We work to protect the right of women, girls, and LGBTQ communities to access their full potential and live free from violence by supporting survivors, mitigating risks, and transforming beliefs that perpetuate GBV.
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Aruba
During the 'Breaking Down Stigmas' event, HIAS staff and volunteers distributed flyers to raise awareness on sexual and reproductive health, HIV, and GBV prevention. December 11, 2022 in Oranjestad, Aruba. (Fergje Arrias for HIAS Aruba)
Country Director
Francesco Volpi
Office Location
Oranjestad
Founded
2019
Staff Size
32
Contact
+297 730 7770
With a population of just over 110,000, Aruba hosts an estimated 17,000 Venezuelan refugees and migrants, among other people affected by displacement. Limited assistance is provided to displaced people in Aruba, particularly in terms of legal recognition of their status.
In response to this, HIAS has designed programs that aim to foster inclusion and integration. HIAS serves vulnerable groups, including single women, women-headed households, survivors of gender-based violence (GBV), older people, people with disabilities and serious medical conditions, and LGBTQ+ people.
Remote Services Across the Caribbean
The Caribbean region has historically experienced significant mixed migratory flows. In recent years, thousands of people have arrived to Caribbean island states and overseas territories seeking safety and opportunities.
In this context, HIAS has designed a flexible remote program that seeks to empower asylum seekers and refugees by providing individual psychosocial support, economic inclusion activities, and the provision of cash and voucher assistance (CVA) to allow recipients to access basic services.
200+
refugees and asylum seekers currently receiving support through our remote services program across the Caribbean
Our Work
In Aruba, HIAS assesses and responds to the needs of vulnerable people affected by displacement by empowering them to manage potential risks and to live in dignity and safety. HIAS Aruba promotes local integration by providing and increasing access to basic services and rights.
HIAS’ community-based mental health programs promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities affected by crisis and conflict so they can heal and rebuild their lives.
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We work to protect the right of women, girls, and LGBTQ communities to access their full potential and live free from violence by supporting survivors, mitigating risks, and transforming beliefs that perpetuate GBV.
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Impact Story
Localization in the Caribbean
Our Caribbean Remote Services program supports asylum seekers and refugees across 17 islands with vital services and long-term assistance.
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Estephanie Britton, Program Specialist, and Oscarly Garcia, Program Manager for the Remote Caribbean Services Program run by HIAS and UNHCR, pose for a portrait outside the HIAS Aruba office. April 11, 2024. (Daniel Alvarez Roldan/HIAS)
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