Education is Key
By Jennifer Francois, Child Advocate Caroline was born in December 1998; she has 5 brothers and 4 sisters. Caroline’s father always told her that her mother was alive, but [...]
Top 5 Restaurants in Haiti for Visitors
The cuisine of Haiti is as diverse as the history of the country itself, resulting in restaurants that specialize in everything from zesty creole dishes to sophisticated French fare. [...]
Carnival in Haiti: What is it?
Last Tuesday was the celebration of Carnival in Haiti. But what is Carnival? One of our Child Advocates, Natacha, explains what Carnival is and how it is an important [...]
When Did Haitian Creole Become an Official (or Written) Language?
If you ever find yourself in the country of Haiti, strolling the streets of Port-au-Prince or Cap-Haïtien, you may be greeted with the phrase “Bonjou” or “Alo,” both common [...]
Haiti’s Currency: Learn More About the Value and History of the Haitian Gourde
If you’ve ever spent any time in Haiti, or have an upcoming trip planned, you’ll want to understand how money is handled and what the available denominations are for [...]
Top Tourist Destinations in Haiti
In the 1970s Haiti was known as a top vacation spot among the Caribbean islands. With its beautiful beaches, underground caves, and breathtaking mountains, a visit to Haiti can [...]
What the Kids in our Program Want to Be When They Grow Up and Why
Restavek Freedom supports many different programs that work together to end the system of restavek in Haiti. We have educational resources on the radio and offer Justice Curriculum training [...]
A Heart For Helping: An Interview With Hélène Bailleul-Desodt
Ever since she was a child in France, Hélène has had a deep and innate desire to help other people. As a girl her eyes were always searching for [...]
Most Common Names in Haiti (Do You See Yours?)
The nation of Haiti is a unique blend of influences, all of which center around the way the country was founded and colonized. The recorded history of Haiti begins [...]
5 Important Aspects of Haitian Culture
The Caribbean island of Haiti has a rich history full of vivid beauty and heartbreaking tragedy. Its culture is a blend of European and African traditions stemming from the [...]