Working Together to Promote Community Change

Venezuelan migrants in Trinidad and Tobago face a number of challenges, including access to formal employment, housing, health services, and education.

The vulnerability of this population is exacerbated by frequent natural disasters in the Caribbean that disrupt people's livelihoods.

The IAF supports community-led solutions to creating social and economic inclusion opportunities for at-risk Venezuelan migrants.

Ryu Dan Empowerment Foundation (RDEF) provides entrepreneurship training and technical assistance to Venezuelan migrants and implements a youth development program with both Trinidadians and Venezuelans to reduce tensions between the host and migrant communities.

By partnering with other migrant support organizations, RDEF amplifies their impact and promotes the sustainability of their work.This grant is part of the IAF's commitment to strengthen community-led disaster mitigation and resilience in the Caribbean and is advancing the U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership, and is part of the IAF's commitment to support displaced Venezuelans and communities impacted by the Venezuelan humanitarian crisis.