"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...
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, ...
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 ...
Have you ever had a dream that has never come true and you wish you took the chance to go after it? Victoria Elias is a... moreHave you ever had a dream that has never come true and you wish you took the chance to go after it? Victoria Elias is a 20-year-old Haitian-American Marketing and Communications student at Buffalo State College who is on a quest to achieve a long-time dre...
