Discover Haiti

Haiti, in its own language.

A living guide to the country's identity, history, flag, faith, language, and stories, in Haitian Kreyòl and English. Read it in any order, at your own pace. Start with today's word below.

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Mo Jounen an · Word of the Day

Day 1

Ayiti

Haiti / Land of high mountains

From the Taíno — the original name for the island, restored in 1804.

A new word every day. Explore the vocabulary anytime.

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Dis Bagay · 10 Things

10 Things the World Should Know About Haiti

Haiti is often reduced to crisis. This experience invites visitors to discover the history, language, creativity, and global influence too often left out of the story.

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Haiti Was the First Free Black Republic in the World

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Haiti became the first modern nation born from a successful revolt of enslaved people.

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Haiti Played a Role in the Expansion of the United States

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Haiti's revolution helped make the Louisiana Purchase possible by weakening Napoleon's plans for a French empire in the Americas.

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03

Haitian Creole Is a Fully Developed Language

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Haitian Creole is not "broken French." It is a complete, standardized language spoken by millions.

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04

Haiti Has a Deep Tradition of Storytelling and Oral History

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Knowledge, culture, and history are often passed down through generations orally, not only through books.

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05

Art Is Everywhere, Not Just in Galleries

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Haitian art is part of daily life, from murals and ironwork to handmade crafts.

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06

Haiti Was Once One of the Wealthiest Colonies in the World

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Under French rule, Haiti was known as Saint-Domingue and generated enormous wealth at a devastating human cost.

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Haiti's Independence Came With a Heavy Price

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France forced Haiti into a massive debt after independence, shaping generations of economic struggle.

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08

Community Is at the Center of Haitian Life

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From lakou traditions and neighborhood support systems to diaspora networks, community is everything.

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09

Haiti Has Influenced Music and Culture Worldwide

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Haitian rhythms, spirituality, language, and creativity have influenced culture across the Caribbean and beyond.

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10

Haitians Continue to Shape Communities Globally

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From healthcare and education to interpretation, entrepreneurship, the arts, and public service, Haitian professionals play a vital role worldwide.

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Explore the Story

Five Themes. One Beautiful History.

Each theme opens a new chapter. Explore them in any order, anytime.

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Identity & Roots

2

History & Revolution

3

Flag & Symbols

4

Kreyòl Language

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Stories & Community

Nan Jaden Amoni is available now, a work of Haitian Kreyòl literature by Marleen Julien. Classic fables and original stories, in authentic Kreyòl. Stories & Community will include a brand new fable from the second edition, plus a closer look at the workbook and the upcoming online course. 🏆

Practice with us

Reading is one thing. Speaking is another.

Come practice your Haitian Kreyòl out loud, with people who understand exactly where you are. Free, and open to everyone.

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The monthly Rasanbleman

A free monthly meeting to practice speaking together, guided and welcoming. Bring your voice, however ready it feels.

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The WhatsApp community

Practice between meetings. Share a voice note, try a sentence, ask a question, and keep going all week with the group.

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