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Elections, Latest News, New York

Defeat Paves Williams’ Way for Public Advocate

Although he was unable to secure the lieutenant governor seat, his potential ascension to public advocate has widespread implications for immigrant and communities of color across the city. The self-described activist, has long been a friend to the Haitian community, who comprises a significant portion of his district in central Brooklyn. Williams has been instrumental both in front and behind the scenes of key Haitian-centered initiatives like the Haitian Studies Institute housed at Brooklyn College and the creation of Little Haiti in East Flatbush, and has even been named an “honorary Haitian” by the Haitian Roundtable.

NEWS ROUNDUP

Haitian Times Morning News Roundup

Haitian Times News Roundup – Sept. 18

In Haiti, Deadly Hurricane Brings New Life To Drought-Hit Community Nearly two years ago today, I woke with a sickening feeling in my stomach. It was October 4, 2016, and my country, Haiti, was about to be hit by Hurricane Matthew, one of the worst storms the world has seen. Continue reading Jean Henry Céant...

Elections

Elections, Latest News, New York

Defeat Paves Williams’ Way for Public Advocate

Although he was unable to secure the lieutenant governor seat, his potential ascension to public advocate has widespread implications for immigrant an...

Elections

CityViews: From Haitian Immigrants to High-School Athletes, Carlucci Backs His District

Sen. Carlucci has always been there for Spring Valley and the Haitian community. As a Haitian-American and Spring Valley Trustee, I have seen firsthan...

Elections, Latest News

Letitia James: Decisions Impacting Haitian Community from Trump, Sessions ‘Must Be Challenged’

In an interview with Haitian Times, James said voters should focus on what the state’s attorney general can do to oppose many of the worst policies th...

Elections, Latest News, New York

Josue Pierre Leads Pack In Race For District Leader

Pierre, born in Haiti and raised in the Flatbush area, has worked ardently to promote and encourage increased political engagement within the Haitian-...

Elections, Latest News, South Florida

Haitian-American Legislator Daphne Campbell Loses State Senate Seat to Jason Pizzo

Daphne Campbell, Miami’s scandal-plagued and sole Haitian-American state legislator, is out in District 38 — and wealthy former prosecutor Jason Pizzo...

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#PetroCaribe

PetroCaribe, Warped Lens

Haiti: Jean Henry Ceant Should Take PetroCaribe Challenge Head On

Jean Henry Ceant By Garry Pierre-Pierre Over the weekend, the Haitian parliament voted overwhelmingly for Jean Henry Ceant to lead as the country’s ne...

PetroCaribe

Former Haiti President Backs PetroCaribe Probe

Former Haiti president Michel Martelly says he remains supportive of any effort to ensure accountability within the Venezuela-led PetroCaribe initiati...

#PetroCaribeChallenge Reaches New York City

Protesters during the 51st West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn, NY. Photo Credit: Reparations for Haiti Twitter. The #PetroCaribeChallenge, a hashtag m...

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Haitians In America

Haitians in America: Artists Celebrates Mother Nature and Women

Pierre Jean-Louis is Haitian born, but New Jersey raised artist. He uses his artwork to convey beauty, passion, strength and women empowerment. Through culture and personal struggles, Jean-Louis finds inspiration. He grew up in a conservative, religious household with a big influence in art from his father, the legendary Haitian painter Bonaventure Jean-Louis. After shedding...

NY-METRO AREA

Elections, Latest News, New York

Defeat Paves Williams’ Way for Public Advocate

ARTS & CULTURE

Arts & Culture

Miami Artist Nadia Wolff Explores Haitian Identity And Class In New Work

The BayParc Apartments in downtown Miami opened a space to artists through collaboration with the national nonprofit YoungArts. The latest installation there is “A Place To Be Held” by Miami-native and 2016 YoungArts winner Nadia Wolff. She is currently studying textile art at the Rhode Island School of Design and African Studies at Brown University. Wolff’s work...

PROFILES

Profiles, Sports

3 Things to Know About Naomi Osaka

Haitian-Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka has gained widespread attention and admiration in the Haitian community. On Saturday, 20-year-old Osaka defeated her childhood idol Serena Williams during the U.S. Open Women’s Final. Here are five things to know about the tennis star bringing pride to Haitians across the world.

TECHNOLOGY

Tech

Catalyzing Haiti’s Startup Ecosystem with Marc Alain Boucicault

Marc Alain Boucicault is the founder of Banj, a local entrepreneurship hub in Port-au-Prince. He’s worked in international development for 8 years based in Port-au-Prince and in Washington, DC at the World Bank then with the Inter-American Development Bank. Listen now

HEALTH & SCIENCE

Health & Science

Survey finds many children not vaccinated in Haiti

A recent survey has found “a worrying drop” in the number of children vaccinated in Haiti. The sixth Mortality, Morbidity, and Utilisation of Services Survey (EMMUS-VI) was conducted by the Haitian Institute of Childhood in collaboration with the Haitian Institute of Statistics and Informatics and sponsored by the Ministry of Public Health with the technical...

BEAUTY & STYLE

Beauty & Style

Haitian Designer Runs New Fashion Brand in Vietnam

A new fashion brand, with a combination of French, Caribbean and Vietnamese styles, made its debut in Hanoi, by a Haitian designer, who has shared her love with the Southeast nation country.

OPINION

Opinion

Naomi Osaka: Who Gets to be Haitian?

If a person were to log on to social media two months ago around this time, they’d surely come across the sentiment “Africa has won the world cup” repeatedly. With 15 out of the 23 members of the victorious French national team stemming from countries across Africa and the Caribbean, the funny yet sobering idea wasn’t exactly so far-fetched.

