Conflict, migration, and climate variability drive humanitarian needs and food insecurity in Colombia. Additionally, Colombia is home to 2.8 million Venezuelan migrants and refugees – the largest number of any host country.
In Colombia, Action Against Hunger helps people affected by armed conflict, migration, disasters, and lack of access to essential services. In the Darién region, we provide access to health and nutrition services for migrant populations in transit, mitigating the risks of malnutrition, dehydration, and diseases. We also support refugees and migrants through cash transfers and socioeconomic inclusion activities, and help families create stable sources of income.
As part of the MIRE+ consortium, Action Against Hunger responds to emergencies by providing critical support for food security and water, sanitation, and hygiene. In health and nutrition, we partner with the National Institute of Health to train individuals to identify and monitor health risks within communities (health sentinels). Additionally, our teams research the relationship between conflict and hunger in Colombia and work to promote and protect civilians’ food security in conflict settings.
Refugees and Migrants Received Cash Transfers And Socioeconomic Inclusion Support
People Trained As Health Sentinels
People Received Food Security And Water, Sanitation And Hygiene Support During Emergencies
More than 95% of our staff come from the communities we serve.
