Haiti: Isolated populations in danger
As Haiti begins to recover from Hurricane Matthew, the impact of the disaster is still uncertain for large sections of the population, which remain isolated and without any means of communication. Hélène Robin, who is coordinating the emergency operations from Handicap International’s head office in Lyon, gives an update:
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Haiti | Responding to Hurricane Matthew
On Oct. 4, Haiti was hit by a Category 4 hurricane, which killed over 1,000 Haitians, and affected more than 2.1 million people. Handicap International teams are responding, ensuring that no one is left on the sidelines when aid is available, and keeping a close eye on people with disabilities, chronic conditions, as well as older people. Our emergency logistics expertise ensure aid reaches the most remote areas, no matter the obstacles.
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Statement on the Deaths of three Haitian Women with Disabilities
In late March, three deaf Haitian women lost their lives in an alleged assassination. The event sent shockwaves across the Caribbean nation.
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