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Melchie Daëlle Dumornay: the Haitian nugget in the running for the title of best CONCACAF player
Melchie Daëlle Dumornay: the Haitian nugget in the running for the title of best CONCACAF player
Melchie Daëlle Dumornay: the Haitian nugget in the running for the title of best CONCACAF player

Melchie Daëlle Dumornay: the Haitian nugget in the running for the title of best CONCACAF player

Haiti, a country often associated with its socio-economic challenges, also has an incredible wealth of talent and potential in various fields, including sports. One of the brightest jewels in this treasure is Melchie Dumornay, a young footballer who has just been voted CONCACAF MVP. This prestigious title highlights not only her exceptional abilities, but also the enormous potential that Haïti has to impress the world.

Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay

An Incomparable Talent

Born on August 17, 2003 in Mirebalais, Melchie Dumornay, nicknamed "Corventina", quickly showed a natural aptitude for football. From a young age, she demonstrated an extraordinary technique, an impressive vision of the game and a remarkable agility that captured the attention of scouts and football fans around the world. Her ability to dribble, pass and score goals made her a feared and respected player on the field.

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Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay

Brilliant Career

Melchie began her professional career with the Haitian club AS Tigresses, where she quickly got noticed. Her talent propelled her onto the international scene, and she had the opportunity to play for Stade de Reims in France, where she continues to shine. Her journey is an inspiring example for many young Haitians who dream of following in her footsteps and making a career in sports.

Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay

International Recognition

Voted CONCACAF’s best player, Melchie Dumornay has received well-deserved recognition for her exceptional performances. This title is further proof of her immense talent and contribution to women’s football. It also highlights Haiti’s ability to produce world-class athletes, capable of competing at the highest level.

Conference / Festival Quatre Chemins / 21st edition
Conference / Festival Quatre Chemins / 21st edition

Conference / Festival Quatre Chemins / 21st edition

The impact of collective and individual trauma on the personal development of young people in Port-au-Prince While writers, actors, dancers, poets, among others, have gratified us with their performances, the master’s degree student in psychology at the Faculty of Human Sciences (FASCH), Lourdya Blaise, spoke with the audience about trauma. Structured around the theme "Youth and Trauma, analysis of the impact of collective and individual trauma on the personal development of young people living in Port-au-Prince between 2010-2024", this conference gave rise to enriching discussions. During this meeting, moderated by Michaël Formilus, Ms. Blaise showed how the events that have taken place in the country have caused cases of trauma among Haitians. According to the student, citing the American Psychological Association, we speak of trauma as a consequence of trauma. The latter is explained by the fact that we feel threatened, whether it is the person in question or their loved ones. However, she specifies that a collective trauma remains depending on the impact that the event has on the individual. To illustrate her remarks, she mentioned the earthquake of January 12, 2010, considered a collective trauma, insofar as it still occupies our minds. This tragedy reminds us of the disappearance of our loved ones and enormous losses. This is the case of a trauma that becomes a collective trauma. For the student, it should be emphasized that when an event occurs, some people are traumatized and others are not. According to him, the violence of armed gangs is not perceived in the same way, says Ms. Blaise. There are people who have fled their homes but are not traumatized. In fact, some people see traumatic situations as a passing event, she says. The speaker also spoke about collective trauma, which, according to him, preoccupies the mind, even if we no longer experience it. It manifests itself in several forms: lack of sleep, fear psychosis, intrusive thoughts, intense heartbeat, etc. Generally, symptoms related to trauma are hard to die. When it persists, it becomes acute stress. To deal with it, we must talk to other people. If the situation persists, acute stress turns into a phase of post-traumatic stress; in this case, we must confide in a trusted person or go see a mental health specialist, she advises. In her presentation, Lourdya Bazile also drew attention to the psychological state of children in these times. According to the presenter, children are also facing this crisis situation, even if they do not talk about it to their parents. As much as adults, children also plan their future. Faced with flouted school years, they become pensive and worried, she stressed. They withdraw. The child who used to be brilliant can become violent and perform less well at school. Parents are called upon to listen to them and understand them. A good moment of exchange, rich in practical advice. The audience participated fully. In turn, the presenter invites them to breathe better and meditate. "We live in a country where worries mix, we must take time for ourselves, do sports, eat well, make sure that the sleeping space is clean and take time for ourselves. There is more than one way to find calm," recalls the psychologist. Gertrude Jean-Louis

Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay

An Ambassador of Dreams and Hopes

Beyond her skills on the field, Melchie is an extraordinary ambassador for Haiti. She embodies hope and inspiration for a new generation of athletes. Her success shows that, despite the difficulties, it is possible to achieve your dreams with talent, determination and hard work. She represents a positive image of Haitian youth, capable of conquering the world by their own means.

Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay
Haïti : Melchie Daëlle Dumornay

A Positive Message for the Future

Melchie Dumornay’s success sends a powerful message: Haïti has much to offer the world. Whether it is athletic, artistic, cultural or intellectual talent, the country is full of young people ready to excel on the international stage. Melchie’s recognition by CONCACAF is just the beginning. More will follow, proving that Haiti’s potential is immense and inexhaustible.

In celebrating Melchie Dumornay, we also celebrate the resilience, passion and talent of a country that, despite its challenges, continues to amaze and inspire. May his journey be a constant reminder of Haiti’s hidden treasures and a source of pride for all his compatriots.

Living in Prose and Poetry: an unmissable summer event in Port-au-Prince.
Living in Prose and Poetry: an unmissable summer event in Port-au-Prince.

Living in Prose and Poetry: an unmissable summer event in Port-au-Prince.

Living in Prose and Poetry is an artistic and cultural event organized by the cultural organization Salon de Livre de Port-au-Prince (OCSLPAP) with the aim of bringing together young artists from the Haitian capital to exhibit them to a large audience . This edition will take place on Saturday July 27, 2024, at the pyépoudré cultural center, located at number 332 on the Route de Bourne. This year the organizers announce their mission is to bring together talents from various categories of arts, always with the aim of helping them to become familiar with each other, and to help create a solid link between them and the Haitian public. . The categories targeted by the organizers for this second edition are young poets, slammers, comedians, rappers, dancers, singers, painters, and writers who have already published at least one work. Living in prose and poetry will also be an opportunity to encourage Haitian youth to think. The first part of the event will be devoted to a discussion around a text by the famous Haitian writer Louis Philippe Dalembert, entitled The Other Face of the Sea. It is a novel which carefully addresses the subject of immigration and detachment that goes with it in the immigrant’s skin. It is a book that speaks openly to the reality of the Haitian people today. It has already been announced that this first part will be moderated by the journalist and literary critic Carl Pierrecq who works for the short story writer, and moderation will be provided by Pierre Marie, a young sociology student at the Faculty of Human Sciences (FASCH). After a largely successful first edition which took place in May 2023 in the premises of the municipal library of Delmas, the organizers of living in prose and poetry say they are determined and have made the promise for this year to deliver to the public port-au -princien, a cultural event of exceptional scale for the second outing. Once again, this will be the perfect opportunity to celebrate the great richness of Haitian culture through the organs of our young talents. Given the difficult context, manifested by the almost daily situation of insecurity which has prevailed for some time, in a good part of Port-au-Prince, the announcement of this event comes as a fresh breath of oxygen, scattered throughout the within the lungs of the city. It is yet another opportunity to remind through this artistic festivity that even in times of deep unrest, art will remain an indispensable light, because even in times of crisis, the latter and the artist (its channel of diffusion) will become refuges, sources of comfort and appeasement for all human souls.

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