Venezuela 101

In this episode of Venezuela 101, we discuss the recent presentation of the electoral records at the OAS that reveal the truth about the presidential elections, the worsening of repression and human rights violations, and how the international community, within the framework of the Human Rights Council and the UN General Assembly, has intensified its support for the fight for democracy in the country.

In this episode of Venezuela 101, one month after the presidential elections, we discuss the growing repression and electoral fraud in Venezuela. We talk about arbitrary detentions, the forced disappearance of opposition leaders, and the deepening social crisis, along with the international community's response to the situation.

En este episodio de Venezuela 101, a un mes de las elecciones presidenciales, abordamos la creciente represión y el fraude electoral en Venezuela. Conversamos sobre las detenciones arbitrarias, la desaparición forzada de líderes opositores, y la crisis social que sigue profundizándose, además de la respuesta de la comunidad internacional ante la situación.

In this special episode of Venezuela 101, we analyze the recent events in Venezuela following the presidential elections of July 28, 2024. We discuss the electoral process, fraud allegations, the repression of protesters and journalists, and the fight for transparency and respect for the people's will.

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En este episodio especial de Venezuela 101, analizamos los recientes acontecimientos en Venezuela tras las elecciones presidenciales del 28 de julio de 2024. Hablamos sobre la jornada electoral, las denuncias de fraude, la represión contra manifestantes y periodistas, y la lucha por la transparencia y el respeto a la voluntad popular.

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In this special episode, we discuss the presidential elections this Sunday, July 28. Discover why your vote is crucial and how you can actively participate in this historic moment for Venezuela.

En este episodio especial conversamos sobre las elecciones presidenciales de este domingo, 28 de julio. Descubre por qué tu voto es fundamental y cómo puedes participar activamente en este momento histórico para Venezuela. 

In this episode, we talk with Sergio Contreras, a lawyer and human rights defender, about his work with Venezuelan migrants and refugees through the NGO Refugiados sin Fronteras. Sergio shares his experiences in humanitarian aid, the importance of integration for return, and the impact of his initiative "Caravana por la Libertad."

En este episodio conversamos con Sergio Contreras, abogado y defensor de derechos humanos, sobre su trabajo con migrantes y refugiados venezolanos a través de la ONG Refugiados sin Fronteras. Sergio nos comparte sus experiencias en materia de atención humanitaria, la importancia de la integración para el retorno, y el impacto de su iniciativa "Caravana por la Libertad".

In this episode, we talk with Daelit González, a migration expert and Director of Employment and Social Services for Migrants at Catholic Charities, who discusses the challenges and solutions for the Venezuelan community in the United States. We cover topics such as the language barrier, legal assistance, mental health support, and the situation at the Mexican border.

En este episodio, conversamos con Daelit González, experta en migración y directora de Empleo y Servicios Sociales para Migrantes en Catholic Charities, quien nos habla sobre los desafíos y soluciones para la comunidad venezolana en Estados Unidos. Conversamos sobre la barrera del idioma, asesoría legal, apoyo en salud mental y la situación en la frontera con México. 

In this new episode, Melanio Escobar and Miguel Pizarro talk with Nancy Arellano, an expert in Public Management and Governance; director of migration projects at CEDRO Peru; president of Veneactiva; and vice president of the Coalition for Venezuela. Nancy provides a deep insight into the challenges faced by Venezuelan migrants and refugees in Latin America and discusses the importance of integration and security in the region.

En este nuevo episodio, Melanio Escobar y Miguel Pizarro conversan con Nancy Arellano, experta en Gestión Pública y Gobernanza; directora de proyectos de migración en CEDRO Perú; presidenta de Veneactiva y vicepresidenta de Coalición por Venezuela. Nancy nos brinda una visión profunda sobre los desafíos que enfrentan los migrantes y refugiados venezolanos en Latinoamérica, y discute la importancia de la integración y seguridad en la región.

In this episode, we talk with Elisa Trotta Gamus about the situation of Venezuelan migrants and their participation in the overseas electoral registry. We discuss the difficulties faced during the process and the importance of the international community in defending human rights. Listen now to learn more about this crucial topic.

En esta entrega, conversamos con Elisa Trotta Gamus sobre la situación de los migrantes venezolanos y su participación en el registro electoral en el exterior. Discuten las dificultades enfrentadas durante el proceso y la importancia de la comunidad internacional en la defensa de los derechos humanos. Escúchalo ahora para conocer más sobre este tema crucial.

On this occasion, we address with Ana María Diez the challenges faced by Venezuelan migrants and host countries, as well as the stigmatization and stereotypes surrounding this vulnerable population. Additionally, we explore perspectives for the future and the urgent need for international protection and attention.

*Ana María Diez is a lawyer, specialist in non-governmental organizations and humanitarian action, president of Coalición por Venezuela, and member of the Advisory Board of UNHCR.

En esta ocasión, abordamos junto a Ana María Diez* los desafíos que enfrentan los migrantes venezolanos y los países de acogida, así como la estigmatización y los estereotipos que rodean a esta población vulnerable. Además, exploramos las perspectivas para el futuro y la necesidad urgente de protección y atención internacional. *Ana María Diez es abogada, especialista en organizaciones no gubernamentales y en acción humanitaria, presidenta de la Coalición por Venezuela y miembro de la Junta Asesora del ACNUR.

Exploramos la creciente crisis de derechos humanos en Venezuela, desde represión política hasta detenciones arbitrarias. Únete a nosotros para entender el contexto actual en este episodio especial de Venezuela 101.

