- The Refugees and Migrants report indicated that another risk factor in the migrant population is gender violence and human trafficking, which accounts for more than 30% | Main photo: EFE
The Interagency Coordination Platform for Refugees and Migrants (R4V) recently published an analysis on the main needs of Venezuelans abroad, which showed that 4.2 million lack integration and housing.
According to the report, the main needs of Venezuelan migrants and refugees are: integration, with 61.4%; housing, with 57.3%; while 54.4% need protection.
“These needs reflect the priorities of refugees and migrants in their daily lives, and point to effective integration, through formal employment, a safe and stable home, enough food on their tables and education so that their daughters and sons have a better future, none of which is feasible if they are in an irregular situation,” reads the report published on the website of R4V.
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Other needs expressed include access to health (52.8%); food security (41.9%); drinking water (38.2%); humanitarian transport (31.4%); child protection (10.1%); education (9.4%); and nutrition (7.4%).
Regarding issues of abuse, 34.6% said they were victims of gender violence, while 25.7% said they had been victims of human trafficking.
The needs report highlights the particular vulnerability of irregular migrants and refugees, new arrivals and those in transit, showing that many of them cannot access the basic rights and services necessary to lead a dignified life,” the publication says.
The destination countries of the Venezuelan migrants who participated in the study were: Colombia, Chile, Brazil, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, Paraguay, several Caribbean islands and other Central American nations.
Venezuelan migrants
In June 2024, R4V updated the number of Venezuelan migrants in the world and those in countries on the American continent.
The organization reported that 7.77 million Venezuelans have emigrated. Of that total, 6.59 million are in other countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.
These figures correspond to the total number of Venezuelan migrants, refugees and asylum seekers in host countries assessed by the R4V platform. The organization’s report clarifies that this figure is not necessarily accepted by the United Nations (UN).
Since the update published in November 2023, the list has seen an increase of 51,915 new migrants.
Almost 70% of Venezuelan migrants have regularized their status
The Interagency Coordination Platform for Refugees and Migrants indicated that 68% of Venezuelan refugees and migrants, equivalent to approximately 4.5 million people, managed to obtain regular status.
However, 2.2 million remain in an irregular situation, due to high costs, strict entry and visa requirements and complex legal processes, according to R4V.
“Many of these people are unable to access the basic rights and services necessary to lead a dignified life. Discrimination and growing xenophobia further complicate their lives and contribute to their decision to leave, often by dangerous and irregular routes,” the document added.
The R4V report stressed that “limited” financial resources and rental prices, along with the often unattainable request for documentation (especially for those in an irregular situation), were identified as the main obstacles to obtaining safe and adequate housing.
The organization also identified that the risk of eviction and homelessness affects one in five Venezuelans at their destination, while one in two Venezuelan households in the region (52%) live in housing with inadequate and unsustainable conditions in the long term.
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2024-09-07 13:55:07
Venezuela refugee crisis explained
The Venezuelan Refugee Crisis: A Comprehensive Overview
The Venezuelan refugee crisis is one of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time, with millions of Venezuelans fleeing their home country due to political strife, human rights abuses, and economic instability. According to the United Nations, nearly 8 million Venezuelans have fled the country since 2014, with many more expected to follow in the coming years [1[1[1[1].
Causes of the Crisis
The roots of the Venezuelan refugee crisis can be traced back to the country’s political and economic instability. Since 2014, Venezuela has been plagued by political strife, human rights abuses, and economic collapse, leading to widespread poverty, hunger, and insecurity. The country’s once-booming economy has been crippled by hyperinflation, making it difficult for citizens to access basic necessities like food and medicine.
Vulnerable Populations
The Interagency Coordination Platform for Refugees and Migrants (R4V) recently published a report highlighting the main needs of Venezuelan migrants and refugees. The report shows that 61.4% of Venezuelan migrants and refugees need integration, 57.3% need housing, and 54.4% need protection. Other needs expressed include access to health, food security, drinking water, humanitarian transport, child protection, education, and nutrition.
The report also highlights the particular vulnerability of irregular migrants and refugees, new arrivals, and those in transit. Many of these individuals cannot access basic rights and services necessary to lead a dignified life, making them even more vulnerable to exploitation and abuse.
Risk Factors
Gender violence and human trafficking are significant risk factors for Venezuelan migrants and refugees. According to the report, 34.6% of respondents said they were victims of gender violence, while 25.7% said they had been victims of human trafficking. These statistics are alarming, and highlighting the need for urgent action to protect these vulnerable populations.
International Response
The international community has responded to the Venezuelan refugee crisis with a mix of humanitarian aid and diplomatic efforts. Organizations like the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have been working tirelessly to provide aid and assistance to Venezuelan migrants and refugees.
In 2023, a record 520,000 migrants crossed the Darién Gap, with Venezuelans making up almost 63% of all migrants [2[2[2[2]. This surge in migration has put a strain on countries in the region, highlighting the need for a coordinated international response to address the crisis.
Conclusion
The Venezuelan refugee crisis is a complex and multifaceted issue that requires a comprehensive and coordinated response from the international community. With millions of Venezuelans fleeing their home country, it is essential that we provide aid and assistance to these vulnerable populations. We must also work to address the root causes of the crisis, including political strife, human rights abuses, and economic instability.
By working together, we can provide hope and dignity to Venezuelan migrants and refugees, and help them build a better future for themselves and their families.
References
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