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Journalists Who Cover Migración Colombia
Jose Manuel Cuevas
Colombian journalist, editor and researcher based in Spain.
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Politics
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Is misinformation circulating among Venezuelans? Data journalism revelations
Jeanfreddy Gutiérrez, a Venezuelan journalist now in Colombia, discusses the evolution of data journalism and fact-checking amid Venezuela's institutional decline and misinformation. He highlights the challenges faced in accessing public data and the shift towards verifying viral content due to limited official information. Gutiérrez leads Colombiacheck, focusing on combating misinformation among Venezuelan migrants and providing workshops. He notes the exploitation of Venezuelan nationality in media for sensationalism and the need for alternative information dissemination methods. Collaborative efforts with international fact-checkers are underway to address broader issues like climate change and gender violence.
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Hugo Alexander Echeverry Cano
Hugo Alexander Echeverry Cano is a journalist based in Cúcuta, Colombia. Profesión Comunicador Social con 10 años de experiencia en la realización audiovisual, documental, especiales, entrevistas, cubrimiento de eventos, experto en manejo de cámaras profesionales, alto conocimiento en paquetes de ...
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Jobs Completed 46
Job Success Rate 94%
Usually Responds Within a day
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Colombia: Over a thousand Venezuelan migrants wait at the border to return to their country
Over a thousand Venezuelan migrants are waiting at the border in La Parada, near the Simón Bolívar International Bridge, to return to Venezuela from Colombia. They have been waiting for days for Venezuelan authorities to authorize their entry, facing harsh conditions such as high temperatures and lack of basic necessities. Migración Colombia reports that 71,052 Venezuelans have returned home, with 56,850 crossing through the Simón Bolívar bridge. The capacity for Venezuela to receive migrants is limited, leading to restrictions on the return operation to avoid overwhelming the border areas. The governor of Norte de Santander has requested national government support to manage the health and safety of the migrants and the local population.
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Alejandra Hormaza
Soy periodista colombiana. Actualmente estoy estudiando una maestría en relaciones internacionales y trabajo en el Congreso de Colombia como periodista. Estoy muy interesada en temas políticos, gobierno, relaciones internacionales y temas sociales. Tengo dos años de experiencia, uno en medios de ...
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Investigative Journalism
Fact Checking
Politics
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Migration Crisis in Colombia and Pandemic: The Situation in the Colombian Southwest
Colombia has been directly facing the migration crisis due to the democratic, political, social, and economic crisis in Venezuela, which has led to mass migration. The international bridge of Rumichaca in Nariño, a border with Ecuador, is a critical point where Venezuelan migrants pass on their way to other South American countries. The COVID-19 pandemic has complicated the situation, with many migrants attempting to return to Venezuela. The border closure and health emergency have led to increased risks of contagion and a strain on local resources. Initiatives like 'Vuelta a nuestra patria, vuelta a Venezuela' have been implemented to assist migrants in returning to Venezuela. The article highlights the challenges faced by Venezuelan migrants in Nariño, including weather conditions, lack of job opportunities, xenophobia, and the risk of contagion during the pandemic.
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Diego Huertas
Diego Huertas is a photographer and journalist based in Bogota, Colombia. I like to tell stories through photographies. I'm professional in audiovisual media with emphasis in film and television. I have ten years of experience in documentary, social, journalistic, portrait and aerial ...
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Photography
Drone Footage
Current Affairs
Technology
Science & Environment
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Jobs Completed 4
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Colombia: Number of Venezuelans decreased for the second month, but not massively
Juan Francisco Espinosa, director of Migración Colombia, reported a 4.3% decrease in the number of Venezuelan migrants in Colombia, marking the second consecutive month of decline. As of April, there were 1,788,380 Venezuelan migrants, a 1% decrease from March. Over 81,000 have voluntarily returned to Venezuela since the pandemic border closures in mid-March. The Colombian authority has faced challenges due to Venezuelan government restrictions on the return of its citizens, limiting the number of buses to the border to avoid overcrowding. Despite mobility restrictions, Colombia is working on organized processes respecting human rights for migrants' movement. Espinosa estimates that 80% of those who leave will return to Colombia due to worsening conditions in Venezuela. Efforts are being made to increase the regular migrant population in Colombia, which currently stands at 43%, with a focus on permit renewals, biometric identification, and social inclusion.
Nicole Kolster
Nicole Kolster is a multimedia journalist based in Caracas- Venezuela, who has reported for top news stations throughout North and South America. She has 14 years of experience in Venezuela producing and reporting on politics, the economy and social matters, both for breaking news and features. ...
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Jobs Completed 5
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The lucrative business of those who help cross closed borders to return to Venezuela
Thousands of Venezuelans, who had left their country due to the crisis and became unemployed due to the pandemic, are desperate to return home. With Venezuela's airports closed since March and limited access through the Colombia-Venezuela border, an illegal market and corruption have flourished. People pay bribes to cut in line or purchase travel packages that bypass quarantine protocols. David Smolansky of the OEA criticizes the violation of citizens' rights to return to their birth country. The Venezuelan government has set up quarantine shelters, which have been described as unsanitary and extortionate. Despite the challenges, some Venezuelans, like Luis, have managed to return home after enduring long waits and difficult conditions.
Heider Logatto Cuadros
Heider Logatto Cuadros is a journalist based in Cúcuta, Colombia. Tengo habilidades como redactor, investigador, presentador y periodista en campos como la política, comunidad, económico y culturales. Grabo off y realizo notas periodísticas completas. Manejo redes sociales, tengo experiencia en ...
