Haiti

4th Annual Healthcare Fundraiser for Rural Haiti | April 27

Submitted by Gabrielle Joffe on Mon, 04/22/2013 - 8:56pm

4th Annual Healthcare Fundraiser for Rural Haiti

WHEN: This Saturday, April 27th; 6:00-10:00PM

WHERE: Sant Bel Vi, 6 Frontenac Street, Dorchester, MA 02124

WHY: Support the 8th Annual Lila Foundation Health Fair taking place June 2 – June 9, 2013

Foire de Santé - Health Fair - June 2-June 9th, 2013

For over 5 years, the Health Fair has been promoting wellness by administering medication, conducting health examinations, and raising awareness.  In the aftermath of the earthquake, LiLa Foundation Health Fair experienced an 800% increase in attendance!

Support Lila Foundation in sending an extraordinarily talented medical team to connect with local Haitian clinicians to service a projected 1500 patients in Arcahaie and its surrounding areas from June 2-June 9th, 2013. >> Read More

The Theater Offensive Benefit for KOURAJ | Dec. 5

Submitted by Gabrielle Joffe on Wed, 10/31/2012 - 2:49pm

The Theater Offensive presents an event featuring performance, dance, song, and poetry primarily by Haitian artists. Complimentary Haitian cuisine will be served.

Where: Hibernian Hall- 182 Dudley St, Roxbury Crossing

PERFORMANCES BY ARTISTS INCLUDING: >> Read More

3rd Annual Irish Hearts for Haiti Benefit Dance | April 22

Submitted by Luke B on Tue, 04/17/2012 - 2:08pm

The 3rd Annual Irish Hearts for Haiti Benefit Dance will take place on April 22nd at the Marriot Boston Quincy from 2PM to 8PM.  This event is proudly presented by the non-profit, Friends of the Orphans, and has a list of Honarary Guests, Special Performances and Entertainment, and Special Invited Guests.  The suggested donation is $20.  For more information, please visit: IrishHeartsforHaiti.com.

YoFestival: Talent Contest & Celebration of the Haitian Flag | May 26

Submitted by Luke B on Mon, 03/12/2012 - 2:28pm

Youth and Family Enrichment Services (YOFES) present YoFestival 2012: An Annual Talent Contest and a Celebration of the Haitian Flag/Best of Ourselves Youth Awards on May 26th, starting at 5PM. The show's location: the Strand Theatre (543 Columbia Road). Performers aged 6-18 must register no later than March 15 by either calling YOFES at 617.364.0370 or registering online at www.yofes.org.

Ayiti Cherie March 24

Submitted by alyssakeil on Fri, 03/09/2012 - 3:26pm

Mayor Thomas M. Menino will be hosting a special event on March 24, 2012 at 4:30 p.m., “Ayiti Chérie - from Boston to Haiti: The work continues...”. This event will provide an opportunity to recognize the great work that was done to support Haiti and Boston's Haitian residents following the tragic earthquake of 2010, as well as the work that continues in the City of Boston! The event will be held at Mildred Avenue Middle School, 5 Mildred Avenue in Mattapan. For more information, please call 617.635.3846.

"When Our Brushes Shook": The Healing Power of Art April 27

Submitted by Luke B on Mon, 03/05/2012 - 2:58pm

"When Our Brushes Shook": The Healing Power of Art, an art exhibition in memory of Haiti's Earthquake Victims put on by the Haitian Artists' Assembly of Massachusetts, will take place Friday, April 27 from 6pm to 8pm at the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology.  

For more information:  HMHnetwork@gmail.com

Location:  221 Rivermoor Street/Boston, MA 02132

Haiti and Black History Month @ UMass Boston Feb. 25

Submitted by alyssakeil on Fri, 02/17/2012 - 3:00pm

The Haitian Consulate in Boston invites you to celebrate the connection between Haiti and Black History Month in an event featuring panelists Virginius W. Thornton, State Representative Byron Rushing, and Dr. Peniel Joseph. On Saturday, February 25th, 2012 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the UMass Boston Campus Center Ballroom B. This is a free event! The event will feature music, dance, and an exhibition of paintings.  For more information, contact Beatrice Joseph, Vice-Counsul, at beatrice.joseph [at] diplomatie.ht, or cg.boston [at] diplomatie.ht. You can also contact the Counsul by phone at 617.266.3660 ext. 10 or at 617.266.3707 ext. 18.

Anyone who needs disability accommodations in order to fully participate should visit www.ADA.UMB.EDU.

Trauma and Mental Illness in the Haitian Community, May 5

Submitted by alyssakeil on Thu, 02/16/2012 - 3:16pm

The Haitian Mental Health Network and the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology (MSPP) will be hosting an event, "Trauma and Mental Illness in the Haitian Community: Cultural Considerations for Developing a Broad Clinical and Research Agenda." The day long event will take place Saturday, May 5, 2012, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm at the MSPP in West Roxbury, MA. The event will feature Keynote speakers Dr. Guerda Nicolas, Associate Professor, University of Miami, and Dr. Ronald Jean-Jacques, President, Haitian Psychological Association. Panel and workshop presentations will include: The impact of historical traumas on the adaptation of Haitian immigrants in the US; the role of cultural belief systems in understanding health-seeking behaviors of Haitian individuals; culturally-bound syndromes and somatic manifestations of mental illness in the Haitian community; the use of art therapy with Haitian children earthquake survivors; and clinical interventions to address Haitian clients' mental health needs.

There will also be a pre-conference Art Exhibition, entitled "When Our Brushes Shook":  The Healing Power of Art.

Reflections on Haiti: Two Years after the Earthquake, Jan 30

Submitted by Luke B on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 2:57pm

Join Governor Deval Patrick, Representative Linda Dorcena Forry and leaders of the Haitian Community for:

Reflections on Haiti: Two Years after the Earthquake

To commemorate the two year anniversary of Haiti's devastating earthquake, Governor Deval Patrick will present a special proclamation in solidarity with the Haitian community. The event will take place on Monday, January 30, 2012 from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the Grand Staircase in the State House and will feature artistic performances and reflections from elected officials and community leaders.

 

Date:             Monday, January 30, 2012

Time:             11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Where:         State House, Grand Staircase

 

For more information please contact Anny-Jean Jacques Domercant at 617-725-4020

Interested media should contact the Governor's Press Office at 617-725-4025

Sk8 For Haiti Jan. 13 & 14

Submitted by alyssakeil on Tue, 01/10/2012 - 12:11pm

This MLK weekend, join Groovement for the first annual Sk8 for Haiti event, taking place Friday, January 13, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday, January 14th, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event is a fundraiser for the Matenwa Community Learning Center located in Lagonav, Haiti. "Sk8 for Matenwa" will be a 2 day skate benefit where a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Matenwa Community Learning Center. will be taking place at 11 Rhoades St. Suite 15 (Between Blue Hill Ave. and Frontenac Street) in Mattapan, 02124. Admission is $10 a person and on a first come first served basis. For more info, email pierre.actionnaire [at] gmail.com.

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