La Posada de Esperanza is in the tiny village of La Corcova, population less than 200. The shelter has a one-night limit and hosts around 120 Venezuelans every night.
Project Highlight: La Posada de Esperanza, Shelter 10
Author: Bethani King
Refugee Hero: Marta Duque
In January 2018, Marta began opening her home to Venezuelan refugees. One year and three months later, she and her team of four Venezuelans are serving 250-300 meals a day.
The Journey of a Venezuelan Refugee
The most desperate Venezuelan refugees cross the border with absolutely nothing, not even $30 that would buy them an 18-hour bus ride to the capital, Bogota. Left with no other option, they walk.