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Interview (Video / Broadcast)
Fact Checking
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Jobs Completed 26
Job Success Rate 93%
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Venezuelans juggle to cross the border with Colombia
The closure of the Venezuelan-Colombian border by the Venezuelan government has severely impacted the lives of thousands, including workers and students who regularly cross for employment and education. Venezuelans like Jorge Torrado face dangerous illegal crossings to maintain their livelihoods. The closure has also affected children's education, with many Venezuelan students attending schools in Colombia due to the deteriorating educational conditions in Venezuela. Organizations like Fundación Redes are advocating for the reopening of the border to ensure children's right to education. The situation underscores the broader political and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela.
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Gustavo Ocando Alex
Gustavo Ocando Alex is an experienced journalist and newspaper editor based in Maracaibo, western Venezuela. He currently develops his journalist career as a freelancer for Voice of America, BBC Mundo, The Miami Herald (USA), NPR (USA), Armando.Info (Caracas, Venezuela) and has collaborated with ...
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Interview (Video / Broadcast)
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Jobs Completed 3
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Today's 'Top 5 from Venezuela' August 28, 2023: More than 190,000 Venezuelans cross the Darién
Over 190,000 Venezuelans have crossed the Darién Gap into the US this year, according to Panama's official figures. President Nicolás Maduro appointed three new economic ministers. Pedro Tellechea was confirmed as the president of PDVSA. Dengue cases in Venezuela have doubled in the first half of 2023 compared to last year. Migración Colombia is planning a new regulation mechanism for Venezuelan migrants who entered the country since January 31, 2021. The official exchange rate in Venezuela is Bs. 32.34 per dollar, while the parallel market rate is around Bs. 34.04.
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Catalina Oquendo
Catalina Oquendo is a colombian journalist based in Buenos Aires. She works for the main newspaper in Colombia during 12 years covering armed conflict, social affairs and cultural affairs. Kiplinger Fellow 2015, won Simon Bolívar Award in Colombia and she was finalist Online News Association award ...
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Politics
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Arts & Books
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Story of a Shipwreck Amid the Pandemic
Two Argentine sailors, Ramiro Catriel and Martín Mauri, faced a harrowing ordeal after their sailboat was damaged near Barranquilla, Colombia, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially denied entry at multiple ports due to pandemic restrictions, they were eventually rescued after their boat ran aground. Despite testing negative for COVID-19, they faced further challenges, including being expelled from their quarantine apartment by fearful neighbors. The Colombian authorities are investigating the burning of their boat, and the sailors are seeking financial assistance from the Argentine Embassy.
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Kiarinna Parisi
Her journalistic debut began in 2007 as a general assignment intern for El Carabobeno news paper. Only one year later, she became news reporter for a local TV station in her hometown Maracay, Venezuela where she covered major events such as Venezuela Presidential Elections, political campaigns, ...
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Colombian government approves extradition of Senator Piedad Córdoba's brother to the U.S., according to the Ministry of Justice
The Colombian government, through Justice Minister Néstor Osuna, has approved the extradition of Alvaro Fredy Córdoba, brother of Senator Piedad Córdoba, to the United States. Córdoba, who has ten days to appeal, is wanted by the Southern District of New York court for alleged drug trafficking offenses. He was arrested in Medellín on February 2. The Colombian Supreme Court authorized the extradition based on drug trafficking charges, despite defense arguments against it. Piedad Córdoba has maintained her brother's innocence since his arrest.
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Vanesa Restrepo
Vanesa Restrepo is a journalist based in Medellín - Antioquia, Colombia.
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Stranded migrants in Necoclí ask to be allowed to leave for Panama
Around 40 of the 297 migrants stranded since March 30 in a shelter in Necoclí, Antioquia, protested to demand continuation of their journey to Panama. They expressed lack of food and hospital services. Local officials stated that the migrants have been receiving attention and resources from the municipality, Antioquia's government, and international cooperation. The border closure and suspended maritime passenger transport prevent their travel. The shelter provides food, water, and medical attention, including prenatal care. The situation involves migrants from Haiti and various African countries, with over 1,000 cases in El Darién and 2,500 stranded migrants in Panama according to the UN.
Abraham Salazar
Freelance Journalist based in Caracas, Venezuela. Covering breaking news, health, education, arts & entertainment and several areas.
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Japanese
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Content Writing
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Politics
Technology
Science & Environment
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Venezuelan Migration Raises Alarms in Cities of Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina
Venezuelan migration is causing significant strain on public services in Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina, with many migrants facing dire conditions. In Brazil, the influx has overwhelmed health services in Boa Vista, leading to a state of emergency. In Colombia, Venezuelan migrants in Bucaramanga face low wages and lack of social security, with some resorting to sex work. Argentina has seen a 54% increase in Venezuelan migrants, with many seeking better opportunities. The article highlights the severe economic and social conditions driving this migration and the challenges faced by host countries.
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Luisana Solano
Journalist based in Caracas (Venezuela) with years of experience in multimedia reporting at national and international media. I have worked on news and coverage from different sources, such as political and economic. Interested in writing stories focused on the social and human side. Responsible, ...
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Content Writing
Investigative Journalism
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Politics
Current Affairs
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Jobs Completed 5
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Venezuela: Humanitarian Aid Delivery Day Leaves Over 60 Desertions and Violence
The humanitarian aid delivery day in Venezuela was marked by significant military desertions and violence. Over 60 members of the Venezuelan armed forces defected, crossing into Colombia and pledging allegiance to interim president Juan Guaidó. The Venezuelan government, led by Nicolás Maduro, attempted to block the aid, resulting in violent clashes at the border, with reports of deaths and injuries. The situation remains tense, with questions about how humanitarian aid will reach those in need within Venezuela.
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