At Restavek Freedom, we are a collective of advocates, community leaders, volunteers, students, and parents, united by a single mission: to bring an end to child slavery in Haiti. Since our founding in 2007, relationships have been at the heart of our work. We believe that meaningful change happens through the trust and connection we build with the children and families we serve.
We strive to create sustainable solutions that uplift entire communities. By offering pathways to education, justice training, economic development, and other locally-led initiatives, we work to ensure that every child’s rights are protected. Our holistic approach recognizes that in order for a child to thrive, the entire community must thrive as well.
Today, with over 100 Haitian employees spanning five departments throughout the country, we are deeply rooted in the fabric of Haiti society. Our goal is to expand this impact so that every child, regardless of circumstances, can realize their fullest potential.
Today, Restavek Freedom employs roughly 100 Haitian staff across five different departments to bring forth this work.
Mendelson – CHild Advocacy Coordinator
Emmanuela – Director of Southwest Region
Jasmithe – Les Cayes CHild Advocacy Coordinator
Roslyn Phillips – Director of Regional Development
Ray Conn – Co-Founder
Joan Conn – Executive Director & Co-Founder
Camila Warren – CFO & Child Advocacy Director
Jason Unze — Incoming Director
Dawn Johnson – Grants Manager
Emily Iddings – Director of Donor Engagement & Design
Fatou Tall – Accountant
Alex Bourdeau – Measurement & Evaluations Specialist
Phillip Dunn – Child Sponsorship Coordinator
Lauren Neal — Communications Strategist
Ray Conn – Chairman and President
Joan Conn – Executive Director
Steve Bosman – Board Member
Christine Lee Buchholz – Treasurer
Christina Guerin – Board Member
Benjamin Hautt – Board Member
Randy Landis – Board Member
Karen Moen — Board Member