Orem, Utah – January 21, 2026 – The Haitian Development Network (HDN) Foundation is issuing an urgent appeal to philanthropists, organization and individuals worldwide: the time to act is now to fulfil Article 32-7 of Haiti’s 1987 Constitution.
This landmark constitutional provision requires the Haitian state to establish educational institutions in every territorial division — from communal sections to departments — with special emphasis on agricultural, vocational, cooperative, and technical training tailored to local development needs.
What is Article 32-7?
Ratified on March 29, 1987, after the fall of the Duvalier regime, Article 32-7 represented a major step toward decentralised education and democratic equity. It aimed to empower both rural and urban communities through practical, locally relevant skills training.
Haiti’s Education Crisis Today
Despite its constitutional promise, the article remains largely unimplemented:
– Over 2 million children are currently out of school
– Vast rural regions lack basic training infrastructure
– Economic instability, climate threats, and widening educational gaps threaten national stability and prosperity
HDN Foundation’s Response
HDN Foundation is actively delivering hands-on programs that directly align with Article 32-7, including:
– Agricultural and sustainable farming training
– Vocational and technical skills development
– Cooperative development programs
These initiatives help Haitians build self-sufficient livelihoods and resilient communities.
Real Impact: Marie’s Story
Marie, a mother from Northwest Haiti, lost crops to drought. Through HDN Foundation’s agricultural training program, she learned sustainable farming techniques that revived her land and inspired her entire community.
“HDN Foundation’s training did not just save my farm. It gave me the power to secure my family’s future,” said Marie.
Leadership Statement
“Article 32-7 is a lifeline for Haiti, but its implementation cannot be delayed any longer,” said Jacques Jonassaint, Chairman and CEO of HDN Foundation
“Every day without equitable education deepens poverty and vulnerability. We must act decisively to provide the training that turns potential into progress.”
How You Can Help Right Now
HDN Foundation is expanding its reach through mobile training units, digital resources, and local partnerships — but urgent support is needed to scale nationwide.
Your donation can make an immediate difference:
-$50 → Supplies training materials for one farmer
-$100 → Hosts a vocational training session
– $500 → Establishes a community training hub
You can also volunteer your skills in education or agriculture, or advocate for Haiti’s sustainable development.
Visit [www.hdn.org](https://www.hdn.org)
now to donate, volunteer, or learn more.
About the Haitian Development Network Foundation
Founded in 2023 and based in Utah, the Haitian Development Network (HDN) Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the standard of living and well-being of Haitians everywhere through knowledge creation and wealth generation.
Its vision: A food-secure and self-reliant Haiti by 2035.
Website: www.hdn.org
Media Contact
Jacques Jonassaint
Chairman and CEO
Phone: 202-913-6699
Email: [email protected]
