This chapter looks at the impacts of internal displacement on politics at different levels of governance, on the opportunities of internally displaced persons (IDPs) for civic participation, and on armed conflict and conflict resolution. It notes that most IDPs live in towns and cities rather than in camps, meaning that engagement with local authorities is essential for managing internal displacement. It also looks at civic participation by IDPs as both a right and a necessity, and how electoral participation, especially in cases of protracted displacement, poses complex questions about voting locations and the balance between IDPs’ ties to their home constituencies and host communities. And it discusses how conflict-induced displacement can exacerbate existing tensions by altering social dynamics or providing grounds for militarization, while disaster-induced displacement shows varied impacts, often dependent on the type and onset speed of the disaster. It notes how displacement situations can become contentious political symbols, as governments may leverage IDPs to assert territorial claims or sustain political narratives. It argues that understanding the intricate interplay between internal displacement and these broader societal dimensions is critical for crafting effective policies and durable solutions.