Dr. Erlantz Hyppolite gives guided tour in Pittsburgh of Haitian art exhibit highlighting the culture and history of Haiti.
Watch: International Women’s Day Webinar with Fonkoze
Watch the Webinar Recording For 30 years, Fonkoze has should shoulder to shoulder alongside the most vulnerable women in Haiti, providing the tools, resources, and support they need to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. In observance of International Women’s Day, we gathered for a powerful conversation reflecting on this journey, celebrating the […]
Recording: Pathway to A Better Life: A Graduation Celebration Featuring Women from the Program
On Thursday, January 23, Mercy Focus on Haiti and Fonkoze brought supporters together to meet three graduates of the Chemen Lavi Miyò (CLM) “Pathway to a Better Life” program. The women shared their experiences, and the ways their lives have changed as they embark on this path out of poverty and build sustainable livelihoods. This […]
Washington DC Friendraiser Success
Board Members Host Friendraiser for Fonkoze in Washington DC The Fonkoze 30th Anniversary Friendraiser in Washington, DC, was a resounding success, raising $10,000 to support the organization’s ongoing efforts in Haiti. Special guest Francesca Momplaisir made the event even more memorable by generously donating signed copies of her book for guests who contributed additional funds. […]
Haitian Culture Celebrated in Rockport, Maine
View the Gallery Celebrating Haitian Culture in Rockport, Maine October 2024, Rockport, Maine, came alive with the vibrant colors, rhythms, and flavors of Haiti as we hosted a series of cultural events aimed at sharing the richness of Haitian heritage with our community. From a Haitian children’s book reading and musical rara around Barnswallow Books […]
30th Anniversary Friendraiser Event for Fonkoze in Washington DC
This event has passed. View the photo gallery below. Thanks to all who donated and made the event a success! View the Photo Album for highlights from the event. Stand with Haiti, Stand with Fonkoze Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024 Time: 5-7 PM Location: Cotton & Reed Distillery 1330 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 […]
Two Haitian Cultural Events by Fonkoze Come To Rockport, Maine on October 19, 2024
Two Haitian Cultural Events by Fonkoze Come to Rockport, Maine on October 19 Coming to Pascal Hall and Barnswallow Books this Fall is a celebration of Haitian culture through children’s literature, film, music and cuisine. In celebration of 30 years of empowering women in rural Haiti, Fonkoze brings this celebration of Haitian culture to the […]
Watch the Full Recording of Fonkoze’s Virtual Partner Presentation with Mercy Focus on Haiti
We are excited to share the full recording of a powerful virtual event hosted by Fonkoze in collaboration with Mercy Focus on Haiti, a ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. This presentation offers an in-depth look at one of our most impactful initiatives, the Chemen Lavi Miyò (CLM) program, which is central […]
Virtual Partner Presentation: Fonkoze CLM Program and Mercy Focus On Haiti
Virtual Partner Presentation: Fonkoze’s CLM program Featuring our partner: Mercy Focus on Haiti, a ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas Register here for the virtual event. Date: August 22 Time: 6pm ET Topic: Join Fonkoze staff in Haiti and partners from Mercy Focus on Haiti, a ministry of the Sisters of Mercy […]
Event Recap: Boston Haitian Diaspora Meet-up and Panel & Photo Gallery
Transforming Women’s Lives in Haiti: Boston Event Recap and Photo Gallery On July 12, 2024, we hosted a transformative event in Boston titled “Women at the Forefront: Transforming Women’s Lives in Haiti; Sustainable Development and Grassroots Change.” This event brought together members of the Haitian diaspora and advocates for women’s empowerment to discuss the impactful […]