Reference : V-P-VE-E-00234
Date : 11/04/2022
Country/Region : VENEZUELA
Caption : Caracas, Cota 905. Children playing basketball on a field rehabilitated by the ICRC.
Photographer : VAN SCHERMBEEK, Alejandro
Confidentiality level : public
Publication restrictions : publication without restrictions
Copyright : ICRC
Description : Ronald (not pictured), a sports coach in Cota 905, explains how he has been affected by gun violence and how he is trying to change his community by helping children through a sports space.

ICRC website article, 21.10.2022:
"Venezuela: Reaching for their dreams in La Cota 905

The ICRC is drawing on its expertise in various fields to help alleviate suffering caused by armed violence in Venezuela. That means maintaining confidential dialogue with all weapon bearers on using force appropriately and preventing harm to people affected by armed violence; helping people meet their immediate needs and maintain or restore their livelihoods; renovating essential community spaces, such as schools and hospitals; and always listening to people’s needs and keeping their concerns at the heart of what we do.

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Original material : digital
Resolution : 2000x1333
Orientation : landscape
Colour/B&W : colour

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