In Haiti, gang violence has forced over a million people to flee their homes, plunging the country into an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. The displaced, more than half of whom are children, are struggling to access essential goods such as food, drinking water and shelter.
The current situation
Mass displacement: Since the beginning of 2024, the number of internally displaced people has tripled due to increased violence in Port-au-Prince. Almost 85% of the capital is under gangrelated control.
High cost of living and food insecurity: Almost half the population suffers from severe food insecurity. Roads blocked by gangs prevent food supplies.
Impact on Children: Over a million children live in gang-dominated areas and are often recruited for a variety of dangerous tasks.
Humanitarian responses
Despite these challenges, several organizations are working together to provide vital aid:
Aid Distribution: Recently, @UNMigration with @eu_echo distributed 20,000 essential items (tapestries, blankets and hygiene kits) to help displaced families regain their dignity.
Multisectoral support: IOM provides medical support via mobile clinics and offers psychosocial support to victims4.
However, these efforts remain insufficient given the scale of the problem. The humanitarian plan remains underfunded at only 42%.
Future prospects
To improve this desperate situation :
Increased humanitarian funding
Security reinforcement
International commitment
Only a collective effort can hope to stabilize this deep crisis that is profoundly affecting the daily lives of Haitians.
