Support the socioeconomic integration of vulnerable venezuelan refugees and migrants, by increasing their access to protection and livelihoods

The Department of State Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration (PRM) awarded a $2.25 million cooperative agreement to the Pan American Development Foundation, Inc. under the Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Western Hemisphere (CFDA 19.518) federal grant program. The award period is from September 15, 2022 to September 14, 2023.

Through this cooperative agreement and its sub-awardees, the Foundation will support the socioeconomic integration of vulnerable Venezuelan refugees and migrants in Peru by increasing their access to protection and livelihoods. Specifically, sub-awardees will provide training and specialized guidance on gender-based violence; legal assistance and empowerment for migrants and refugees; livelihood support and access to essential services for children; psychosocial support and strengthening of women's networks; and support for entrepreneurship initiatives and alliances for sustainable development. The sub-awardees are Veneactiva Peru, Centro De Desarrollo Y Autogestion, and Cedro.