by Sheila Bethel | Jan 1, 2025 | Voices
For Haitians around the globe, the new year begins with a cherished tradition: Soupe Joumou. This hearty pumpkin soup is more than just a meal; it is a symbol of freedom, resilience, and unity. Commemorating Haiti’s independence on January 1, 1804, and rumoured to...
by Sheila Bethel | Dec 5, 2024 | Voices
“We do not define ourselves by our struggles but by our culture and resilience” DG Dominique Bazin Q: Do you think that your being from Haiti has helped to bring a perspective about the country to the rest of 7020 that they may not have had? DB: Oh,...
by Sheila Bethel | Dec 1, 2024 | Voices
That line—from The Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, beautifully captures the paradox of having vast amounts of water that are undrinkable. It’s a haunting image, and in many ways, it reflects the current global water crisis. Despite the...
by Sheila Bethel | Nov 18, 2024 | Voices
At a ceremony attended in person by local Leogâne Commune dignitaries and experts in the field plus several persons online via Zoom, the Municipal Water Action Plan for the commune was proudly presented by the assembled group. The plan is the fruition of many months...
by Sheila Bethel | Aug 27, 2024 | Voices
Water is the foundation of life. Humans need water for basic bodily functions, food production, hygiene, and maintaining ecosystems. Agriculture, which feeds the global population, relies heavily on freshwater resources, with around 70% of global water withdrawals...
