Collective launching $1M fund to support women in Haiti
To launch with $1 million in 2025 and grow to $5 million, the Haitian Women’s Collective is currently engaged in a strategic planning process to inform its plans.
Kodak Black released after arrest on cocaine possession charges
Asked if there were any weapons or other illegal items ” inside the car, Kapri told police “just some ‘weed,’ reports say, based on the arrest affidavit. But officers found cocaine they said weighed just over four grams and arrested him on possession charges.
Barriers and pitfalls Haitians face due to gaps in government, information
Public rhetoric about scenarios like the Del Rio encampment in 2021 and potentially revoking birthright citizenship can turn immigrants away from services available —Valerie Lacarte, Migrant Policy Institute
Haitians take prizes in roller skating, gymnastics, eloquence, modeling | Haitian Excellence
Gesny Pierre Louis, a native of Cité Soleil living in Chile, will represent Haiti in the 2024 roller skating world competition after winning first place in the “Winterider Cup” earlier this year.
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Haiti opposition parties reject Caricom proposal, calling it “deviation” from mediation
But the dispute remains because the draft Caricom agreement doesn’t mention the expansion of the High Transitional Council (HCT) advocated by Henry and his supporters, nor the opposition’s demand for Ariel Henry’s resignation as Prime Minister.
Sundance Film Festival to feature Haitian movie about kidnapping
Muska Films has been working on the film for 10 years, Mirambeau said on X, which tells the story of two kidnappers who ended up in the middle of political conspiracy.
Racism, crime and other ills Haitians immigrating faced in 2023 | Lists
Haitians have reported facing racist and xenophobic incidents as well as numerous scams and fraud at different points in the immigration journey.
BREAKING: Springfield, Ohio man sentenced to 20 years for hate crimes against Haitian community
On Jan. 29, Eubanks assaulted and robbed a victim while the victim was walking to wire $300 in cash to his mother in Haiti.
Kenya delegation lands in Haiti to prepare for multinational mission’s arrival
PORT-AU-PRINCE — A large delegation from Kenya has arrived in Haiti as part of preparations for the upcoming arrival of the controversial Multinational Mission to Support Security (MSS) the United Nations approved two months ago. The delegation had an important working meeting on Tuesday with Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry and members of the government,…
High schoolers showcase Haiti’s culture in Cap-Haitien’s Féstival de l’Identité | PHOTOS
“We see that the youths are deprived, left on their own,” organizer Weesley Pierre said. “So we named the festival, Féstival de l’Identité. Could this be an exhortation for the citizens and the youths to find themselves?”
Giving season highlights Haitian causes, groups needing support
“Haiti has the world’s highest incidence of cervical cancer. A lot of women have never heard of it until they get sick and then it’s too late.” Jean Pierre-Louis, CEO of Capracare
Phyllisia Ross goes to London, Rutshelle drops ‘RGX,’ guitarist marries, Europe opens
Haitian Music Industry news you need to know includes: Rutshelle Guillaume celebrating 10 years on the scene with RGX, Oliver Duret tying the knot and a new Haitian “Beat” competition launching in Europe.
Former residents of bulldozed neighborhood in Cap-Haitien demand a rebuild
Jean-Villard Joseph, a Shada 2 native and vice-president of CCVS… 17, lost three homes and a potable water business during the demolition.
In opening act, documentary festival reflects distress Haitians endure
This year, there will be screenings in refugee camps and in schools to offer another narration of stories that have been told in another way, Suffren said
3 Haitian artists suggest events to attend during Art Basel week
Each year, Miami attracts thousands of art enthusiasts to the Magic City’s most vibrant weeks, led by Art Basel. We tapped three notable Haitian artists for their recommendations of must-see shows.
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Caricom to provide new government agreement for Haiti after “intransigent’ Haitians failed
Caricom seems dismayed that the political actors continue their “zero-sum approach” in efforts to end the political impasse and help resolve other problems the country faces.
Haiti-DR border’s spontaneous re-openings blamed on alleged bribes
In 2008, the former diplomat said Dominicans offered him $300,000 to convince Haitian officials to lift a ban on importing chickens from the Dominican Republic.
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The Diaspora
Haitian Americans ready to fill up on food, family time on Thanksgiving
His aunts, who he said are “good chefs” will cook diri djon djon, or Haiti’s famous black rice, turkey, ham, potato salad, lambi and salade Russe,…
Brooklyn Senator Kevin Parker Sued for Alleged 2004 Rape
A Haitian American woman is suing Brooklyn senator Kevin Parker for allegedly raping her in 2004.
Three Haitians among 21 dead in torrential rainfall in Dominican Republic
The wall of a bridge at Máximo Gómez and 27 de Febrero avenues in Santo Domingo collapsed, crushing nine people who were inside five vehicles dead.
Florida mom seeks Haitian American blood donors for leukemia treatment
The Gift of Life Marrow Registry has been helping Bradwell look for a successful match. The organization has mounted an urgent campaign, calling on those who are ages…
New York Haitian lawyers group celebrates 10th anniversary | Haitian Excellence
It was the 9th day of the month and the Haitian American Lawyers Association of New York (HALANY) 10th Anniversary Gala was in full swing.
Dumornay named “Player of the Month” again for French football club
Some Haitians online had vowed to keep voting for the rising star to uplift their compatriot, regarded as Haiti’s jewel in the world of sports.
