Topic: Costa Rica

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Jan 30, 2026

As Migration Patterns Shift, HIAS’ Support Remains Steadfast

HIAS Colombia staff provide emergency support to Tatiana* and her family while in transit in Capurgana, Colombia on June 17, 2025. (HIAS Colombia) *Name changed for safety. Asylum seekers and migrants in Latin America are being forced into a “reverse migration” south due to increasingly restrictive U.S. policies.

Aug 26, 2024

Refugees Supporting Refugees: Yoerli, Costa Rica

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

Jul 8, 2024

Across Latin America, HIAS and AECID Provide Humanitarian Support

Across Latin America, HIAS and AECID Provide Humanitarian Support 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

Solidarity Shines Through on World Refugee Day

Solidarity Shines Through on World Refugee Day 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.

May 21, 2024

Meet Costa Rica’s GBV Expert, Jeacqueline Ocampo

Meet Costa Rica’s GBV Expert, Jeacqueline Ocampo Jeacqueline works in Los Chiles to provide women, children, and LGBTQ+ people with GBV prevention and response services.

May 15, 2024

A Wage Employment Program That Makes a Lasting Difference

A Wage Employment Program That Makes a Lasting Difference When Rosario fled to Costa Rica, she never imagined that she'd be where she is today. Now, she's got a stable job and is buying a house.

Apr 25, 2024

In Costa Rica, A Legal Team Helps Refugees Start New Lives 

In Costa Rica, A Legal Team Helps Refugees Start New Lives  Our team of expert lawyers support people fleeing from persecution to obtain asylum, work permits, and more in Costa Rica.

Mar 4, 2024

Inspiring Refugees to Know for International Women’s Day

Inspiring Refugees to Know for International Women’s Day In honor of International Women's Day, we honor inspiring refugee women who fled their home countries and built new lives abroad.

Jul 31, 2023

A Refugee Explores Her Culinary Passion in Costa Rica

A Refugee Explores Her Culinary Passion in Costa Rica After fleeing to Costa Rica from her native Nicaragua, Erika Sanchez opened her own restaurant through the help of HIAS' Graduation Model Approach.

Jun 30, 2023

World Refugee Day: A Global Look Back

World Refugee Day: A Global Look Back Many HIAS offices across the globe commemorated World Refugee Day with activities, learning, and celebration.

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