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A doctor has been serving one of Baltimore’s poorest neighborhoods for decades — and if his patients can’t pay, that’s OK with him.
So when he was diagnosed with cancer, his community rallied to raise $100,000 for his treatments.
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Un très bon entretien. Ni chaine ni Maitre, c'est un film à voir et à revoir. #travaildemémoire
FESPACO 2025 : ce qu'il faut savoir sur le film - NI CHAINE NI MAITRE - de Simon MOUNTAIROU hc2tv.bj/2025/02/21/fespaco-…
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Must read piece from @haitiharlem
‘We need ’em worse than they need us’: how Haitian workers feed the US | US farm workers | The Guardian theguardian.com/us-news/2024…
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we don’t own the earth
don’t own the earth
we killing each other
over some lines in the dirt
we bleed the same blood
feel the same hurt
Palestinian life
does it have the same worth?
Good read on why #RoadSafety is a key public health, economic development issue that policymakers across Africa must address. Motorcycle delivery platforms also play an important role in making sure their staff have access to safe, certified helmets.
Africa is the most affected by road crashes, with a traffic fatality rate of 19.5 deaths per 100,000 people compared to other parts of the world.
See @AfricaRenewal info on how African countries can reduce this number and achieve road safety targets. un.org/africarenewal/magazin…
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Safer roads for all + effective policies ensure that young people and communities thrive and can support local economies. In Uganda, we work with @ROSACU to elevate road safety on the national agenda + advance lifesaving policies. #ATF2024 #RoadSafety
This beautifully written piece by @rgay covers the long history of racist, anti-Haitian rhetoric in the U.S. The Haitian revolution, the early days of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and the disparate treatment of #Haitian immigrants from both sides of the aisle are all interconnected.
Pitch perfect piece by @rgay on the recent hideous and baseless claims about Haitian immigrants. Cover the whole damn thing: The Haitian Question | The New Yorker newyorker.com/news/the-lede/…
Powerful quote from Dessalines: "We have dared to be free. Let us dare to be so by ourselves and for ourselves." Devwad memwa.
Happy Birthday Jean-Jacques Dessalines 🎊 🇭🇹
Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a towering figure of the Haitian Revolution, is honored as one of the founding fathers of Haiti and a symbol of resilience. After Toussaint Louverture was captured in 1802, Dessalines took command of the revolutionary forces. His leadership led to the defeat of Napoleon’s troops in the decisive Battle of Vertières in 1803. On January 1, 1804, Dessalines declared Haiti the first independent Black republic, breaking the chains of colonialism and slavery.
Later that year, Dessalines proclaimed himself Emperor Jacques I, ruling under the constitution of 1805. His reign laid the foundation for Haiti’s sovereignty, though his leadership style was marked by his strong stance on protecting Haitian independence.
Dessalines’ legacy is immense—he was a fierce advocate for the complete abolition of slavery and sought to empower the formerly enslaved people of Haiti. To Haitians, Dessalines represents freedom, courage, and the unyielding spirit of independence.
His declaration of “Liberty or Death” still echoes in the collective memory, reminding the world that Haiti’s fight was not just for national independence but for the dignity of all oppressed people.
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The deadline for applications to the 3rd World Youth Assembly for Road Safety has been extended until 4th October 2024 💥
The process easier and you have more time to complete the requirements 🙌
wyaroadsafety.org
Check out this thread for more details! ⬇️
Thanks for sharing your insights from the @AfDB_Group Transport Forum. Road crashes are the leading cause of death for children + youth. We all have a role to play to reverse this trend. Road safety saves lives & accelerates inclusive economic growth across Africa. #ATF2024
I have represented @IncubatorGHAI at the Africa Transport Forum 2024 18th -19th September happening now in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire with a theme “ Africa on the move - Accelerating Sustainable Transport & Logistics connectivity”
Thanks for shining a spotlight on the many contributions of #Haitians to the civil rights movement. The wise words of Desdunes still ring true today: "It is more noble and dignified to fight, no matter what, than to show a passive attitude of resignation."
Ever hear of Rodolphe Lucien Desdunes? A prominent Haitian editor, author, and civil rights activist from New Orleans, he is best known for his work in the Plessy v. Ferguson trial, he combated laws segregating blacks and whites in public spaces. haiti.org/dt_team/rodolphe-l…
ALT Rodolphe Lucien Desdunes
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Today my thoughts are of Captain Alix Idrache, a US Army helicopter pilot, who graduated at the top of his West Point class with a degree in physics in 2016.
He's also a Haitian immigrant.
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Haitian solders risked & gave their lives fighting alongside the Patriots during the American Revolution in 1779. This monument in downtown Savannah honors their service. Several who served in the American war for independence would later fight in the war for Haitian independence
As a Haitian American, this is infuriating. Let's speak out about the long history of anti-Haitian propaganda & racist rhetoric towards #Haitians. We've seen this playbook before.
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When #Haitians fought off the shackles of slavery & established the first black independent republic in the Western Hemisphere they were demonized, dehumanized & debased.
In the early days of the Aids epidemic, Haitians were vilified, scapegoated & stigmatized. And the list goes on... Break the cycle. Stand with #Haitians
Anti Haitian sentiment is not new. This is history repeating itself. When Haiti became the first black republic in the Western Hemisphere, the U.S., France & other colonial powers spouted similar propaganda, racist rhetoric about Haitians we're hearing now.
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Haitian minorities in Ohio are experiencing an alarming rise in threats and harassment. This escalation, fueled by far-right rhetoric and seen here on X, demands urgent attention. Both the Haitian community and political leaders must come together to address this growing hostility and ensure the safety of Haitians everywhere. Stronger advocacy and swift action are crucial to protect Haitian lives, not only in Ohio but across the world.