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Haiti Institute for Development & Cooperation

Advancing Haiti Through Development and Cooperation.

We develop initiatives, build strategic partnerships, and mobilize resources to support sustainable development and improve opportunities for Haitian communities worldwide.

  • International institution

  • Haiti-focused development

  • Global Haitian network

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Introduction

An institution built to create, connect and implement.

HIDC is an independent institution committed to advancing Haiti's development and improving opportunities for Haitians worldwide. We design and implement our own initiatives, develop strategic partnerships across countries, and connect Haitians in Haiti and throughout the diaspora.

Mission

To design, develop, and establish innovative initiatives and development projects across multiple sectors, mobilizing resources, expertise, and strategic partnerships to advance Haiti and improve the well-being of Haitian communities worldwide.

Vision

A stronger, more prosperous, and sustainable Haiti where communities have access to opportunities, resources, and partnerships that support long-term development.

Why HIDC

Three roles, one institution for Haiti.

International institution

Developing strategic partnerships across countries.

Haiti-focused development

Creating initiatives that address the country's challenges and opportunities.

Global Haitian network

Connecting Haitians in Haiti and throughout the diaspora.

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Areas of work

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Departments

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Proposed initiatives

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Languages

Areas of Work

Twelve areas of work, one commitment to Haiti.

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Education and Human Development

Expanding access to quality learning, skills and lifelong opportunities for Haitians at every stage of life.

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Economic Development and Entrepreneurship

Supporting enterprise, employment and inclusive economic growth in Haitian communities.

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Technology and Innovation

Harnessing digital tools and innovation to solve local challenges and open new opportunities.

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Environment and Climate Action

Protecting Haiti's natural resources and building resilience to climate risks and disasters.

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Agriculture and Food Security

Strengthening Haitian agriculture, rural livelihoods and access to nutritious food.

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Health and Well-being

Improving access to health services, prevention and psychosocial support.

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Governance and Institutional Development

Contributing to effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at local and national levels.

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Peace and Security

Supporting community safety, social cohesion and peaceful conflict resolution.

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Culture and Heritage

Preserving and promoting Haiti's rich history, arts, language and cultural heritage.

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Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

Advancing equal opportunity for women, girls, persons with disabilities and marginalised groups.

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International Relations and Cooperation

Building strategic partnerships across countries to mobilise knowledge and resources for Haiti.

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Community Development

Working with communities to identify their priorities and turn them into practical local projects.

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Initiatives & Projects

Featured initiatives

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HIDC creates and implements its own initiatives. Each project is clearly labelled by its implementation status.

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Flagship initiative · First Edition · 500 FamiliesIn Development

Nourish Haiti

A humanitarian initiative by the Haiti Institute for Development and Cooperation. Nourishing Families. Supporting Communities. The first edition aims to distribute extended household food packages to 500 vulnerable families across multiple communities in Port-au-Prince, in a one-day distribution organised by HIDC in collaboration with local partners.

  1. 500 food packages

  2. Several communities

  3. Donors · Volunteers · Partners

  4. Transparency & dignity

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HIDC

Our approach to development

  1. 1

    Identify needs

    Understand development challenges and community priorities.

  2. 2

    Design initiatives

    Develop concepts, objectives, budgets and implementation strategies.

  3. 3

    Mobilize resources

    Identify donors, partners, expertise and logistical resources.

  4. 4

    Establish partnerships

    Build collaboration with local and international stakeholders.

  5. 5

    Implement projects

    Coordinate the execution of initiatives with partners and communities.

  6. 6

    Measure impact

    Monitor results, evaluate outcomes and report transparently.

International cooperation

Haiti's progress depends on meaningful cooperation. HIDC works to build partnerships with international organisations, governments, universities, foundations and the private sector — always anchored in Haitian priorities.

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Community engagement

Our work begins in communities. Through consultations and local partnerships, residents help define the projects that matter most to them.

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Build Haiti's future with us.

We invite institutions, organisations and individuals who share our commitment to Haiti to collaborate with HIDC.