In La Guajira, Colombia, over 2,200 families — approximately 12,000 people — endure a challenging existence in a settlement known as La Pista, located along a 1-mile stretch of abandoned runway at an old airport. La Guajira means “beautiful Caribbean” in the local Wayúu language. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the area saw a massive influx of returning Colombians and Venezuelan migrants, many of whom are now living in makeshift homes in La Pista, without running water, sanitation facilities, or electricity. Yet hope prevails despite the harsh conditions, and World Vision is supporting the resilient families in this community through programs focused on child protection, education, legal aid, and economic empowerment.