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Refugees and migrants brave jungle wilderness in search of safety

The dense jungle of the Darien Gap is increasingly becoming a site of transit for Venezuelans, Haitians and other people forced to flee.

29 Mar 2022

UN agencies call for protection measures and a comprehensive regional approach for Haitians on the move

Joint statement by UNHCR, IOM, UNICEF, OHCHR

30 Sep 2021

Despite pandemic restrictions, people fleeing violence and persecution continue to seek asylum in Mexico

28 Apr 2020

UNHCR welcomes renewed commitment to protect refugees by Latin American and Caribbean states at key meeting

22 Feb 2018

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23 Mar 2017

Dominican Republic urged not to deport stateless Dominicans

Thousands of people of Haitian descent could face deportation to a country where they are not recognized as citizens.

19 Jun 2015

UNHCR expresses concern over deaths at sea in the Caribbean

28 Nov 2013

UNHCR expresses concern at deaths at sea in the Bahamas, third maritime tragedy in the northern Caribbean since October

27 Nov 2013

UNHCR concerned by potential impact of Dominican court decision on persons of Haitian descent

1 Oct 2013
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