Safety risks and dangerous locations reported by refugees and migrants in Mexico

Refugees and migrants from Central America often face safety risks and abuses during their journey north. 58% of all respondents said they had directly experienced one or more abuses during their journey. This snapshot focuses on dangerous places and perceived risks. What kind of risks do refugees and migrants face? In which specific locations were risks most often reported? Who are the perpetrators?


Las personas refugiadas y migrantes de América Central a menudo enfrentan riesgos de abusos durante su viaje hacia el norte. El 58% de todas las personas encuestadas dijeron que habían experimentado directamente uno o más abusos durante su viaje. Este snapshot se centra en los lugares peligrosos y riesgos percibidos. ¿A qué tipo de riesgos se enfrentan las personas refugiadas y migrantes? ¿En qué lugares específicos se reportaron con mayor frecuencia los riesgos? ¿Quiénes son los perpetradores?

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