Forced migration is the movement of people who do not have a choice about leaving their homes. It has occurred in many parts of the world and across different time periods. People are often moved under pressure or danger.

The transatlantic slave trade between the 1500s and 1800s forced millions of Africans to travel across the Atlantic Ocean. In modern times, people may flee war, conflict, or persecution. Journeys can be long and difficult, often involving unsafe travel conditions.

Forced migration is recorded in historical documents, government data, and international reports. It is studied to understand large-scale movements of people and their experiences.