VIA Receives International Recognition, Thanks to You!

Venezuelans and Immigrants Aid (VIA) has been honored as a Gold Winner in Humanitarian Action & Services: Emerging Company or Organization at the 5th Annual Anthem Awards, and has also received the Anthem Community Voice Award, determined by public vote.

The Awards received over 2,000 submissions from 42 countries, making this dual recognition a remarkable milestone for a migrant-led, community-based, volunteer-operated nonprofit.

The Anthem Awards celebrate purpose and mission-driven work.

Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards celebrate purpose- and mission-driven work across seven impact categories. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the Anthem Awards set a new standard for work that inspires communities to take meaningful action.

Patricia McLoughlin, General Manager of The Anthem Awards, highlighted the importance of this year’s winners: “This year’s winners are a source of hope, and I am excited to celebrate their work with the world today.”

"This recognition belongs to every volunteer who serves with consistency, coherence, and dedication; to our allies and partners; to the community that trusts us; and above all, to our beloved Venezuela, which we continue to dream will soon be free again. Today, we celebrate not only an award, but a turning point that reaffirms that true empowerment is demonstrated through concrete action." -Héctor Arguinzones, VIA co-founder & co-director.

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