Haiti

Armed gangs, extreme poverty, and a severe hunger crisis are pushing Haiti into a deep humanitarian emergency affecting millions of people.

Gang crime and violence reign over Haiti

Violence, kidnappings, and organized gang crime continue to shake Haiti. Armed groups control large parts of the capital and key transport routes. Access to healthcare is severely restricted; many hospitals and health facilities are closed, destroyed, or inaccessible due to the security situation. Many people also lack reliable access to clean drinking water, sanitation, and sufficient food—factors that increase the risk of disease outbreaks. Pregnant women, newborns, and infants are particularly affected by the dire conditions.

Natural disasters destroy livelihoods

The devastating earthquake in January 2010 claimed more than 300,000 lives and left around 1.5 million people homeless. In the years that followed, Haiti was repeatedly struck by severe natural disasters, including Hurricane Matthew in 2016, another earthquake in August 2021, and most recently severe storms. These crises have further exacerbated an already fragile situation.

In numbers: The situation in Haiti

  • Over 50% of the population lives in poverty; around 30–38% live in extreme poverty
  • The healthcare system has largely collapsed; two out of five Haitians urgently need medical assistance
  • Maternal mortality stands at around 328 deaths per 100,000 live births
  • More than 52% of the population is affected by acute food insecurity
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Health care and a better nutritional situation

action medeor's involvement in Haiti began with emergency aid following the devastating earthquake in 2010 and has continued ever since. The initial humanitarian aid has developed into long-term partnerships and development cooperation projects. One focus of action medeor's work in Haiti is to improve healthcare for pregnant women and newborns. Various projects have already trained midwives and other medical staff, built and equipped maternity wards and supported the operation of health facilities.

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