Christmas and the New Year are a special time in Haiti, but as with every country, there are many unique traditions that Haitians enjoy during the holiday season. The vast majority of Haitians identify as Christians, so Christmas plays an important role in their lives. They decorate their homes with freshly cut trees from the […]
Here is the newest issue of our Lumiere D’Education newsletter, featuring updates on our school, student spotlight, and information about our latest fundraisers. […]
Haiti’s literacy rate is one of the lowest in the world – only about 61% of adults able to read and write. To understand some of the challenges facing students trying to get an education Haiti, it’s important to first understand how the educational system in Haiti works. The educational system is based on the […]
Dear Friends and Supporters, At Lumiere D’Education, we believe transparency and honesty are critical for non-profit organizations to maintain trust with their supporters. Therefore, with a heavy heart, we must tell you that we have had to reduce the number of students at our school due to financial difficulties. As you know, the COVID-19 pandemic […]
As our students prepare to return to school for the first time in months, they face more challenges than usual. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the entire world, and there have been more than 7,000 confirmed cases in Haiti. The actual number is likely higher because many Haitians are reluctant to seek treatment due to […]
One thing is clear: we simply couldn’t do this without the amazing support of the community, both local and abroad. For our 2019 trip to Haiti, we’ve been pounding the pavement trying to drum up donations of much-needed supplies to bring with us to the school. If you follow us on Facebook, you probably saw […]
“If we educate a boy, we educate one person. If we educate a girl, we educate a family – and a whole nation.” —African Proverb Helping impoverished and disadvantaged girls receive an education is something very important to us here at L’ecole Dinaus Mixed School. Of our currently enrolled 138 students, eighty are female — […]
I could give you countless reasons to volunteer, donate to charity, or find ways to give back to your community. It looks great on your resume, it can help you gain new skills, and even provide you with some tax breaks. But what if I told you giving back would help make you happier and […]
Since February 2019, the world has been gripped with the painful images and stories coming out of Haiti. By any stretch, the country isn’t new to unrest and violence in the streets — but this latest round of violence has resulted in deaths, injuries, and temporary school closures. For now, although there is still a […]
Most Americans want to give back in some way, shape or form — we recognize how lucky and blessed we all are to have been born in a country that’s full of opportunity and freedom. But, just because we want to give back doesn’t always mean we can afford to. These are tough times for […]