Attention Haitian entrepreneurs and young professionals, the application process for the next Young Leaders of the Americas (YLAI) Professional Fellows Program is now open. Applications for the upcoming cohort of YLAI Professional Fellows will close on September 18, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. EDT. YLAI empowers entrepreneurs to strengthen their capacity to launch and advance…
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 2019 Contact: Naomie Pierre-Louis Email: naomie.pierrelouis@diplomatie.ht Phone: (202) 332-4090 Embassy of Haiti in Washington DC Launches a Post-modern Haitian Art Exhibit to Unveil the Hidden Talents of Artists in the Diaspora Community “Diaspora Expressions Expo” EMBASSY OF HAITI IN WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Embassy is pleased to…
2018 marks the 300th Anniversary of the formation of the great city of New Orleans, a city which is a true melting pot of so many peoples and cultures. For the occasion, the City welcomed the international diplomatic corps for a lively, auspicious, cultural celebration hosted by Mayor Mitch Landrieu, Governor John Bel Edwards, and…
HAITIAN DESIGNERS TRANSCEND POLITICS DURING LANDMARK DC FASHION WEEK EVENT Haitian-born designers from the brands Pyer Moss, Azède Jean-Pierre, Victor Glemaud, and Prajjé Oscar will show collections in a presentation at the Haitian Embassy in Washington, DC. The Embassy of Haiti in the United States is pleased to announce the debut of a runway show…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HAITIAN DESIGNERS TRANSCEND POLITICS DURING LANDMARK DC FASHION WEEK EVENT Haitian-born designers from the brands Pyer Moss, Azède Jean-Pierre, Victor Glemaud, and Prajjé Oscar will show collections in a presentation at the Haitian Embassy in Washington, DC. (Washington, DC – February 21, 2018) – The Embassy of Haiti in the United States…
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians Notice Published by Department of Homeland Security on January 18, 2018 Effective as of January 18, 2018, Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients can start re-registration process for the program. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a 60-day period from today until March 19, 2018 for re-registration to…
“Holidays at the Pearl Pop-Up Shop” Rebuilding Haiti through Entrepreneurship: The Gift That Will Keep on Giving The Embassy of Haiti in Washington DC, in collaboration with Bien Abyé, is pleased to announce “Holidays at the Pearl Pop-up Shop!” On Sunday December 17 2017, the historic Chancery will transform into a Haitian marketplace featuring collections…
“Nan Nannan Ayiti” A Journey Into the Soul of Haiti The Embassy of Haiti in Washington, DC in collaboration with Busboys and Poets, invites you to embark on a unique exploration of Haiti from July 25 – August 1, 2017. The Nan Nannan Ayiti (A Journey into the Soul of Haiti) Tour takes inquisitive travelers…
The Pop-Up Shop Series: Rebuilding Haiti Through Entrepreneurship The Embassy of Haiti in Washington, DC has embarked on a mission to offer American audiences and the international community a new approach toward engaging in the Haiti conversation, with an emphasis on businesses and entrepreneurship. A key vehicle in this effort is the newly created initiative,…
Dr. Jack Guy Lafontant became the new Prime Minister of Haiti on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, after obtaining favorable votes on his declaration of general policy in the Senate (March 16th) and in the Chamber of Deputies (March 21st). Mr. Lafontant, a trained physician, was chosen by President Jovenel Moïse, on February 23rd, to implement…