Ruth Jeannoel is a Haitian woman to know during this Women’s History Month. Inspired by the movement for Black lives, she founded Fanm Saj to provide a wellness space for women. The term Fanm Saj, which means both “midwife” and “wise women” in Kreyol, speaks to the group’s goal of birthing healthy communities.
The Haitian Times spent some time with Fanm Saj recently to learn about them. Watch the video.
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