Older Colombians and Venezuelans take care of each other under the same roof
Grandpa’s House hosts Colombian seniors who were left alone. Now it has increased its capacity to also shelter Venezuelans on the move. RIOHACHA, Colombia – Morato Martinez, a 75-year-old Colombian, spends his days painting the walls of Grandpa’s House, the care...
Angelina Jolie calls for leadership and humanity as millions flee Venezuela
On a two-day visit to Colombia, the UNHCR Special Envoy met with refugees, returnees and government officials to assess the human impact of a mounting exodus. By Christopher Reardon MAICAO, Colombia – With over 4 million Venezuelans now living in exile, UNHCR Special...
Statement by UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie as Venezuelan refugees and migrants top 4 million
In 2002, 2010 and 2012 I was in Ecuador visiting some of the many Colombians who had fled the conflict. I said to the families that I met that I looked forward to visiting Colombia itself, when peace made it possible for refugees to return. Today, I have met returning...