but the challelenges are mounti. luiz: many venezuelans come, often in a terrible state. they reach us starving. they have health problems and have had to endure a precarious situation in terms of security. the children need education, some need protectition, they'e been the victims of violence and exploitation. there are also many unaccompanied children. reporter: the efeffects of venezuela'a's humanitatarian cs have long been felt in neighboring brazil. genesis: i have three children, one of whom is disabled. we couldn't get any treatment at home, no medicine. it's hard for one person to survive there, but with three children it's impossible. i came here hoping to make some money. i know there aren't many opportunities, but at least we have something to eat here. reporter: and, for the time being, they have somewhere to stay and some medical assistance. but the prospects of finding work in northern brazil are slim. genesis: so far, i haven't found anything, no way to make money. i'd do anything. cleaning, anything. i'm ready, and i can learn anything. reporter: she now