Lists & Guides

Beauty & Style, Latest News, Lists & Guides
5 Haitian Style Bloggers You Should Know
If your Instagram feed is dull, it’s time to refresh it with fashion. Here are five stylish Haitians you should follow:
Latest News, Lists & Guides
7 Haitian Instagram Accounts You Should Be Following
Haitian culture has significantly impacted American culture, food, music, entertainment and more; now, let it enhance your Instagram timeline. If you'...
Beauty & Style, Latest News, Lists & Guides
6 Haitian Men's Style Bloggers To Follow
Haitian fashion has often been noted as bold because of its vibrant colors and expressive style. Here are six bloggers that will brighten up your Inst...
Lists & Guides, South Florida
5 South Florida Restaurants for Haitian Culture and Food
By: Toussaint Campbell Taty Griot Express Restaurant 7108 Pembroke Rd, Miramar, FL 33023 Diners usually stop by for a taste of Taty’s Griot (pork), Le...

ENTERTAINMENT

Entertainment

Jason Derulo Launches Just For You Foundation With Inaugural Heart of Haiti Gala

Jason Derulo has launched the Just For You Foundation to raise funds to promote education, provide shelter to orphans and families and feed the homeless globally. Its inaugural event, the Heart of Haiti Gala, gives Derulo — who is of Haitian descent — an opportunity to support a country close to his own heart. “I almost feel responsible to...

FEATURES

Features

Dealdash Idea how Smartphones Make Our Lives More Convenient

Editor’s Note: This is a sponsored article and was not written by Haitian Times’ staff. There aren’t many things in the world that have had such a profound impact on daily life as smartphones. In fact, for many people smartphones are an extension of themselves. They use them multiple times a day for work and...

VIDEOS

New York, Video
Haitian Community Gathers in East Flatbush for Jean-Jacques Dessalines Blvd. Unveiling
On Aug. 18, dozens of members of the Haitian community gathered in East Flatbush for the unveiling of Jean-Jacques Dessalines Blvd.
Tech, Video
Twitter Founder's Message to Haiti Tech Summit Attendees: 'Don't Wait for the US. Build Here.'
Jack Dorsey, founder of Twitter and Square, headlined the 2nd Annual Haiti Tech Summit on June 23. The social media tech giant shared insight on his s...
Arts & Culture, Video
Selebrasyon: Using Arts to Connect and Inform
Selebrasyon! is New York City’s only festival dedicated to the promotion of the highest caliber film, dance, music, literature, and visual art of Hait...
Tech, Video
Spotlight Series: Christine Souffrant Ntim Talks Haiti Tech Summit
In this spotlight series brought to you by the Haiti Tech Summit (HTS), founder Christine Souffrant Ntim discusses how the Diaspora and local Haitians...
New York, Video
NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer Talks Immigration and the Haitian Community
Video shot, edited and produced by Ken Aragaki On May 17, New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer hosted his annual Haitian Flag Day breakfast, wh...
Arts & Culture, Video
Performance Highlights From the 12th Edition of the PAP Jazz International Festival
PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI – Haitian Times was in attendance for the 12th edition of the PAP Jazz International Festival. After a week of concerts in the c...

HAITI

Haiti

In Haiti, deadly hurricane brings new life to drought-hit community

Nearly two years ago today, I woke with a sickening feeling in my stomach. It was October 4, 2016, and my country, Haiti, was about to be hit by Hurricane Matthew, one of the worst storms the world has seen. Radios and televisions blared non-stop with warnings for residents to leave their homes and head...

FLORIDA

South Florida

Ambassador to Haiti has a message for young professionals in Miami

The U.S. ambassador to Haiti appealed for more engagement of the Haitian diaspora, telling a group young professionals in Miami that businesses in Haiti can benefit from their mentorship and knowledge as successful entrepreneurs. “They need your help, your advice in order to scale up their enterprises to the next level,” Michele Sison said, delivering...

WARPED LENS

PetroCaribe, Warped Lens

Haiti: Jean Henry Ceant Should Take PetroCaribe Challenge Head On

Jean Henry Ceant By Garry Pierre-Pierre Over the weekend, the Haitian parliament voted overwhelmingly for Jean Henry Ceant to lead as the country’s next prime minister. Legislators also ratified his cabinet, even though some had to pay their taxes retroactively and in the middle of the night in order to do so. I’m not making...

SPORTS

Sports

Haitian community basks in Naomi Osaka’s U.S. Open championship

Naomi Osaka put together a spectacular performance in defeating Serena Williams in the finals to capture the U.S. Open on Saturday. Osaka gained international attention for beating Williams one of the all-time great female tennis players. Osaka, 20, posted a 6-2, 6-4 win over Williams, 36, for her first Grand Slam title. As a young...

Ayiti Chic

HOW TO STAY MOTIVATED: Give

“And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'” Acts 20:35 There’s a saying that goes, “When someone has been given much, much will be required in return.”...

EDITORIALS

Editorial, Latest News

Haitian Times Endorses Cynthia Nixon and Jumaane Williams

Williams, her running mate needs no introduction here. He is a brawler and in the street vernacular, a real brother. He is a principled leader who compromises little on his fundamental beliefs of right and wrong. Few leaders in Brooklyn have embraced the Haitian community like he has. He is a reliable ally who has delivered for us over and over.

MONTREAL

Beauty & Style, Montreal

Haitian Bikers Celebrate Their Social Work with Photo Series

Haitian American men’s stylist Paul is an androgynous women who began specializing in menswear and men’s styling when a friend noticed that she showed avid interest in the medium. Styled By Paulwas borne out of this newfound passion, as the Montreal-based stylist sought to build a brand that works beyond the fashion industry by highlighting the...