Anticipation of Displacement across the Darien Gap into Panama - Alert 700

Following an anticipated five-fold upsurge in migration across the dangerous ‘Darien Gap’ crossing, from Colombia into Panama, CADENA was able to act early to support already stretched local government actions.

Providing information sheets and training to both migrants and host communities on migration issues helped to reduce tensions and promote harmony amongst communities. Training was provided for community leaders (faith-based organisations and government personnel) on protection in humanitarian situations, with a particular emphasis on preventing violence towards women (GBV), children and adolescents. Lighting was provided for public spaces around transit shelters to increase safety.