Venezuela was struck by devastating twin earthquakes, prompting rescue operations as emergency crews search for people still reported missing and affected communities face urgent humanitarian needs.

Fr. Edgar Magallanes, SJ, is the Country Director of Jesuit Refugee Service Venezuela. In this interview, he shares what JRS is seeing on the ground and how the organization is responding.

JRS Venezuela is accompanying affected families and communities through emergency support, coordination with local partners, and ongoing assistance as communities move from immediate relief toward long-term recovery.

Families affected by the earthquakes may need shelter, food, clean water, medical care, psychosocial support, and accompaniment as rescue and recovery efforts continue.

You can help by supporting organizations providing emergency relief, humanitarian assistance, and long-term recovery support for families affected by the earthquakes.