Jessica Alfaro
Psychosocial Professional
English
Call for Change: Reflections on Peace and Conflict in Colombia
Children Change Colombia in collaboration with the School of Public Policy of University College London are delighted to invite you to the event Call for Change: Reflections on Peace and
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Child Exploitation and Trauma Amid the Venezuelan Exodus to Colombia
Venezuelans have been escaping the economic hardship and political repression, with Colombia being the primary destination for these migrants. As of January 2024, Colombia is hosting 2.9 million Venezuelan refugees and migrants. The crisis and influx of migrants from Venezuela to Colombia increases the risk of economic exploitation of children and child labour – an already prevalent issue for many communities in Colombia.
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Forced Recruitment of Children and Adolescents in Colombia: Realities and Hopes
Despite the signing of the Final Agreement for the Termination of the Conflict on 24 November 2016, the forced recruitment of children and youth remains a troubling reality in some areas of Colombia. This is why we are working tirelesly to protect and safeguard youth.
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Marcela’s story
Marcela is 15 years old and lives with her mother, stepfather, brother, sister-in-law and nephew in Bogotá. The relationships in her household have often been problematic, and left her feeling like she’s wasting her time and that she’s useless. Since joining the project, she has learned how to be more tolerant and how to build healthier relationships with her family.
Sandra’s story
After running away from home at 11 years old and getting involved in taking and dealing drugs, Sandra felt hopeless and turned to sex work to support her 2 children. With the support of our livelihood project for sexual workers in Bogotá, she has been able to leave sex work and has begun studying to be able to provide a better future for herself and her kids.
Cecilia’s story
After being placed in an overcrowded institution after fleeing a guerrilla group, Cecilia was brought to Bogotá to live in a foster home and rebuild her life.
Once an anxious child who dreamed of escaping, she now dreams of becoming a businesswoman and setting up her own hotel chain.
