Haiti continues to face trial and unrest as a country. Back2Back staff are not allowing these external forces to interfere with encouraging young adults toward future growth.
“We have so much hope,” shared Lyonel Jules, Haiti’s Hope Program Captain. “Students who came from institutionalized living are now in Hope Program homes with safe adults, and we are watching them develop skills and competencies before our very eyes.”
A key way staff are empowering students is through professional programs and internships. Staff are leaning into hope, coming alongside students, helping them pursue education and vocational training.
“We see hope in the students,” Lyonel shared. “They have a desire to do their best and invest in their own learning. We know education opens doors for opportunities while also combating the appeal of gang involvement and activity. Education is the best tool and weapon to wield in the face of obstacles, and the students are understanding that firsthand.”
As staff help students identify their areas of interest and capability, the young adults of Haiti Back2Back serves are choosing internships and job opportunities that will help them flourish in their future endeavors. Students are pursuing a wide variety of programs, illustrating how broadened their views of themselves and their futures have become. As they see more clearly the possibilities open for them, they excitedly step into spaces that peak and feed their passions and abilities.
Please join Back2Back in prayer over the group of students currently diving into opportunities in the following areas: computer engineering, agronomy, civil engineering, computer science, cooking & pastry, sewing & tailoring, cosmetology, administration & finance, advanced computer technology, and truck & trailer driving. Pray they will trust God to see their dreams come to fruition and always remember their competence and the team of people cheering them on every step of the way.
