Key facts
- Over 300,000 Ecuadoreans have fled their homes in the last three years due to gang violence.
- The escalating violence has created a significant displacement crisis within Ecuador.
Escalating gang violence in Ecuador has forced more than 300,000 people to abandon their homes over the past three years. The worsening security situation has led to a significant internal displacement crisis, with thousands more fleeing their residences as the conflict intensifies.
The pervasive fear and instability stemming from organized crime have disrupted lives and communities across the nation, prompting a large-scale exodus from affected areas.