Desafíos de los trabajadores sociales en la atención juvenil migrante venezolano en el municipio de Bello
Corporación Universitaria Minuto de Dios
La presente investigación tuvo como objetivo general analizar los desafíos que enfrentan los trabajadores sociales en los procesos de adaptación de la población juvenil migrante venezolana en el municipio de Bello, Antioquia. A partir de un enfoque cualitativo con método fenomenológico, se exploraron las experiencias, percepciones y prácticas de intervención de profesionales en Trabajo Social que acompañan a esta población en situación de vulnerabilidad. Las técnicas empleadas incluyeron revisión documental, observación y entrevistas semiestructuradas, lo que permitió construir un panorama amplio y profundo sobre la realidad social que enfrentan tanto los jóvenes migrantes como los profesionales que los acompañan. Entre los principales hallazgos se evidencian múltiples desafíos estructurales e institucionales, como la escasez de recursos, la falta de políticas públicas locales con enfoque diferencial para los jóvenes migrantes venezolanos, y la persistencia de intervenciones asistencialistas que contrastan con el enfoque de derechos humanos que guía la práctica profesional. Asimismo, se identificaron tensiones éticas, sobrecarga emocional y escasa formación especializada en migración entre los trabajadores sociales, lo que dificulta la atención integral de los jóvenes. Sin embargo, también emergen prácticas significativas como las redes de apoyo, las intervenciones comunitarias, y la inclusión de los jóvenes migrantes como sujetos activos en sus procesos de adaptación. Los trabajadores sociales desempeñan un rol fundamental en la adaptación de los jóvenes migrantes venezolanos, actuando como mediadores entre las instituciones y las necesidades reales de esta población. Aunque enfrentan numerosas barreras, su compromiso ético y profesional ha permitido generar respuestas creativas y transformadoras. Este estudio resalta la necesidad de fortalecer la formación en migración, mejorar las condiciones institucionales y promover políticas públicas inclusivas que garanticen una atención digna, sostenible y centrada en los derechos humanos.
The general objective of this research was to analyze the challenges faced by social workers in the adaptation processes of the Venezuelan migrant youth population in the municipality of Bello, Antioquia. Based on a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method, the experiences, perceptions and intervention practices of social work professionals who accompany this population in a situation of vulnerability were explored. The techniques employed included documentary review, observation and semi-structured interviews, which allowed us to build a broad and deep overview of the social reality faced by both young migrants and the professionals who accompany them. Among the main findings, multiple structural and institutional challenges became evident, such as the scarcity of resources, the lack of local public policies with a differential approach for young Venezuelan migrants, and the persistence of welfare interventions that contrast with the human rights approach that guides professional practice. Likewise, ethical tensions, emotional overload and scarce specialized training in migration among social workers were identified, which hinders the comprehensive care of young people. However, significant practices also emerge, such as support networks, community interventions, and the inclusion of young migrants as active subjects in their adaptation processes. Social workers play a fundamental role in the adaptation of young Venezuelan migrants, acting as mediators between institutions and the real needs of this population. Although they face numerous barriers, their ethical and professional commitment has allowed them to generate creative and transformative responses. This study highlights the need to strengthen training in migration, improve institutional conditions and promote inclusive public policies that guarantee dignified, sustainable and human rights-focused care.
The general objective of this research was to analyze the challenges faced by social workers in the adaptation processes of the Venezuelan migrant youth population in the municipality of Bello, Antioquia. Based on a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method, the experiences, perceptions and intervention practices of social work professionals who accompany this population in a situation of vulnerability were explored. The techniques employed included documentary review, observation and semi-structured interviews, which allowed us to build a broad and deep overview of the social reality faced by both young migrants and the professionals who accompany them. Among the main findings, multiple structural and institutional challenges became evident, such as the scarcity of resources, the lack of local public policies with a differential approach for young Venezuelan migrants, and the persistence of welfare interventions that contrast with the human rights approach that guides professional practice. Likewise, ethical tensions, emotional overload and scarce specialized training in migration among social workers were identified, which hinders the comprehensive care of young people. However, significant practices also emerge, such as support networks, community interventions, and the inclusion of young migrants as active subjects in their adaptation processes. Social workers play a fundamental role in the adaptation of young Venezuelan migrants, acting as mediators between institutions and the real needs of this population. Although they face numerous barriers, their ethical and professional commitment has allowed them to generate creative and transformative responses. This study highlights the need to strengthen training in migration, improve institutional conditions and promote inclusive public policies that guarantee dignified, sustainable and human rights-focused care.
Analizar la intervención del trabajo social en los procesos de adaptabilidad de los jóvenes migrantes venezolanos residentes en el municipio de Bello, determinando los desafíos de la profesión en la integración de los jóvenes con el territorio.
Trabajo social, Juventud, Migración, Diagnóstico, Intervención Social
- Ruiz, Ospina, V. y Quintero Álvarez, Y. (2025). Desafíos de los trabajadores sociales en la atención juvenil migrante venezolano en el municipio de Bello. [Monografía, Corporación Universitaria Minuto de Dios - UNIMINUTO]. Repositorio UNIMINUTO.