Fundana prepares to shelter children affected by Venezuela earthquakes

Fundana, an organization dedicated to child protection, is ready to shelter minors affected by the devastating earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24, 2026. The disaster has created one of the country's most significant humanitarian emergencies in decades, particularly impacting children who face psychological trauma, family separation, and risks of violence or exploitation.

Nathalie Abuchaibe, director of Las Villas de los Chiquiticos, stated that Fundana has been preparing since the tragedy began to receive unprotected children. The organization's facilities are available for temporary accommodation after authorities assess the minors' needs. UNICEF estimates that approximately 680,000 children and adolescents require urgent humanitarian assistance, with 3.9 million living in the most affected zones like La Guaira, which has been declared a disaster area.

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From the beginning of the tragedy, on June 24, we were preparing to receive all those children who, due to the situation, were left unprotected, who had no family from their nuclear or extended family to take care of them.

Fundana's initial response involved providing psychological support, distributing humanitarian aid, and identifying vulnerable children in temporary shelters, hospitals, and camps. The organization reinforced its care capacity to support children who lost caregivers. Abuchaibe noted that their multidisciplinary team is prepared to offer support and containment. Family strengthening programs are also active in the hardest-hit regions, including La Guaira, Miranda, Zulia, and Caracas, to directly assist affected individuals.

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We prepared ourselves physically with all our staff, with our entire care team and also with the multidisciplinary team to provide support and containment.