Adapted Story from the Field. Special Contribution by UNICEF Colombia (Original).

Josveglys sits near the chalkboard of her classroom, surrounded by new friends, supportive teachers and the energy of learning something new. It might seem like an ordinary scene, but it is special considering everything Josveglys has overcome to make her way back to school.

For the 13-year-old Venezuelan migrant living in Colombia, sitting in a classroom is a dream come true. Migrant girls and boys in Colombia are keen to learn, but the relocation process is long and schools often lack space to accommodate new students – increasing the risk that refugee and migrant children fall behind and permanently drop out of school.

But Josveglys is resilient. Thanks to the support of Education Cannot Wait (ECW) and partners, including World Vision, UNICEF and the Ministry of Education in Colombia, she has overcome countless obstacles on her educational journey. Today, Josveglys is one step closer to achieving her dream of studying criminology.