Current situation in Colombia

Since the national lockdown began in March, the informal economy in Colombia has virtually shut down, which has greatly affected the families in the communities most in need as they tend to be day labourers and street sellers. The social emergency is as pressing as the health emergency - and Colombia was not prepared for either. As a result, it has seen a sharp rise in poverty, domestic violence, malnutrition and suicide, alongside a lack of virtual educational resources and medical services.

The red cloth in the window has become a sign for passers by to come and help, a petition for support and food, but is also a symbol of protest against social inequalities which this crisis has deepened.

Thanks to God and to our donors, the team in Colombia have been able to provide generous food parcels to numerous families during the quarantine in La Guajira, Fusagasuga and Bogota, taking a bit of pressure off the families in this difficult and worrying time where they find themselves with no money and no employment.

Our prayer is for IMC to be able to continue supporting the most vulnerable families in Colombia at a time of increased need and desperation, and extend that support to meet the needs of more families most at risk; to be able to support children at heightened risk of domestic violence, mistreatment and abuse during lockdown, and to have financial provision to be able to provide long-term holistic support to these children and families.

If you would like to help IMC meet the needs of these amazing families please donate now or become a regular giver.

Posted on the 2nd June 2020 at 5:55pm.