Haiti is shaken again, eleven years after the devastating earthquake that killed more than 200,000 people in 2010. The country, which is among the poorest countries in the world, was destroyed by Hurricane Matthew during the year 2016. Following these disasters and the unstable situation in Haiti, Words & Actions for Development has always actively helped Haiti to recover. After the January 2010 earthquake that killed more than 200,000 people living around the capital Port-au-Prince, the uncontrolled interventions of foreign organizations in Haiti gave the country the popular nickname of "Republic of NGOs ." In the most remote regions, victims of disasters are completely neglected by human rights actors who were not accountable to national authorities, who were unable to react to the situation, since the earthquake killed a number of officials in high positions and destroyed almost all administrative and ministerial buildings. Even today, Haiti needs our help. Once again, Words & Actions for Development is there to help the affected population. Thanks to its in-depth knowledge of the Haitian territory and its local partners, Words & Actions for Development provides assistance:
economic recovery, by providing means of production to farmers and craftsmen, in order to accelerate the reconstruction of the country and ensure food security.
To respond to the impact of the disaster while anticipating potential risks for the future, the primary objective of Words & Actions for Development is to directly help local Haitian associations that have already proven themselves and to work with local authorities.
Particular attention is paid to environmental protection and the creation of a community environment prepared for future risks: anticyclonic and anti-seismic standards for reconstruction, education of the population on appropriate responses in the event of a natural disaster. long-term reconstruction of schools for long-term reconstruction
Helping the education sector
The education sector, like many other areas, has long suffered from insufficient resources from the Haitian state. In Haiti, 34% of the population is under fifteen. Youth is Haiti's most valuable asset, but it is also the biggest problem. While the number of students is increasing, the quality of education is low.
The Haitian Ministry of Education has focused its efforts on "quality" and plans to improve teacher training, a crucial element of the education system, and to adapt programs to the demands of society. The government is not able to organize and provide an equal education system in all establishments. To support this objective, Words & Actions for Development supports the reform of the education system to improve the quality of teaching in college and in high school.
This is a problem for teachers, some of them do not have the necessary skills or do not adhere to the standards and norms necessary for effective teaching. For vocational education, it is not effective enough because it is not aligned with real demands and does not allow the integration of new graduates. Employers fail to find the skills they are looking for on the job market. Combining supply and demand is one of the biggest problems facing Haiti's economic growth. Words & Actions for Development takes up the challenge of youth employment and provides the Haitian economy with the appropriate capacities to meet the demands of its businesses, large and small. Poor quality education has a direct impact on the future of children since around 15% of them repeat a year or drop out of school.
The private sector is responsible for 80% of primary schools, which enroll the majority of children at this age. In 2015, more than 200,000 children were not yet enrolled in schools. Today, the majority of schools in the country are private and run by religious groups as well as non-profit or non-governmental organizations. Apart from out-of-school youth, the country also has a large number of students in primary schools, leading to infrastructure and enrollment challenges despite the country's 17,000 teachers and 100,000 schools.
In addition to children who are not in class, the country also has an abundance of students in elementary schools, which creates an infrastructure and staffing challenge despite the number of schools in the country and its 100,000 teachers. The state of the education system has improved considerably over the past ten years, with the literacy rate rising to 60.7%. However, the high percentage of private schools charging tuition fees is a real problem for many families, in addition to the costs of transport, school materials and uniforms required.
Support rural development
More than 50% of the Haitian population lives in cities. In the Port-au-Prince region, 80% of the urban area is made up of slums with limited access to drinking water and other essential services. The agricultural sector is responsible for almost a quarter of the country's GDP. 60% of the population is employed in the agricultural sector. Despite its potential, this sector faces challenges in its development, including complicated water management, land fragmentation, tenure insecurity, market access problems and a high degree of trade liberalization which promotes imports at lower cost. These obstacles are compounded by population growth and climate change, which makes Haiti particularly vulnerable. As a result, production is struggling to meet domestic market demand. Cereal supply depends on imports for more than 50% of the total. It is therefore crucial to increase food security.
FAQ
1. What happened in Haiti?
On January 1, 2010, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. The epicenter was only 16 km from Port-au-Prince and was followed by many aftershocks. Some 250,000 people were killed, 300,000 injured and more than a million left homeless. The earthquake destroyed much of the country's infrastructure. The United Nations estimates that some $10 billion is needed to restore basic services. However, only $3 billion has been pledged so far by international donors at a conference in New York on June 23, 2010, half of what is needed for reconstruction.
2. What can I do to help haiti?
Haiti is a beautiful country, with warm and gracious people. It's a place where life is good, where hard work pays off, where families are united and where neighbors are friendly. And yet, there are times when Haiti seems like an endless cycle of tragedy and suffering. When natural disasters strike – like the 2010 earthquake or the subsequent cholera outbreak – Haitians find themselves without basic necessities like food, water and shelter. The best thing you can do is help Haitians help themselves by giving them the tools they need to rebuild their lives. Your donation will allow these efforts to continue.
3. How can I donate for haiti?
Haiti is in need. The country's infrastructure was badly affected by the earthquake and the cholera epidemic. There are many ways to help Haiti: Donate Words & Actions for Development Volunteer your time or your skills. Help spread the word about Haiti by posting a message on your Facebook page or blog, or tweeting about it using hashtags like #haiti, #quakehaiti ou #haitielecctr.
4. How can I get involved in Habitat for Haiti?
If you wish to participate in the action of Habitat for Haiti, you can do so in several ways:
-You can make a donation online or by mail.
-You can donate your time (or organize a group of volunteers) during one of their next builds. -You can donate building materials or tools that can be used during construction.
5. How can I help Haiti in the long term?
The situation in Haiti is extreme and complex. Before making a donation, it is important to be familiar with the organization you wish to support. Immediate donations are important to provide relief to affected populations. But the biggest challenge is meeting the demand for land and providing basic health care and essential services to people who have been displaced. To do this, we need more funds to finance interventions on the ground. You can allocate your donations to projects that aim to meet immediate needs in terms of housing, food and drinking water or even support access to health care, in particular for vulnerable families and people suffering from post shock syndrome. -traumatic (TBS). Most people affected by the earthquake and tsunami in Haiti focus on immediate reconstruction, but there are other ways to help victims. More and more people are starting to make a long-term commitment and think about ways to prevent future disasters and help improve people's quality of life in the worst possible situation.
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