Topic: Panama
HIAS has been operating in Panama since 2010. HIAS Panama supports refugees and migrants at risk of gender-based violence in the Darién Gap and on the border with Costa Rica. In Panama City, HIAS runs mental health and economic inclusion programs to support displaced people to integrate into host communities and achieve self-reliance.
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Nov 29, 2023
María Sánchez: “I Want To Make People Smile”
Nov 29, 2023
A daughter of refugees herself, Maria Sanchez now devotes her time to serving migrants making the journey across the Darién Gap.
Sep 7, 2023
In the Darién, Refugees Receive Help All Along the Way
Sep 7, 2023
HIAS' cross-border programs ensure that displaced people — particularly GBV survivors and those from the LGBTQ community — get support throughout their journeys.
Nov 23, 2022
Jan 5, 2022
HIAS Panama Celebrates Decade of Change
Jan 5, 2022
HIAS Panama has had a lot of changes since it began operations 10 years ago.
Oct 27, 2021
Desperation Drives Thousands Through Darién Gap
Oct 27, 2021
...We can provide mental health for women and children. We need to scale up operations given the dimension of the humanitarian needs.” After they have crossed the jungle of Darién,...
Oct 8, 2021
Protecting Refugees in Both Body and Mind
Oct 8, 2021
On World Mental Health Day hear about the dedication of HIAS staff.
Jun 23, 2021
A High-Level Visit for HIAS Offices in Panama and Ecuador
Jun 23, 2021
UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi met with HIAS clients in Panama and Ecuador.
Nov 20, 2020
Trying to Help Refugees into the Workplace? Now There’s an App for That.
Nov 20, 2020
It’s often hard for refugees to find jobs, but what if there were an app to help them? HIAS is now partnering with SkillLab to promote economic integration for refugees in Ecuador, Peru, and Panama.
Sep 29, 2020
HIAS Leaders Speak at UNHCR Forum For NGOs
Sep 29, 2020
HIAS's international program teams played a key role at the 2020 UNHCR-NGO Global Annual Consultations.
Aug 12, 2020
Cell Phones Become a Lifeline For Refugees Struggling With Mental Health
Aug 12, 2020
As therapy sessions become phone calls and support groups become WhatsApp group texts, HIAS clients count on phones, chat apps, and even social media to stay in touch with counselors and peers.