The Haiti Connection initiates coalitions, and provides information and support for collaborative educational, medical, and spiritual projects.
Information Systems
We establish networks, research and evaluate information for the web site’s lists of resources, and sponsor an annual conference. We respond to inquires and urgent requests for disaster relief.
Clean Water Project
Safe drinking water is vital to prevent parasites that cause dehydration, malnutrition and even death. The Clean Water Project is a multiphase project. Phase I is to work with schools that have clean water systems to have students make clean water filters for their homes. Another goal of the project is to share information about water organizations and water projects, in order to encourage collaboration. See our list of organizations and projects.
Medical Projects
The Connection organizes collaborative projects for medical and health-care professionals, initiated the Haiti Health Coalition and provides medical and surgical supplies for emergencies after disasters. Protocols for immunizations are posted on the web site. Associates provide program plans to establish and maintain clinics and hospitals. We distribute donated medical books, equipment, and supplies. The Water Quality Project provides information on resources for clean water systems.
Educational Projects
Volunteers with our Computer Project install software in donated computers that we send to clinics and schools; some on rugged mountain ridges, or beside fields of sugar cane, or to schools in crowded cities. We collect musical instruments, footballs, and books in French. The Haiti Education Coalition posts resources for schools of excellence.
Spiritual Support
Our faith is our foundation. Members of the Connection are of many faiths and creeds who worship together on rugged mountain ridges, by deep blue seas, or under a canopy of protective sky and trees. We learn about tenacity, dignity, and respect. We encourage and support one another.
Contributions
We appreciate your prayers, support, and encouragement. Our most urgent needs are school supplies, sterile surgical supplies, microscopes, and reading glasses. Please go to our Contributions page for additional information on how individuals and organizations can contribute their talents, gifts, and donations.