Topic: Latin America

Nov 7, 2024

In Ecuador, children are victims of a never-ending cycle of violence which claimed 770 lives under 19 in 2023.

Oct 11, 2024

Through the Journeys (Trayectos) program, HIAS and UN women will work to promote the empowerment of women.

Sep 24, 2024

Lyn left her country as a child. Now, she works with refugees in Guyana to help them find employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Aug 26, 2024

Yoerli's life changed in early 2021. Now, she's living in Costa Rica, where she works for HIAS.

Aug 19, 2024

A joint operation between HIAS and other organizations offers relief to tens of thousands of people crossing the perilous Darien Gap.

Aug 15, 2024

Thanks to HIAS, Susana Baron and her family survived the Holocaust and built enriching lives in South America.

Jul 8, 2024

Andrea is a single mother who had no way to look after her children and parents in her home country. She received support through the HIAS AECID program in Panama, and is feeling hopeful about the future.

Jul 3, 2024

Here’s how some of our country offices celebrated World Refugee Day this year, and how they decided to show displaced people that they’re not alone.