Memorial for Pope John Paul II

In 1983, Pope John Paul II visited Cazale, Haiti. He mentioned how the Polish contributed to the slave rebellion leading to Haiti’s independence. Several years ago a man named Krzystof Szybinski came to Cazale from Poland. Over the years he has returned and developed long lasting relationship with the people in Cazale.

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Villagers View~Boujon

Boujon, a small area in the village of Cazale, is home to two schools that offer education up to the sixth grade. The children in the area enjoy playing marbles, tag, jump rope, and a game with rocks, similar to jacks. Two churches, the Church of God and Adventist Church,

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Throwback Thursday~Rose Marie

Rose Marie was brought to the Rescue Center as a newborn with her twin sister after the tragic death of their mother during childbirth. Although her sister did not survive, Rose Marie was taken in by a caring family in the community. Throughout the years, RHFH has provided support by

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Culture -“Kafe Amè” A special coffee made in Haiti

Kafe Amè (literal translation is “sour coffee”) is a drink that is made often in Haiti. People drink it when they have stress, anxiety, tension, nervousness, distress, or panic. They also drink it for itching and headaches. (You should not drink it if you are pregnant or have high blood

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“Persevere in Crisis” Matching Funds Challenge

With our “Courage in Crisis” campaign at the end of last year, many of you helped us navigate the new reality in our area after gang violence, scarcity of food/ medications, and the reemergence of cholera disrupted our community. Your sacrificial donations kept our programs strong and uninterrupted, supplying IV

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