To support the availability of and access to timely and relevant health care services for venezuelan migrants and other populations of concern in colombia

This $5,000,000 Cooperative Agreement awarded on September 16, 2023 by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM) under the Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Western Hemisphere (CFDA 19.518) will support the availability of and access to timely and relevant health care services for Venezuelan migrants and other populations of concern in Colombia.

The awardee, Americares Foundation, Inc., a non-profit health-focused relief and development organization, will deliver emergency humanitarian assistance such as life-changing medicine, medical supplies, healthcare services, and programs to address poverty and disaster situations. This funding will enable Americares to respond to the outflows of refugees and migrants from Venezuela by providing direct emergency assistance including food, shelter, health, psychosocial support, and livelihoods support to help vulnerable populations in Colombia.