Global Migration Vocabulary

noun a person who has been forced to leave their home or country, typically because of war, persecution, or natural disaster

• The United Nations provides aid and support to displaced persons around the world.
• My cousin is a displaced person who had to leave their home due to a natural disaster.
• I heard that new guy at school is a displaced person from out of town.
• After the company merger, many employees felt like displaced persons in the new office environment.

noun A person of African descent living in Europe, or a person of mixed African and European heritage.

adjective Relating to or characteristic of people of African descent living in Europe, or of mixed African and European heritage.

• The term Afropean refers to people of African descent living in Europe.
• My friend is Afropean, her parents are from Nigeria but she was born and raised in London.
• Some Afropeans prefer to identify as Black Europeans.
• The Afropean experience is a unique blend of African and European cultures.

noun a person of African descent living in or coming from the Caribbean region

• The government has implemented programs to support the integration of afro-caribbeans into society.
• I have many afro-caribbean friends who are incredibly talented and hardworking.
• Some people mistakenly assume all afro-caribbeans are good at dancing and singing.
• The cultural influence of afro-caribbeans can be seen in various aspects of music and art.