The Xavier Network, of which Jesuit Mission Australia is a member, has officially activated its emergency protocol to help children and families affected by the devastating earthquakes that hit Venezuela on 24 June.

The magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes have caused widespread destruction across affected communities and left thousands of people in urgent need of assistance. Homes, schools, health facilities, and critical infrastructure have been damaged or destroyed, forcing families to flee their homes and seek safety under difficult conditions.

Entreculturas is leading the coordinated response, working closely with Fe y Alegría Venezuela, Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Venezuela, and other Province works on the ground. The Venezuelan Province has appointed a dedicated response committee to coordinate efforts locally.

As rescue and assessment efforts continue, the full scale of the disaster is still emerging. Teams are currently conducting rapid assessments to identify the most urgent needs. Priorities include emergency shelter, clean water, food, healthcare, and psychosocial support. Communications remain difficult in some affected areas, but coordination is well underway.

Jesuit Mission Australia, as the Xavier Network member organisation for Asia Pacific, is accepting donations to support this coordinated response.

Those who wish to donate may refer to Jesuit Mission Australia’s bank details below

BSB: 012361
Account number: 428615225
SWIFT: ANZBAU3M
Bank address: ANZ North Sydney, 116 Miller Street, North Sydney NSW 2060.
REF: Venezuela