Haiti is relatively small but has got a huge population. It is found west of Hispaniola and is one of the Caribbean countries. The country is extremely beautiful but its history is not particularly a nice one. It was first a dominion of Spain followed by France. This period of dominance by foreign powers was characterized by massive exploitation of natural resources which were transported to France. This has been compounded by the 2010 devastating earthquake that left 220000 people dead and the cholera outbreak in the same year . All these reasons among others have severely affected economic growth in Haiti and today ranks as one of the poorest countries in the world. The situation in this country has led to the development of the Haiti mission with a view of helping in any manner possible provide services to the Haitian people and generally improve their living standards.
The churches in Haiti in collaboration with other North America churches are among the key supporters of these missions. The United Nations through its missions has also greatly contributed to the transformation process in the country through supporting the reconstruction and stability measures that have been established.
The UN efforts can be noted in the peace and stability maintenance and empowerment of the existing structures of governance.
Church sponsored missions have been mostly based on foreign trips by different volunteer groups from different places. However some of the locals have also been part of the volunteer teams. Haiti outreach ministries for instance depends these foreign nationals to be able to implement its plans for the people. It also offers various services such as accommodation to the foreign guests at a lower fee. It also ensures prudent management of resources donated to the organization. Most volunteers come from the United States of America.
People can contribute to these activities regardless of ones professional background since there is a wide range of tasks that require manual skills. Volunteers can engage in construction activities, teacher training or teaching, in general upkeep, organizing and facilitating activities such as school trips, seminars or bible study and provision of medical care. Those intending to stay longer can engage in other activities other than those of their teams that require long term engagement.
Teams planning to travel ought to be ready to finance their ministry during their stay. If an individual intends to stay in a guesthouse, the daily cost per day will approximately be $35.you will also probably need additional cash if you decide to spend in the work site, select gifts or pick souvenirs . One might also be required to buy some of the equipment being used in a project. Those in a construction project may be required to bring with them hammers, screwdrivers or other necessary tools.
Those not ready to take a trip can always contribute to these missions for example through offering scholarships or financial aid. However a trip here is often an experience that profoundly impacts on your life.
However, those who have visited this country to engage in community empowerment programs attest to the fact that the experience significantly impacted on them. Therefore these missions are not only beneficial to the Haitian people but also to the team members.
The churches in Haiti in collaboration with other North America churches are among the key supporters of these missions. The United Nations through its missions has also greatly contributed to the transformation process in the country through supporting the reconstruction and stability measures that have been established.
The UN efforts can be noted in the peace and stability maintenance and empowerment of the existing structures of governance.
Church sponsored missions have been mostly based on foreign trips by different volunteer groups from different places. However some of the locals have also been part of the volunteer teams. Haiti outreach ministries for instance depends these foreign nationals to be able to implement its plans for the people. It also offers various services such as accommodation to the foreign guests at a lower fee. It also ensures prudent management of resources donated to the organization. Most volunteers come from the United States of America.
People can contribute to these activities regardless of ones professional background since there is a wide range of tasks that require manual skills. Volunteers can engage in construction activities, teacher training or teaching, in general upkeep, organizing and facilitating activities such as school trips, seminars or bible study and provision of medical care. Those intending to stay longer can engage in other activities other than those of their teams that require long term engagement.
Teams planning to travel ought to be ready to finance their ministry during their stay. If an individual intends to stay in a guesthouse, the daily cost per day will approximately be $35.you will also probably need additional cash if you decide to spend in the work site, select gifts or pick souvenirs . One might also be required to buy some of the equipment being used in a project. Those in a construction project may be required to bring with them hammers, screwdrivers or other necessary tools.
Those not ready to take a trip can always contribute to these missions for example through offering scholarships or financial aid. However a trip here is often an experience that profoundly impacts on your life.
However, those who have visited this country to engage in community empowerment programs attest to the fact that the experience significantly impacted on them. Therefore these missions are not only beneficial to the Haitian people but also to the team members.
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