The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration awarded a $2,002,343 Cooperative Agreement under the Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Western Hemisphere (CFDA 19.518) to Swisscontact, a non-profit international development organization based in Switzerland. The goal of the program is to protect and empower migrant populations and host communities in Colombia as agents of growth, innovation, and promotion of rights. The award supports Swisscontact's delivery of humanitarian assistance and social integration services for Venezuelan and Colombian refugees, including emergency relief, psychosocial support, legal aid, education, and livelihood assistance. This 12-month award, effective from September 15, 2024 to September 14, 2025, is part of the Bureau's broader efforts to address the needs of displaced populations in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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