Haiti
World Renew has been working in Haiti since 1975, supporting local partners and communities through leadership training and programming in food security and agriculture, economic opportunity, and disaster response.
WHAT WE DO
An incredible artistic tradition, cloud forests, and unique culture are just some of the lesser-known aspects of Haiti. While Haiti is the first Caribbean nation to attain sovereignty, it has been plagued by political instability, violence, and poverty. Haiti is one of the most vulnerable countries to natural disasters, mainly hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes—and it remains the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. More than 4 million Haitians, nearly half the population, experience chronic food insecurity. World Renew’s work in Haiti focuses on improving literacy rates and livelihoods, addressing hunger through sustainable agriculture, and providing disaster response to communities in need.
RENEWING HOPE: CHANGING STORIES OF POVERTY
“My children and I had to flee from gang violence. I spent days looking for food and other essential items for my children and the two other families that joined us here [in Morcou]. We are so grateful that World Renew came [after the earthquake struck] to Morcou with food, hygiene and dental kits, and sanitary items distributed to the families. I am very glad to have met its staff and to have been [shown kindness] in receiving those items. . .”
— Monique, disaster survivor and mother
