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Reverse migration to rural areas of origin in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic

Year of publication 2021

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 19 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Policy brief

ISBN 978-92-5-134407-1

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) This note provides an overview of available evidence on return migration to rural areas due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the related implications for migrant workers and their families and communities of origin, as well as government response measures that have been taken. The inclusion of returnees and consideration of their socio-economic needs in the COVID-19 response and recovery measures is essential, regardless of registration of residence, migratory or working status. The immediate vulnerabilities of rural returnees and their families need to be addressed, while also investing in medium-to-long-term socio-economic objectives, to allow those who want to stay in rural areas to build sustainable livelihoods.

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FAO. 2021. Reverse migration to rural areas of origin in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rome.

https://doi.org/10.4060/cb4712en

Language English

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