VOICED : Miles de desplazados por violencia de pandillas en Honduras

The transcript discusses the severe impact of gang violence in Honduras, focusing on Geraldina, who lost three children to gang-related incidents. It highlights the control of gangs like Mara Salvatrucha and Barrio 18 in urban areas, leading to forced migration. Between 2004 and 2014, over 74,000 people were displaced, with a significant increase in asylum requests in 2015. Many youths flee to avoid gang recruitment. Honduras has one of the highest homicide rates globally, attributed to gang activities.

What was the reason behind Geraldina's decision to leave her neighborhood?

• Her children were involved in a car accident.

• Her children were victims of gang-related violence.

• Her children moved to another country.

• Her children were kidnapped by a rival football team.

Which gangs are mentioned as having control over the outskirts of major cities in Honduras?

• Yakuza and Triads

• Mara Salvatrucha and Barrio 18

• Bloods and Crips

• Los Zetas and Sinaloa Cartel

Between 2004 and 2014, how many people were forced to relocate or emigrate from Honduras?

• Over 50,000

• Over 25,000

• Over 74,000

• Over 100,000

What was the percentage increase in people seeking refuge from Honduras in 2015 compared to 2014?

• 50%

• 75%

• 99%

• 120%

How does Honduras' homicide rate compare to the global average according to the World Health Organization?

• It is twice the global average.

• It is more than six times the global average.

• It is slightly lower than the global average.

• It is about the same as the global average.