“Stay in the Fight” has been the cry of Back2Back staff since the global pandemic began. From virtual tutoring lessons, to food and hygiene pack deliveries, staff teams around the world have stepped up in innovative ways, providing ongoing holistic care for every child. In addition to the pandemic, Haiti has been under great duress-… Read more
The children at Harvest Care Children’s Home recently participated in a day they affectionately call “Funny Day.” In reality, it is a day planned by the psychologist for fun and intentional conversation. The captain of the home, Weekenson Moise, and staff psychologist, Stephanie Pierre, wanted a day for the children to have safe space to… Read more
Haiti has suffered great turmoil in the last several months. Political unrest, COVID breakouts, the president’s assassination, tropical storms, and a sizable earthquake have made day-to-day life difficult and unpredictable. For students across the country, navigating educational changes in the midst of these challenges has caused stress. A young man in the Haiti Hope Program… Read more
On August 14th, a magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck Haiti about 80 miles west of Back2Back’s campus and partnering children’s homes. No structural damage was present as a result of the earthquake, but staff and children did feel the effects, even 80 miles away. In response to the earthquake, and how the children might be feeling… Read more
Kerby Abelard, the Facilities and Construction Manager for Back2Back Haiti’s site, stood outside the property on a hot, sunny day. As he stood still to rest for a moment, he noticed a small group of women walking. They carried large water jugs with them, empty as they moved from Canaan (the property across from Back2Back’s… Read more
Back2Back Haiti recently made an exciting announcement! Jimmy Francois, long-time staff member with Back2Back, was named the Site Director! Jimmy’s longevity with the organization and the dedication with which he has served the vulnerable child in Haiti made him a natural choice. Recently, Jimmy shared his feelings about accepting this new role. “Thank you for… Read more
Change and growth are inevitable parts of life. When partnering children’s homes welcome vulnerable children, they are hopeful for both change and growth. Recently, a partnering children’s home in Haiti experienced significant change. Three of the older boys entered the Hope Education Program and moved to a new space, with new faces. Around the same… Read more
Sponsorship provides many things to children at partnering children’s homes around the world. Nutritious foods, a room to call their own, necessary school supplies, and spiritual development are just a few ways children receive care through dedicated giving. Another valuable piece of sponsorship and what it offers is medical care. Recently, Eddyson Mardy, Back2Back staff,… Read more
Earth Day is an internationally recognized day that celebrates and demonstrates support for environmental protection. This year, children at a partnering children’s home in Haiti gathered with a local agronomist to celebrate Earth Day in a unique way. Weekenson Moise, Back2Back staff, wanted to celebrate the day and offer the children an investment opportunity in… Read more
Pops of color and the waving streamers stuck out against a crisp, blue Haitian sky. Giggles from the children who fashioned the handmade kites rang out, and Back2Back staff took in the moment before explaining the purpose behind kite flying. It was an Easter celebration for children at a partnering children’s home, but the lessons… Read more