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Carrefour | Kwen Pawòl Lib: towards the 19th exit

Kwen Pawòl Lib is preparing to start the new year in style. The nineteenth exit, the first of the year, is scheduled for this Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. at Caroline Bar, Mon Repos 38, Carrefour. This socio-cultural initiative, which aims to bring together people of all ages, offers a space for dialogue where participants can exchange and reflect on societal, environmental, etc. topics and issues. For this edition, Kwen Pawòl Lib will have the honor of welcoming a distinguished speaker: Gutenberg Destin. A psychologist by training, Gutenberg Destin is one of the instigators of Ribanbèl Timoun, a space dedicated to the well-being and relaxation of children. Sensitized to environmental issues, he is currently pursuing studies in geography at the University Institute of Sciences and leads numerous training courses for national and international institutions, including UNESCO, on risk and disaster management. Alongside Jean Rony Charles, who will moderate this 19th issue, the discussion will focus on the theme: "Natural disasters do not exist...". This meeting promises to be rich and essential, especially in a context where Haïti is among the most vulnerable countries facing environmental challenges. Come in large numbers! Author: Estriplet Millor Restitution of the content creation workshop: Carrefour, behind the scenes.

Haitian Pain Patate: Traditional Soft Recipe with Sweet Potato and Coconut Milk

Haitian pain patate is a staple of traditional Haitian cuisine, often prepared for special occasions, holidays, or simply for the pleasure of enjoying a homemade dessert rich in flavor. This soft cake made with sweet potato, coconut milk, banana, and a savory blend of spices delights with its melt-in-the-mouth texture and irresistible aroma. Easy to make and full of character, pain patate is a true Proust madeleine for many Haitians. Whether you’re looking for comfort food or eager to discover a classic Caribbean pastry, this recipe will guide you step by step to successfully make this iconic Haitian dessert.

Moïse François: A young Haitian journalist committed to literature and social development

Moïse François is a young Haitian journalist, poet and law student at the State University of Haiti. He was born on November 13, 1999 in Port-au-Prince and is the eldest of a family of three children. He grew up between his hometown and Camp-Perrin, a small town in southern Haiti. Moïse François is a young Haitian with a remarkable academic and professional background, showing a deep passion for literature, journalism, social commitment and justice. He embodies this type of dynamic young person that the thirst of any great human society demands. Moïse claims above all to be a surveyor of the countries of his read books. "Literature, the kind that sets free, is my first home. I frequented Prague under the Soviet occupation of Milan Kundera, thanks to its literature, much better than some corners of Port-au-Prince, my hometown, largely plunged into horror and constant fear," he says. His great literary culture has largely contributed to his open-mindedness, his survival in this country and his impressive creativity.

50 Young Haitian Women Trained in Digital Technology: BIZNISLIFE & UHDES Pave the Way for a New Generation of Leaders!

On February 2, 2025, a new initiative promoting women’s empowerment was launched with the launch of a digital skills training program, led by BIZNISLIFE and UHDES (Haitian Emergency for Economic and Social Development). This ambitious project aims to train and support 50 young women from the Nippes department in the digital world, offering them a gateway to promising professional opportunities.

Port-au-Prince Book Fair: Triumph of books in the Haitian capital

The second edition of the Port-au-Prince Book Fair is scheduled for Friday, December 13, 2024, at the premises of the French Institute in Haiti, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. "Politics, dictatorship and literature in Haiti" is the theme chosen for this second edition. "We chose this theme because of the senior authors who should be with us for this edition. These themes are very present through their works," Emmanuel Pacorme, general coordinator of the organization behind the fair, told us. Indeed, this great literary celebration, which is mainly for the benefit of young authors, will be delighted with the presence of three of the greatest contemporary Haitian writers, a reference to the immortals Marc Exavier, Évelyne Trouillot and Dédé Dorcely.

Haïti Wonderland: How to Rewrite the Narrative of Haïti on the Web?

For the last three decades the internet has transformed the way people live, access information and promote worthy causes. Institutions that embrace this technology lead the way in their respective industries and last, while countries that embrace this technology and wisely implement it enable themselves to thrive and build sustainable economies. After decades of existence, the internet has been shared with mainly two groups of people; those who use it as a tool to build, and those who use it as a tool of destruction. Those who see the internet as a bridge to make a positive impact in the world and those who see it as the comfy bed to never leave, hence, the difference between the consumer and producer. Unfortunately our beloved home, Haiti, has been of the former mindset. Is it a lack of vision, lack of skills and competences or is it lack of hard working individuals? Regardless what it is or had been for decades, now is the time to change the paradigm on all fronts necessary and reshape the future. If the past decades have been ruled by non-production and negative press, now is the time to change the paradigm by producing and using the limitless of the web to sell the beauty, the culture and the greatness of Haïti to the rest of the world. If the past has been ruled with a selective truth and an effort to showcase the worst and by extension create the worst narrative, now, my fellow Haitian, regardless of where you are on this planet, is the time for us to undertake this mission, to take responsibility and recreate the narrative of our mother land. A narrative based on truth and transparency, a narrative that tells the story of who we are and certainly who we are not, a narrative to invite the world to explore and see for themselves. It is our duty. If not now, when? If not you and I, then, who? Our main mission at Haïti Wonderland is to rewrite the narrative of Haïti on the web. Then use the internet to bring Haïti back to the top of the touristic destination map once again. Those are what motivate us, the oxygen that we breath, they are the reason we wake up in the morning and fight. We didn’t choose this path because we know it will be easy but we choose it because: 1. It is a noble cause 2. It is necessary and 3. It must be done. But must importantly we take this path because we know you and every Haitian in this world, who knows the truth about Haïti are tired with what you see when typing Haïti on the web, and at the same time understand that something must change, and it must be done as soon as possible. We know you are ready for this, and together we will change the narrative of Haïti on the web and we will bring Haïti back to the top of the touristic destination map. This is a call of duty to you, regardless of your field of endeavor or where you’re located in this world. This is a call to join (http://haitiwonderland.com) to first see for yourself the movement you’re joining, then create your own account and start creating and sharing. Together we will rewrite the narrative of Haïti on the web. Thank you for joining this worthy cause. Let’s invite the world to discover the true face of Haiti.