The effects of the pandemic, caused by Covid-19, hit people all over the world. Many who have fallen sick are in mortal danger, countries were in months-long lockdowns and the economic consequences of the security measures caused unemployment, poverty and hunger.
In Guatemala, in early April 2020 white flags first appeared in Guatemala City, hanging from houses as a sign that those who live there have no more income and suffer from hunger. Shortly after, these flags were spread all over the country as a symbol for those in need.