News & stories

Story | Dec 08, 2022

2022: A year of bearing witness

We bear witness and speak out. Read stories from MSF staff about what this work means to them.

Story | Sep 23, 2022

Migration in the Americas: “All we are looking for is a better life”

Perilous routes and inhumane migration policies are not deterring people from attempting the treacherous journey north.

Story | Aug 12, 2022

"Returning to Haiti means death"

Haitian migrants risking their lives to flee conflict face still more dangers on the journey through Latin America.

Story | Jul 21, 2022

The migration double standard

International solidarity and support for Ukrainian refugees show humane migration policy is possible. So why are people fleeing other countries treated differently?

Story | Jun 23, 2022

Mexico: “Talking about our experience humanizes us”

Survivors of torture and extreme violence share their stories.

Story | Jun 17, 2022

“We are tired and desperate”: Stories from families who survived the Darién Gap

In 2022, most migrants crossing the Darien Gap are Venezuelans—a shift from 2021, which saw a majority of Haitians risking the dangerous journey from Colombia to Panama.

News | May 19, 2022

Dire reception conditions and a lack of emergency medical care for migrants arriving in Panama

MSF repeats its calls for safe routes between Colombia and Panama and urgent medical care for victims of sexual violence at the first point of arrival.

Story | May 06, 2022

Though fewer people are making the crossing to Panama, the Darién Gap is as dangerous as ever

Story | Nov 18, 2021

Safe routes urgently needed for thousands of migrants crossing the Darién Gap

Panamanian and Colombian governments must protect migrants from violence

Story | Sep 17, 2021

Surviving sexual violence in the Darién Gap