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One year of arbitrary detention for Alberto Trentini and Rafael Ubiel Hernandez Machado: we will not forget them

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Venezuela | PUBLISHED ON November 21st 2025

On November 15, 2025, it marked one year since Alberto Trentini and Rafael Ubiel Hernandez Machado were arbitrarily detained by the Venezuelan authorities. We will not forget them. 

All HI staff around the world have rallied to show their solidarity and make their voices heard. 

Continue to support Alberto and Rafael  

HI calls on everyone to remain mobilised:  

Share HI's call for their freedom on social media with the hashtags #FreeAlberto and #FreeRafael.  

Continue to sign and share the petition on Change.org launched by Alberto's family and friends, which has already gathered nearly 130,000 signatures.

HI in Venezuela
HI implements protection and inclusion projects for the most vulnerable populations, particularly children, adolescents, women and people with disabilities. Our teams are currently working in the Amazonas, Apure and Delta Amacuro regions, where they are focusing on health, mental health, rehabilitation and inclusion, in close collaboration with local partners and local authorities. 

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