Latin America & The Caribbean

WATCH: Redefining Masculinity in Latin America

HIAS’ positive masculinities program seeks to work with men in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru to deconstruct and question harmful gender stereotypes that result in the perpetuation of gender-based violence (GBV).

In Mexico, an All-Woman Team Supports Survivors

An all-woman team of HIAS staff is providing services to refugees that have experienced gender-based violence (GBV), including individuals from the LGBTQ+ community. The team is uniquely positioned to assist refugees subject to more extreme forms of persecution. “I’m really proud to work with the team here. A group of women has a different perspective, because of our lived experiences,” said Paula Garcia, the GBV officer for HIAS Mexico. “My colleagues and I support each other a lot and work together very collaboratively.”

Inspiring Refugee Women from Latin America

It’s far from easy leaving your home because you fear persecution. Many refugees leave from one day to another, leaving many of their loved ones and belongings behind. At HIAS, we celebrate the stories of refugee women from Latin America and the Caribbean who are overcoming these challenges to build a new life abroad.

From chefs to entrepreneurs to activists, these women are finding hope, resilience, and courage in the most challenging circumstances.

HIAS’ work in Latin America and the Caribbean is supported by the following donors and partners:

UNHCR, PRM, AECID, Airbnb, BHA, ECHO, GIZ, Global Affairs Canada, Hilton Foundation, and INTPA

HIAS is proud to be part of regional coordination mechanisms and fora, including:

R4V Platform, REDLAC, LAC Intersectoral MHPSS Collaborative Group, Girls Not Brides, Coalition LAC RMD, Regional Network of Civil Organizations for Migration, ICVA, MIRPS, and Quito Process