More than 6 months after the earthquake, Haitians -- and particularly Haitian women -- continue to struggle. Danielle St. Lot has held several positions in Haiti's government, and has spent much ...

But poor roads are a major problem in getting goods to markets. And, as Dumel pointed out, there are few economic opportunities available in the community. That’s also true across Haiti, where an ...

Redeploying the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti, or the MINUSTAH peacekeeping forces, can help support the development of essential economic sectors.

“While the government and the international community work on a reconstruction plan, many feel that the immediate problems facing Haitian women have slipped under the radar – even though they must ...

Violence is battering Haiti's fragile economy and causing food and water shortages A woman cooks at shelter for families displaced by gang violence, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Friday, March 8, 2024.

The objective of this session is to shed light on the role that public transport and active mobility play in women’s access to economic opportunities. The session will combine both the global and the ...

And when you understand how you can play a role in the feminist movement, you can also play a role in making the economy better too. Let’s start with some facts, courtesy of the United Nations: ...

U.S. tries to downplay role in Haiti, ... with up to 2,500 police officers and soldiers from several countries to support Haiti ... a research associate at the Washington-based Center for Economic ...

Empower Women. Expanding on the socio-economic impact of women's empowerment, studies consistently demonstrate that when women are given equal opportunities and support, they contribute ...

Valuing older women beyond their labour When asked whether older women’s rights are being protected, Reema gives a candid response: “Yes and no.” For women in the informal sector, their body is their ...