What are the challenges faced by health workers in Haiti? Health workers in Haiti are facing chronic stress and constant fear as they strive to save lives. Chronic stress leading to burnout Constant fear due to unsafe working conditions Struggle to provide quality healthcare despite challenges How are health workers coping with the situation? Despite … Read more
President Luis Abinader’s second mandate is poised to focus on human rights as he embarks on his new term in office. Let’s explore the key priorities and challenges ahead: Addressing Human Rights Failures Amnesty International has condemned worrying human rights violations linked to migration policies. Urgent need to eradicate racial profiling, structural racism, and discrimination. … Read more
Forced Repatriation of Haitians by the United States Raises Concerns What are the implications of the U.S. government’s deportation flights to Haiti amidst ongoing violence? Violations of commitments to non-refoulement Disparate impact on Black migrants exercising their rights Staff Attorney Erik Crew emphasizes the need for the U.S. to provide lawful pathways for Haitians seeking … Read more
Child Protection urged as the Multinational Security Support Mission deploys to Haiti Why is Child Protection Urged in Haiti? The Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission led by Kenyan police starts deployment in Haiti. Amnesty International stresses the need for human rights safeguards to prevent violations. What are the Concerns? Lack of transparency on implementation of … Read more
In the Republic of Haiti: How did the ICRC assist in responding to protection needs in Port-au-Prince? The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) provided expert assistance in the metropolitan area of Port-au-Prince, Republic of Haiti, to address the protection needs of individuals impacted by armed violence. Key Points: ICRC’s expertise utilized in Port-au-Prince … Read more