The Haitian Times caught up with three women who use painting as a way to explore their Haitian heritage. Watch these short videos to hear about the process and passion behind their paintings:

Art as a healing tool

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Ashley Miznazi is a Report for America corps member covering the Haitian community in the South Florida/Miami area for The Haitian Times. Her work will heavily feature photography, video and other multimedia storytelling. Previously, Ashley was a multimedia fellow at The Texas Tribune, where she reported on DACA, Afghan resettlement and the foster care system.