Five years ago today one of the most devastating natural disasters in recorded history struck the nation of Haiti. The earthquake of January 12, 2010 will never be forgotten. On that fateful day, we experienced a national trauma. Hundreds of thousands of homes were destroyed. Almost two million people were displaced. And more than 300,000…
In commemoration of the 5th Anniversary of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, The Embassy of the Republic of Haiti in Washington, D.C. invites you to join us as we remember those who perished in this tragedy. REMEMBRANCE EVENT JANUARY 12, 2015 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Embassy of Haiti 2311 Massachusetts Avenue Washington,…
Discover Haiti’s Entrepreneurs & Businesses: Guetty Felin: Filmmaker Born in Port-au-Prince Haiti, raised in New York and came of age cinematically in Paris France, Guetty Felin is not only a multi-talented cineaste but also a tireless advocate and activist for Haiti’s cultural heritage. Guetty is the brainchild of Haiti On Screen; an unprecedented film series…
For the second consecutive year, Ambassador Paul Altidor hosted more than 200 Haitian women at the Embassy of Haiti for the 9th Annual D.C. Haitian Ladies Brunch on December 14. The Embassy was filled with food, fellowship and warmth as generations of Haitian and Haitian-American women celebrated the rich culture of Haiti. This year’s theme,…
Embassy of Haiti Announces Haiti’s Future Leaders Fellowship 2015, Class of Jean Price-Mars The Embassy of Haiti in Washington, D.C. is now accepting applications for the 2015 Haiti’s Future Leaders Fellowship. The fellowship was launched in 2014, and targets graduate students and young professionals of Haitian descent in the United States on the one hand,…
October 9, 2014 Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe visited Washington, D.C. this week to speak about the Administration’s fight against cholera, and to push for assistance in improving Haiti’s water and sanitation systems. The cholera outbreak has spread throughout Haiti and exposed the weaknesses of the current system. With a $310 million dollar, three-year plan, Haiti…
Creole for Advanced Beginners! Fall 2014 Do you have some knowledge of Haitian Creole, and want to improve your speaking and writing skills? The Embassy of Haiti is offering this free Creole course this fall just for you! The Six-week course is designed specifically for Creole Beginners, and will be taught by Dr. Marie Marcelle…
Surveys are important when used to promote action and development on important goals. The success of Zafèn can be attributed in part to you due to the valuable responses to the HHTARG Zafèn Crowdfunding Survey done in 2010. Today Zafèn has provided loans to 442 entrepreneurs for approximately 2 million dollars and has been…
Discover Haiti’s Entrepreneurs & Businesses: Dr. Margaret Mitchell Armand : Author, Conflict Mediator and Peacemaker Dr. Margaret Mitchell Armand is a lifelong ambassador of Haitian Vodou tradition and culture. She advocates understanding and respect for the culture of Haitian people, which she believes must be fostered by a national education program and political platform rooted…
Discover Haiti’s Entrepreneurs & Businesses: Stephanie Gazenard: Creator and Designer, Stephanie’s Collection Whether it is her beautifully-beaded bags or sumptuous sequined sandals, Stephanie Gazenard’s line of accessories, Stephanie’s Collection, are works of art in their own right and glimpse into the hidden talent Haiti has to offer the world. Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Gazenard…