Submitted by Bryan Schaaf on Sun, 12/09/2007 - 05:44.
Most of Haiti is rural, and I think it would be only fair that such a program would be present nationwide with a rural focus. However, I agree with you that without stability in Port au Prince, there will not be stability nationwide. My understanding is that access has improved in Cite Soleil considerably and that MINUSTAH, ICRC, and a number of NGOs have put in place livelihoods programs. Police are now able to go into Cite Solei and diplomats (with security escorts) have been making visits with government counterparts as well. Will rhis last forervee? Not unless security and opportunities continue to improve. I hate to think this moment will be waster. Having access to jobs would go a long way.
Access to Non-Secure Areas
Most of Haiti is rural, and I think it would be only fair that such a program would be present nationwide with a rural focus. However, I agree with you that without stability in Port au Prince, there will not be stability nationwide. My understanding is that access has improved in Cite Soleil considerably and that MINUSTAH, ICRC, and a number of NGOs have put in place livelihoods programs. Police are now able to go into Cite Solei and diplomats (with security escorts) have been making visits with government counterparts as well. Will rhis last forervee? Not unless security and opportunities continue to improve. I hate to think this moment will be waster. Having access to jobs would go a long way.