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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Ecuador
HIAS and UN Women collaborate on the Caminando project to promote economic empowerment and women's rights. (Luis Felipe Camacho for HIAS)
Country Director
Maricela Parra
Office Locations
Ambato, Cuenca, El Coca, Esmeraldas, Guayaquil, Huaquillas, Ibarra, Lago Agrio, Manta, Machala, Quito, San Lorenzo, Santo Domingo, Tulcán
Founded
2003
Staff Size
430
Ecuador is currently hosting approximately 545,770 refugees and migrants, of whom 474,945 are from Venezuela. The country is also host to refugees and migrants from Colombia, Haiti, and Peru.
HIAS works to build development processes and protective environments that promote the well-being, recognition of rights, and comprehensive inclusion of refugees, migrants, and the host community in Ecuador.
HIAS works with government institutions, partner agencies, and the private sector to promote inclusion and the development of sustainable livelihoods through community-based programs and humanitarian assistance. HIAS’ strategy in Ecuador focuses on a case management approach that provides families with personalized and comprehensive assistance.
3,815
people were part of economic inclusion and employment support activities in 2021
Our Work
In Ecuador, HIAS works hand-in-hand with government institutions, partner agencies, and the private sector to promote social and economic inclusion and the development of sustainable livelihoods through community-based psychosocial support and humanitarian assistance. HIAS’ strategy in Ecuador focuses on a case management approach that provides families with personalized and comprehensive assistance.
We provide legal services and support, including free legal representation for asylum seekers so that everyone around the world, including displaced people, can have equal access to their legal rights.
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Our economic inclusion programs ensure that refugees have economic opportunities to earn sustainable income and start their lives anew.
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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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Nov 02, 2023
Now I Know It’s Violence
Nov 02, 2023
Impact Story
Helping Refugees Find Housing & Community in Ecuador
Since 2018, Airbnb has partnered with HIAS to provide temporary housing for refugees and other displaced people in a number of countries, including Ecuador — which hosts thousands of people displaced by crises in Venezuela, Colombia, and other countries.
HIAS’ services are free. If someone tries to charge you for services claiming they represent HIAS, please report it at our confidential email address: ethics@hias.org. HIAS has a zero-tolerance policy on fraud and corruption.
For any other inquiries please email us at info@hias.org.
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