"I would love all Haitians to regain the sense of what it is to be Haitian, and to be civic-minded; to understand that the... more"I would love all Haitians to regain the sense of what it is to be Haitian, and to be civic-minded; to understand that the growth and prosperity of a nation, not just yourself, should come first." This is Linda Tavernier-Almada's vision for Haiti.
Gerthy Lahens is an activist, grassroots community organizer, delegate and church leader, and a passionate supporter of her... moreGerthy Lahens is an activist, grassroots community organizer, delegate and church leader, and a passionate supporter of her native Haiti. For many years she has been working with youth and adults in Haiti on education, reforestation, housing, and other in...
"If only we knew what you are teaching us right now, fewer people would have died during the earthquake," said a Haitian... more"If only we knew what you are teaching us right now, fewer people would have died during the earthquake," said a Haitian student during a first response training in Grand Goave, Haiti, in 2011.
In January of this year, a Haitian marine biologist won a prestigious environment activism award, the Goldman Environmental... moreIn January of this year, a Haitian marine biologist won a prestigious environment activism award, the Goldman Environmental Foundation prize, for successfully carrying the battle to establish Haiti's first Marine Protected Areas. His name is Jean Wiener, ...
Since the 2010 earthquake, the international community has become more aware of the situation in Haiti. Large amounts of... moreSince the 2010 earthquake, the international community has become more aware of the situation in Haiti. Large amounts of money have been donated for relief efforts and improved medical services. The international medical community has been more active in ...
The Haitian Diaspora is scattered all over the US andacross the rest of the world. Most of them are not well connected and... moreThe Haitian Diaspora is scattered all over the US andacross the rest of the world. Most of them are not well connected and may not be aware of what other members in their fields are doing. This is why the 11th Department has created groups by industry to ...
