health
abril 29, 2026
Hogar Bambi: 30 years rebuilding the right to a safe home
Thirty years ago, the future of thousands of Venezuelan children began to change through a project within the classrooms of the Metropolitan University, which started as a graduation thesis by founder Erika Spillmann, motivated by a shared sensitivity with her father about child neglect in Venezuela. This proposal went from being an academic idea to becoming a reality. Today, that small student project is Hogar Bambi, a complex of five houses in the San Bernardino urbanization that has served as a refuge and family for more than 5,000 children who needed a second chance.
TL;DR
- Hogar Bambi was founded 30 years ago at the Universidad Metropolitana as a student project that grew into a significant humanitarian organization.
- It has provided refuge and a family environment for over 5,000 children in Venezuela who needed a second chance.
- The organization offers comprehensive support, extending care from infancy to young adulthood, addressing basic needs, psychological well-being, and preparation for adult life.
- Hogar Bambi operates through five houses strategically divided to cater to different age groups, from newborns to adolescents.
- The sustainability of the non-profit organization relies on the commitment of civil society and the private sector, facing continuous challenges.
- The institution emphasizes that protecting vulnerable children is crucial for the future of the country.