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Liberation and Legacy: Celebrating Haiti Abolition of Slavery.

Main Objectives:

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1. To celebrate Haiti’s abolitionist history through a culturally rich and symbolic event.
2. To provide a platform for Haitian artists to explore themes of slavery, liberation, and resilience.
3. To encourage open and thoughtful dialogue on the legacy of slavery and the values of freedom and equality.
4. To strengthen partnerships with local and international organizations that support social and cultural justice initiatives.
5. To raise awareness among younger generations about Haiti’s abolitionist history and the country’s role as a global pioneer in the fight against oppression.
6. To educate the public on the connections between the history of slavery and contemporary challenges in social justice and equality.
7. To reinforce Haitian cultural identity by revisiting key moments in the fight for freedom and celebrating heroic figures from the past.
8. To promote Haiti's historical and cultural heritage by drawing national and international attention to emblematic sites like Bwa Kayiman.
9. To stimulate the local economy by attracting visitors, encouraging cultural tourism, and promoting the sale of artworks and artisanal products.
10. To create a space for collective healing where participants can share and express feelings about the historical traumas of slavery.
11. To encourage civic engagement by inspiring community members to become involved in memory and social justice initiatives.
12. To instill values of solidarity and resilience that strengthen the social fabric and foster national unity.
13. To inspire similar initiatives in other countries with a shared history of fighting for freedom and equality.

Expected impact:

  1. To raise awareness of Haiti’s history and the struggles for freedom.

  2. Increased engagement of Haitian youth in cultural and educational initiatives related to the country’s history, thus reinforcing the intergenerational transmission of this memory.

  3.  Enhanced understanding of the historical and contemporary impact of the abolition of slavery to encourage awareness of current social justice and equality issues.

  4. Promotion of Haitian cultural identity internationally, highlighting Haiti as a model of resilience and the fight for freedom.​​ 

  5. Creation of a space for dialogue and collective healing, allowing participants to share reflections and emotions on the historical wounds related to slavery.

  6.  Strengthening of community engagement around issues of memory and social justice, encouraging citizens to become involved in commemorative and awareness-raising actions.

  7. Valuation of art as a tool for social and cultural reflection, demonstrating how artistic works can engage meaningful discussions on historical and contemporary themes.

  8. Strengthening ties with the Haitian diaspora, creating connections with Haitians living abroad and integrating them into the reflection on heritage and national identity.

  9. Establishing an inspiring event model that other communities or countries can replicate to celebrate their cultural and historical heritage while promoting social justice.

 Expected Results:

  1. Renovate the entrance of the Bois Caiman space. ​

  2.  increased visibility of Haitian historical sites such as Bwa Kayiman, potentially

  3. stimulating cultural tourism and interest in national heritage.

  4.  Positive economic impact for the region through the sale of artworks, crafts, and local

  5. services, with sustainable benefits for artists and artisans.

  6. Establish a monthly audit commission to assess space maintenance.

  7.  Prepare a space in the cave where believers can address their request to the respect of slaves.

  8. Contribute to the maintenance of the perpetual torch of the temple.

  9. Contribute to the cultural activities of the Bois Caiman space

  10.  Pleading that there be no more habitable construction in this area

  11.  Implementation of cultural activities in the Bois Caïman area.

  12. To organize each year an iconic event that honors Haiti’s abolitionist history and inspires unity.

  13.  To create a platform for Haitian artists to sale themes of liberation and resilience.

  14.  To strengthen partnerships with local and international actors.

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