Colombia

Despite the government's efforts to achieve ‘Total Peace’ by engaging all non-state armed groups simultaneously in dialogue with the state, some groups expanded their territory and there was an increase in violent clashes with Colombian armed forces in 2024. This led to further displacement and forcible confinements across Colombia, and a rise in kidnappings, killings, and acts of extortion, especially in remote regions or areas with little state presence.

In 2024, according to the authorities, more than 160,000 people were displaced by violence, the highest figure in the last decade, and at least 33,700 people were victims of forced confinement.

In November 2024, we launched an emergency response in Alto and Medio Baudó, following severe flooding that affected 150,000 people in the region. We donated hygiene kits, cooking equipment and drinking water, as well as mattresses, blankets and mosquito nets, in five communities.