Education in Haiti
We believe that education is the single most important investment we can make for the future of Haiti. Education is knowledge gain. Education develops in us a new perspective and a new way of seeing life. It gives us the capability of interpreting things, among other things. But unfortunately, lack of education is one of Haiti's root causes of poverty and violence.
In the Western Hemisphere, Haiti has the lowest literacy rate. Compared to the 92% average literacy rate of the Latin American and Caribbean countries, Haiti has a literacy rate of 61%. Haitian women have a literacy rate of 58.3%. In comparison, Haitian men have a literacy rate of 65.3%.
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Causes of low literacy rates:
More than 80% of primary schools are in the private sector—many cannot afford to obtain an education.
What We're Doing About It
We provide elementary education and literacy resources to adult women who are embedded in a culture of poverty and lack the literacy skills needed to satisfy everyday demands in their families, workplaces, and communities.
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Empower women through education and uplift the status of women in the communities.
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Advocate for women's rights to gain access to a fair and equitable education.
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Address the educational needs of women and girls in rural communities by providing adult literacy courses and job-oriented vocational training.
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Provide scholarships and/or financial support to youth in rural communities.
