Institutional Response: Venezuela Earthquake Emergency 2026
In response to the severe humanitarian crisis caused by the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on 24 June 2026, the Society of Jesus has activated a coordinated priority response. Below, we share the official reports and support channels provided by the Jesuit Province of Venezuela to centralise the monitoring of response efforts on the ground.
One mission. One response. Many ways to help.
The earthquakes that have shaken Venezuela have caused a serious humanitarian emergency, affecting thousands of people and causing significant damage to homes, schools, health centers, and basic infrastructure. Many families have lost their homes, their livelihoods, and access to essential services, while search, damage assessment, and assistance efforts for the affected population continue.
In response to this emergency, the Society of Jesus in Venezuela has launched a single institutional response, bringing together the work of all its works, communities, and apostolic networks present in the country. Fe y Alegría, the Jesuit Refugee Service, the universities, schools, parishes, social centers, and the rest of the Province’s works coordinate under a single action plan, sharing information, resources, and priorities to assist the most affected communities.
The response includes both immediate humanitarian aid and the recovery and reconstruction processes that will be necessary over the coming months, with special attention to people and communities in situations of greater vulnerability.
Response Programme: All international solidarity is being channelled to strengthen this common effort led by the Jesuit Province of Venezuela. Learn more about the response and the available support channels here: Venezuela Earthquake Emergency 2026.
In the public statement, Fr. Infante, expressed his profound sorrow over the recent earthquakes that have devastated the country, calling on the community to unite in prayer and solidarity. In his message, Fr. Infante emphasised the importance of recognising the suffering of those affected, reminding us that "in the wounds of our people we recognise the suffering face of Christ." His call to action highlights the need for a concrete and compassionate response to this tragedy, recalling that "today, more than ever, we are invited to 'Love and Serve in All Things.'"
Situation Assessment and Damage Report
Second Emergency Report 2026
June 30
As of 30 June, the Province released a comprehensive assessment of the damage and the status of its physical infrastructure. The report includes the preliminary evaluation of educational institutions—including the Fe y Alegría school network and the Instituto Jesús Obrero—as well as the results of the logistical deployment at the main collection centres. It highlights the mobilisation of more than 50 tonnes of humanitarian aid through the Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB) and San Ignacio School.
The Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat (SJES) will continue to update this page with new reports, situation assessments, and infrastructure data officially shared by the Jesuit Province of Venezuela as the emergency response and reconstruction process moves forward.
United in prayer. One mission.
Communications Office - Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat (SJES)
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