World Vision fears for children’s wellbeing as crisis in Venezuela takes hold
Ongoing instability in the country has already put millions at risk of hunger, displacement, and uncertainty, but recent events mean even more children are vulnerable and face an uncertain future.
Currently, some five million Venezuelan children are experiencing hunger and nearly four million are out of school.
Right now, 22 out of 23 states in Venezuela report reduced access to food, water, communications, and electricity.
As families struggle to cope, many are forced to make impossible choices, whether to stay at home with few resources or undertake dangerous journeys for safety and stability.
Across the region, neighbouring countries are already hosting millions of Venezuelan refugees and migrants, which is putting increasing pressure on host communities.
World Vision New Zealand National Director, TJ Grant, says Venezuelan children are facing an uncertain future.
“Children need physical safety, emotional support, and continuity in education during times of uncertainty, but right now the children of Venezuela are bearing the cost of an ongoing humanitarian crisis.
“Millions are facing hunger, missing school, and living with profound instability—realities no child should have to endure.
“World Vision is in Venezuela now, as we have been for the past six years, working with local partners to help protect children and support families in both Venezuela and across the region,” he says.
Grant says in moments of uncertainty, safeguarding children is critical, and World Vision remains committed to assisting the children and families of Venezuela.
Since January 8, World Vision has been focused on providing nutrition, child protection, and basic services to children and families in need, as well as reactivating community kitchens.
To help support vulnerable children and families in Venezuela, please donate now.
Currently, some five million Venezuelan children are experiencing hunger and nearly four million are out of school.
Right now, 22 out of 23 states in Venezuela report reduced access to food, water, communications, and electricity.
As families struggle to cope, many are forced to make impossible choices, whether to stay at home with few resources or undertake dangerous journeys for safety and stability.
Across the region, neighbouring countries are already hosting millions of Venezuelan refugees and migrants, which is putting increasing pressure on host communities.
World Vision New Zealand National Director, TJ Grant, says Venezuelan children are facing an uncertain future.
“Children need physical safety, emotional support, and continuity in education during times of uncertainty, but right now the children of Venezuela are bearing the cost of an ongoing humanitarian crisis.
“Millions are facing hunger, missing school, and living with profound instability—realities no child should have to endure.
“World Vision is in Venezuela now, as we have been for the past six years, working with local partners to help protect children and support families in both Venezuela and across the region,” he says.
Grant says in moments of uncertainty, safeguarding children is critical, and World Vision remains committed to assisting the children and families of Venezuela.
Since January 8, World Vision has been focused on providing nutrition, child protection, and basic services to children and families in need, as well as reactivating community kitchens.
To help support vulnerable children and families in Venezuela, please donate now.