How to Inspire Charitable Giving in Your Children
Many of us here in America are wealthy by international standards; we have clean water, climate controlled homes, and ample access to fresh, nutritious foods. Our children participate in sports, have gaming systems, swim in [...]
The story of Anaica: The Perseverance of a Mother
By Roslyn Phillips, Port Salut Learning center coordinator Early this summer, a young lady came to talk to us about her children at home. The center was a little hectic at the time, but [...]
Children in restavek are deprived from their time, childhood and intelligence
By Adeline Bienaime, Transitional Home Director Lourdy is a smart little girl who came to live with her older sister and godmother when her parents could not take care of her anymore. She helped with [...]
Hope is what makes us live
By Jennifer G.K Francois, Child Advocate When Stanley’s mother died in the 2010 earthquake, his father did not want to take care of him and placed him with his godmother. He was just 4 years old [...]
You Helped Provide a Summer of Freedom!
“I thank you for the summer camp you provided that gave me the opportunity to learn so much!’’ Mythania’s words are echoed by more than 300 other children who each experienced a [...]
7 Ways You Can Stop Slavery
Modern day slavery still exists and devastates the lives of more than 20 million people worldwide – including children, sent into slavery because their families are too poor to provide for them. All too often [...]
Interview: TripScout CEO Speaks About Restavek
Konrad Waliszewski is the CEO and co-founder of TripScout*, a company that created an app for travelers. He’s also partnered with Restavek Freedom to help raise money to buy tablets for use in Haitian schools. [...]
15,000 Haitians Gather to Fight Child Slavery
Restavek Freedom’s Songs for Freedom competition draws massive crowds to promote freedom and protection of children across the island nation.
4 Unbelievable Facts About Human Trafficking
Restavek means “to stay with,” with roots coming from a mix of Creole and French. This word is used to describe a child staying with another person or extended family member who is treated as [...]
Made in Haiti (Top Products Produced in Haiti)
The Haitian economy has been in a state of crisis for decades, with an unemployment rate of over 50% since 1991. The Haitian currency is the gourde, and as of mid-2017, one US dollar is [...]