Venezuelan Exodus

The economic, social and political crisis in Venezuela has led to an exodus, especially among young people. The massive arrival of Venezuelans has caused a humanitarian crisis on the border with Colombia, where many sleep in parks and streets in deplorable conditions. The mayor of Cúcuta (Colombia) has asked President Juan Manuel Santos to declare the social emergency in the border city.

The issue of Venezuelan refugees is becoming a regional concern that requires a solution, since virtually all of Latin America is home to a growing number of refugees due to hunger, lack of health and freedom. The two most affected countries are Colombia and Brazil. Both borders are collapsed and on the verge of social emergency.

The war economy suffered by Venezuela and the next electoral farce (20/05/2018) that will try to consolidate the dictatorship, will accentuate the massive displacement of Venezuelans. 10%, out of a population of 31 million, have already emigrated and 60% of households have a family member abroad.

Images are the border with Colombia