Advocacy for Peru

What’s Happening?

Peru is home to more than 1.3 million displaced Venezuelans, making it the second largest host of Venezuelan refugees in the world. Although Peru has offered some forms of temporary regularization to allow Venezuelans to remain in the country and work, even those with legal status struggle to access their rights and important services like healthcare and education. Many Venezuelans in Peru live without legal status, constantly fear deportation, and struggle to cover their basic needs. Peru’s recent political crises stall policy progress for Venezuelan inclusion.

What Must Be Done?

Refugees International is advocating for better conditions for Venezuelans in Peru and raising awareness about the benefits linked to increased integration and economic inclusion.

Report

Los Efectos Humanitarios de la Pandemia de COVID-19 para las personas venezolanas en Perú. Un año después

Report

The Humanitarian Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic for Venezuelans in Peru, One Year In

Report

From Displacement to Development: How Peru Can Transform Venezuelan Displacement into Shared Growth

Statement

Refugees International and Encuentros SJS Call for Immediate Action to Prevent a Humanitarian Catastrophe on Chile-Peru Border

Statement

Economic Shocks of COVID-19 Disproportionately Affects Displaced Venezuelans in Peru, New Research Finds

Statement

Refugees Are 60 Percent More Likely To Be Financially Impacted By COVID-19, New Research Finds

Opinion

La República: Ventana de oportunidades cerrada

Advocacy Letter

Refugees International and 36 Organizations Concerned Over Restrictions Imposed on Venezuelan Refugees in Peru

Perspective

With Opportunity, Displaced Venezuelan Women Make a Difference in Peru

Perspective

Meet Martha, the Venezuelan Refugee Advocating for Women in Peru

Featured Image: A Venezuelan man bakes doughnuts to sell. Their family lives in a rented apartment in Tumbes, northern Peru. © UNHCR/Sebastian Castañeda