Soup joumou is symbolic for the Haitian people. When the French had slaves on the island, only the French colonial masters and plantation owners enjoyed this delicacy which was prepared by slaves. After the revolution, the free Haitians were finally able to eat this meal! The soup came to represent …
The Community of Chiffonette is Safer Now
For years, the community of Chifonnette relied on a spring called Guerant as their primary water source. The source is not only where many of the local people get water to drink from, but also is considered to be a magical place of worship for some groups who practice voodoo. Their worship …
The Community of Chiffonette is Overjoyed to have their Well Repaired
Jésulène Pierre is a married 52 year old mother of 6 who resides in the Municipality of Ouanaminthe, North East department, Haiti. In her community of Chiffonnette, Jesulene is viewed as a very wise and honest lady. To provide for her family, she grows peanuts. For most of her life, her water source …
Marie Souverain | Wife. Mother. Coffee Farmer. Community Member.
Marie Sovereign is a 50 year old married woman and mother to her adopted niece, Josephe Linda. She and her family reside in the community of Ba Leroux, located in the municipality of Trou-du-Nord, a Northeast department of Haiti. Those who know her describe her as very wise and honest. Additionally, …
The Population of Lina is Liberated!
Madame Alcius Odulcie is a 67-year-old mother of five and resident of Lina (located in the 1st communal section of Bois Neuf, in the St Raphaël commun.) Despite various health issues, she is a beloved lady in her community who radiates joy! This mother of five lost her husband ten years ago. Two of …
Wadson Palarius – a Humble and Wise Servant to his Community
Wadson Palarius is a 32 year old farmer and trader from the town of Saint Raphaël who resides in the community of Logalit # 1. He lives with his parents, two older sisters, and one younger brother. Those who know him consider him to be a man of wisdom and humility. He cares deeply about the people …
Clean Water Access Breaks Social Division
Alexandra Servil is a 16 year old high school student who resides in the locality of Lina which is in the St. Raphael commune in northeast Haiti. She lives with her parents, two sisters, and three brothers. The closest water source for her family was from a stream called Gadete that is a 45 to …
Unity Leads to Progress
As the African proverb states, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Indeed, Haiti Outreach recognizes the value of community involvement for progress and change. Very little would be accomplished without the water point committee (CPE)* who ensure the management of …
Rolinx Diverna, at the service of his community
In Haiti, 80% of children in rural areas walk to school every day. This is one of the many obstacles they have to overcome to receive an education. This additional burden makes it even more difficult to convince young people that school is necessary for success in their future. Truancy and high …
Pierre Willy | A Lifetime of Service to His Community
Pierre Willy, 54, is from the community of La Chanm in the region of La Hinche. A farmer, rancher, and father of 14, Mr. Willy never envisioned a career in teaching or becoming a great leader. But life had other plans for Mr. Willy On May 29, 2008 a tragedy completely changed the trajectory of …