Non-refoulement
- Return prohibition
- Protection obligation
