Activity Quote by Kenneth Bacon
“The challenge of ending displacement is inseparable from the challenge of establishing and maintaining peace. When wars end, farmers return to their fields; children return to school; violence against women declines; trade and economic activity resume; medical and other services become more accessible, and the international focus changes from relief to development and self-sufficiency. All this makes new wars less likely. It is a virtuous cycle that deserves nurture and support.”
About This Quote
Source Report: UN Refugee Agency, 2004
Ending displacement and establishing peace are linked; stable societies enable development, reducing future conflict.
In simple terms: Peace and stability stop displacement.
Key Takeaway
Support peace to end displacement.
Themes
peace
displacement
development
humanitarian
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
humanitarian
policy
When to use this quote
- return of refugees
- rebuilding schools
- reviving economies
- health service restoration
Key Concepts
conflict resolution
post‑war reconstruction
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies ensure lasting peace after war?
- How can displaced populations be reintegrated effectively?
A Different Perspective
Peace efforts can falter without sustained funding.
