Venezuela reached new levels of poverty according to Encovi. 94.5% of the population is in poverty, out of which 76.6% live under extreme poverty. Only one-third of women are active in the economy, men make more money in all sectors, and in executive positions, the gap is 76%.
Do you feel like there’s also been a brain drain as millions have fled the country?
Yes. Many of our best student, professionals, and workers left the country be side foreign countries or companies gave them better opportunities. We have a serious lack of talent, professionals, and professors inside the country.