Strengthening protection for children and women in Jacmel (south-east)

Our objective

Promote the emergence of supportive and committed communities in Jacmel, in south-eastern Haiti, in order to ensure the protection of children, equal rights and the empowerment of women, while involving young people and their families in the sustainable development and self-determination of their community.

Our actions

• Strengthening engaged communities: creating and supporting community round tables bringing together women's associations, farmers' organisations, traders, schools, religious and political leaders, etc.;
• Supporting active youth clubs in eight municipal districts of Jacmel to strengthen their civic participation and make their voices heard;
• Development and implementation of community action plans co-constructed by communities to promote access to fundamental rights (food, education, health);
• Prevention of risky situations: support for communities where street children and minors in conflict with the law come from.
• Social reintegration of vulnerable children and young people leaving detention, with psychosocial and educational support.
• Support for young single mothers through the integration of women's associations, awareness-raising on human rights and health, and training in project management.
• Awareness-raising and training on children's rights, gender equality, and environmental and climate issues.
• Strengthening local organisations to develop their skills and improve their ability to influence public policy.
• Networking between stakeholders to promote collaboration between associations, local institutions, state authorities, and international partners to maximise the impact of actions.

Our impact

This project strengthens the protection of children and women in Jacmel, develops community solidarity and promotes youth engagement, while supporting sustainable changes for better access to fundamental rights.