In Latin America and the Caribbean, GOAL is working to strengthen the resilience of the Blue Economy across Central America, Haiti, and in the Colombia/Venezuela border region. Marine-coastal areas, and in particular fisheries, are of increasing environmental, social, and economic importance in Latin America and the Caribbean and many other parts of the world. By 2025, an estimated 75% of the world's population will live in coastal zones, resulting in both significant development challenges and opportunities for coastal industries (such as fisheries) to drive economic growth, livelihood creation, and conservation.

Julieth Zabrano faced overstrained health systems and xenophobia while seeking prenatal care after leaving Venezuela for Colombia. More Information

More than 5.4 million Venezuelans have fled the country since 2014 due to the manmade economic and humanitarian crisis. Migrants’ journeys tell a story of hardship and adversity, but also hope for the future of a better life. More Information