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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesJuly 1, 2026Miami-Dade

Community Groups Report Child Trafficking Risks Following Venezuela Earthquakes

Community organizations in South Florida are reporting alleged cases of child trafficking in Venezuela following recent deadly earthquakes. They are calling for the removal of specific government officials from emergency management roles and highlighting the vulnerability of millions of children in affected areas.

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Why It Matters

The report highlights the humanitarian crisis facing 3.9 million children in earthquake-affected regions of Venezuela and the resulting calls for changes in emergency management leadership.

Key Facts

  • Community groups allege that child and adolescent trafficking is occurring in Venezuela following recent earthquakes.
  • UNICEF estimates that 3.9 million children and adolescents live in the earthquake-affected zones.
  • Helen Villalonga (Amadex) formally requested the removal of Delcy Rodríguez and Diosdado Cabello from emergency management duties.
  • UNICEF reports that children in the affected areas face risks of family separation, displacement, emotional distress, and loss of essential services like healthcare and water.
  • Jose Colina (Veppex) called for the formation of a multidisciplinary team to manage reconstruction and aid efforts.
  • Organizations in South Florida are actively coordinating efforts to assist those affected by the disaster.

Who's Mentioned

personJose Colina“Representative of the organization Veppex.”personDelcy Rodríguez“Government official targeted for removal from emergency management roles.”organizationUNICEF“Reported that 3.9 million children are in earthquake-affected zones.”personHelen Villalonga“President of Amadex, requested the removal of government officials.”personDiosdado Cabello“Government official targeted for removal from emergency management roles.”locationEl Arepazo del Doral“Location of the press conference in Florida.”organizationAmadex“Community organization involved in the press conference.”organizationVeppex“Organization involved in the press conference.”