4 days ago
17 Facts You May Not Know About Haiti:
1 Haiti was the first independent black republic, gaining independence from France in 1804.
2 The Haitian Revolution was the only successful slave revolt in history.
3 Haiti shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic.
4 The country is prone to natural disasters, including earthquakes and hurricanes.
5 Haitian Creole and French are the official languages.
6 Haiti has a rich cultural heritage, influenced by African, French, and indigenous Taíno elements.
7 Vodou (often spelled Voodoo) is an officially recognized religion in Haiti.
8 The Citadelle Laferrière is the largest fortress in the Americas.
9 Haitian art is renowned for its vibrant colors and themes.
10 Haiti has a young population, with a median age of about 23 years.
11 The country is famous for its annual Carnival celebration, known as "Kanaval."
12 Haiti has a diverse and flavorful cuisine, including dishes like griot (fried pork) and rice and beans.
13 The country has one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the Caribbean.
14 The Haitian national drink is rum, and the country produces a variety of rum-based beverages.
15 Haiti has a strong tradition of oral storytelling and folklore.
16 The country is working towards reforestation after decades of deforestation.
17 Haitian music, including genres like compas and rara, is a significant part of the national culture. ... See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago
Today I would like you to meet Jameson Delva and her mother Tessilia. Jameson's father left without notice and there are two more children at home. Mom does laundry for people to earn some money but there is little to no work available.
The second photo is Nerline Prive and her mother Nathalie. There are three children in the family and the father does not provide any assistance.
All of these children and their motheres depend upon us to keep them alive. There are no alternatives in our community of Carrefour. ... See MoreSee Less