We delve into the escalating human rights crisis in Venezuela, from political repression to arbitrary detentions. Join us to understand the current context in this special episode of Venezuela 101

¡Descubre la segunda temporada de Venezuela 101! Ahora disponible en inglés y español. Conoce con nosotros los temas relevantes en Venezuela y obtén una visión detallada de la realidad del país.

 @Venezuela101_ | @melaniobar | @miguel_pizarro

Discover the second season of Venezuela 101! Now available in English and Spanish. Explore relevant topics and gain a detailed insight into the Venezuelan reality. 

@Venezuela101_ | @melaniobar | @miguel_pizarro.

In this new episode of Venezuela 101, we talk with Mercedes de Freitas about the Corruption Perceptions Index, the patterns of corruption in Venezuela, possible national and international actions to denounce these cases, and more.

Mercedes currently serves as the Executive Director of Transparencia Venezuela. Since 2002 she has dedicated herself to the study and implementation of transparency and anti-corruption programs and their impact on human rights.

Details about the situation of hospitals in Venezuela, the reemergence of eradicated diseases, the risk of contracting an illness, the balance after three years of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the long-term consequences of not modifying public policies are some of the topics we discussed in this new episode of #Venezuela101 with Dr. Julio Castro.

Julio is an Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease specialist; a professor at the Institute of Tropical Medicine at the Central University of Venezuela, and a member of the NGO of Médicos por la Salud.

Beatriz Borges joins us in this new episode of Venezuela 101 to talk about the threats and risks of the new bill promoted by the regime, which introduces additional requirements for the operation and creation of non-governmental organizations and other non-profit entities.

Beatriz is a lawyer, academic, human rights defender and, since 2014, is the Executive Director of the Center for Justice and Peace (CEPAZ). In addition, she litigates and actively participates in the international systems for the protection of human rights in the United Nations and the Inter-American System to denounce human rights violations and demand respect for international norms and standards.

The ICC has requested that victims provide their observations and opinions on the prosecutor's request to continue the investigation in Venezuela, focusing on crimes against humanity of deprivation of liberty, torture, rape, and other forms of sexual violence and political persecution against detainees committed by members of state security forces and pro-government groups since April 2017. In this episode, we explain key points that you need to know to fill out the form and submit your observations and opinions. 

For more information, visit https://www.icc-cpi.int.

In this episode, we talk with Genesis Davila, a lawyer and human rights defender, about the investigation of the situation in Venezuela at the International Criminal Court. We cover some fundamental points such as the internal functioning of the ICC, the stages of the preliminary examination, and the actual margins of action of the Court. We also discuss the similarities and differences between the Venezuela case and other similar cases, and finally, what victims can expect and what they can continue to do to help the investigation process.

The guest of this new episode of #Venezuela101 is Nelson Eduardo Bocaranda, also known as Nelson Bocaranda Jr., renowned journalist and editor-in-chief of the Runrunes web portal. 

In this new edition, we discuss with Nelson highly relevant issues such as the regime's censorship in both traditional and digital media, the impact of the Hate Law on the media, and the importance of putting pressure on nationally and internationally to avoid violating the right to freedom of expression in Venezuela.

In this new episode we talk about the current situation in the Orinoco Mining Arc. Cristina Burelli, social entrepreneur, founder and executive director of V5Initiative and one of the founders of the advocacy group SOS Orinoco, joins us to delve into this issue.

On this occasion, we asked Cristina about the repeated complaints of human rights violations in the South of the Orinoco River, the presence of illegal armed groups that exercise violence in the area, the reality of the indigenous peoples who live there, the havoc caused by illegal mining, among other relevant issues.

In our fourth episode we talk with Sara Fernández about the differential impact of the Complex Humanitarian Emergency on Venezuelan women and girls. Sara is a Venezuelan lawyer, consultant in International Law and Human Rights; Advocacy Coordinator of the NGO Center for Justice and Peace (CEPAZ) and a specialist in justice and gender issues.

In this new edition of Venezuela 101, Sara Fernández explains some details about femicides in Venezuela, the impact of the refugee and migrant crisis on women, sexual and reproductive rights in the country, as well as the situation women and girls are experiencing in the South of the Orinoco, among other important topics.

En este episodio especial en español escucharemos a dos invitadas citar algunos puntos clave del informe de la Misión Independiente de Determinación de los Hechos para la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, publicado durante el mes de septiembre y que abarca en dos temas prioritarios: crímenes de lesa humanidad cometidos a través de estructuras e individuos pertenecientes a los servicios de inteligencia del Estado; y situación de los derechos humanos en la región del Arco Minero del Orinoco.

Esta Misión fue establecida por el Consejo de Derechos Humanos de la ONU en septiembre de 2019, con el fin de evaluar presuntas violaciones de los derechos humanos cometidas en Venezuela desde el año 2014.

In this episode we will listen to two guests quote some relevant points from the report of the Independent Fact-Finding Mission on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, which focuses on two priority issues: crimes against humanity committed through structures and individuals belonging to the State intelligence services; and the human rights situation in the Arco Minero del Orinoco region.

This Mission was established by the Human Rights Council of the United Nations in September 2019, in order to evaluate alleged human rights violations committed in Venezuela since 2014.

In our first episode, Tamara Taraciuk, Deputy Director of the Americas Division of Human Rights Watch, joins us to talk about the Human Rights situation in Venezuela, as well as the importance of reporting, investigation and visibility mechanisms.

This is Venezuela 101. We are Miguel Pizarro and Melanio Escobar. Listen to our trailer and find out about our work, where this idea came from, what we'll be tackling in our next episodes, and more. Please share this podcast with your friends, colleagues, and family and listen to us again on the next episode of Venezuela 101!