resettlement

British  

/ riːˈsɛtəlmənt /

noun

1. 1. the act or instance of settling or being settled in another place

   2. ( as modifier )

      resettlement procedures

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Example Sentences

Others with knowledge of the resettlement program say the Afghan evacuees were screened thoroughly.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Highland region has previously housed people from Afghanistan, Ukraine and Syria under resettlement schemes.

From BBC

Under a contentious deal inked with Australia this year, the island nation will provide 30-year visas for up to 350 immigrants -- many convicted of serious crimes -- for resettlement on the barren atoll.

From Barron's

Because these groups were concentrated in specific counties and eligible for benefits through refugee programs, their trauma, resettlement stress and needs could be documented.

From Los Angeles Times

Government officials, however, insist that the resettlement plan is on track.

From BBC

Related Words

• exodus
• migration
• travel