“It is up to us to change the culture of violence against these women”- Marliene Bastien

The Haitian immigrant community in Miami is optimistic toward President Barack Obama but disappointed the new administration has not yet granted the long-awaited Temporary Protected Status. TPS would allow Haitians to work in the United States legally and send money home to their families.

It is only recently that the dream of owning a home has become a reality for Haitian immigrants. Non-profit organizations like Little Haiti Housing Association are part of the growing network aimed at improving the lives of the Haitian community in Miami.

Viter Juste, called “The Father of Little Haiti” in the Haitian community, moved his family to Miami, many Haitians in New York followed suit.