Port-a-Piment in Action: Celebration of Vertières

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The commemoration of the battle of Vertières on November 18th, 1803, in Port-a-Piment was a vibrant and patriotic celebration to honor Haiti’s historic victory for independence. 

This year’s event was marked by a lively parade featuring students from various schools across the commune who marched through the streets singing patriotic songs that resonated with pride and unity. The Saurel Descombes’ fanfare added a festive rhythm to the occasion amplifying the energy and enthusiasm of the participants, 

This meaningful celebration was organized and guided by the directors Josue Paul and Mac Louis Simon of EFACAP (Ecole Fondamentale d’Application et Centre d’Appui Pédagogique) with invaluable support from the EFACAP Management Council. Their collaborative efforts ensured the success of the event which inspired the younger generation to embrace their heritage and keep the values of resilience and freedom that define the Haitian spirit. 

Photos; Jonel Musac
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KPP in action: Water projects

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Water is life! Profound remarks made by a beneficiary at one of the KPP-built artesian wells in a Port-a-Piment village. In the community of Jabouin, this particular well was built in 2018 as a part of one of numerous water projects that we started. Over the years, we constructed or restored artesian wells to supply the local hospital, as well as other nearby schools and villages.

During his recent visit to the village of Jabouin, KPP member Mr. Benord Domessan witnessed that many of the residents were collecting water in containers at the location of the water pump.

 

We are pleased to see that the people of Jabouin are enjoying long-term benefit from this project. And one resident who conveyed her enthusiasm, excitement and the importance of access to water to the community serves as an example of this fact.

Please click on this link to watch her video:

We would like to express our deep gratitude to our donors for their generosity towards this noble cause. It’s heartwarming to see how such projects can make a significant difference in the community.  Your support and trust made it happen, Please continue to lend your support   Please donate:

 

 

 
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KPP in action: The KPP Goat Program

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The Konbit Pou Potapiman (KPP) Goat Program, which started nine years ago, has benefited many families in the different communes of Port-a-Piment. In 2022, the program was extended to the village of Fripo, a village located approximately 1.5-hour walking distance from the center of the town of Port-a-Piment.

As of today, 28 families in the village of Fripo and its surroundings have benefited from the program. This initiative aims to improve the living conditions of residents by providing them with goats, which are valuable for both breeding and financial resources.  We hope to continue increasing the number of beneficiaries and expand our positive impact on the community.

During a recent visit to the village of Fripo, Jean Jules Musac, a KPP member and the program manager, met with one of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Claudine Laurole. Mrs. Laurole proudly shared her excitement and expressed her happiness about participating in the program. Her testimony highlights the importance and positive impact of the KPP Goat program on the lives of Fripo’s residents. Please watch the video below:

We thank our donors for their generosity and support, Thanks to you KPP has been able to help many families in need. We hope you continue to support us so we can expand further and help integrate more families in the program. Your contributions do make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

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Conclusion of the Summer Remedial courses

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The Konbit Pou Potapiman-sponsored remedial classes for kids in grades four, five, and six (Fundamental Years) have concluded. The courses were offered between July 15th and August 15th, 2024, to a restricted group of students (approximately 100) who had narrowly missed their passing mark. Ecole Notre Dame du Rosaire (NDR), Ecole Nationale de Figuiers et Ecole Nationale de Potus were the participating schools. The classes were created to fill in the arithmetic and French learning gaps that the school administrators had found. 

Final evaluations were conducted on Tuesday August 13th and Wednesday August 14th under the guidance of the school directors and the KPP representative, Mrs. Paule Edeline Orcel. The tests were then handed over to the school directors for their decisions. Let’s recall that students who pass the tests have the chance to advance to the next class.

 

Konbit Pou Potapiman expresses gratitude to Sister Jacqueline, Director of the Ecole Notre-Dame du Rosaire, for granting permission to hold the sessions on the school’s grounds   We also appreciate the cooperation and support   of Figuiers, Potus and EFA school administrators.  

Without the combined efforts of the instructors and students who attended the classes, none of this would have been possible. Furthermore, we cannot undervalue the role of the parents who made sure their children attended class on a regular basis 

Konbit Pou Potapiman thanks  Mrs Orcel and the crew for their hard work and dedication in assisting us in reaching this significant milestone.
Konbit Pou Potapiman keeps proving that when we band together and with the support of our contributors, we can make a difference.

 Photos: Jonel Musac

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