Local peacebuilders are a lifeline in this crisis.
Some affected regions – like Choco – are very remote, meaning there are huge difficulties in physically reaching communities. This is also affecting how much media coverage, attention and support survivors are receiving.
While the government has been slow to respond in such areas: local peacebuilders are providing emergency support, including food, hygiene products and shelter for people whose homes have been destroyed.
They are also providing urgent mental health and trauma support for both the rescue teams and survivors of the earthquake.
Our partner, REDEPAZ, are running a ‘Brigade’ – a group of psychologists, nurses, counsellors and researchers that provide mental health support to remote and marginalised communities – those often affected by extreme levels of violence, as well as disasters like this earthquake.
You can support REDEPAZ’s earthquake relief efforts now, by donating to our Colombia appeal.
