Amid one of the most severe humanitarian crises in Haiti’s recent history, MI Americas is sustaining efforts to support those most affected by displacement and economic instability. With over one million people internally displaced, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) as of January 2025, the situation remains dire, particularly for children, who make up more than half of this vulnerable population.

Recognizing the urgency of the crisis, MI Americas launched humanitarian efforts through the Cash and Nutrition Program. Since 2021, this program aims to provide direct financial aid to those in need. Our most recent distribution targeted vulnerable groups in the Nippes department, distributing cash assistance to residents and displaced individuals in L’Asile, Petit-Trou de Nippes, Baradères, and Petite-Rivière de Nippes. The aid prioritizes vulnerable groups, including parents of malnourished children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, people living with disabilities, and those displaced by violence.

For many, this is a critical lifeline. Roseline Dieudonné, a mother of six, was forced to flee Port-au-Prince in July 2024 when armed gangs seized her home, leaving her with nothing—not even her identity documents. Referring to the cash assistance, she shared, “It came at the right time, because I had nothing. I was destitute and dependent on the generosity of others. Today, with this first payment, I’m going to start my small business.”

Her desperation echoes that of Nosia Nelson, a former resident of Port-au-Prince. She was forced to flee the capital in October 2024, seeking refuge in Verdon, in the L’Asile commune. Her escape, however, was marred by tragedy, as she sustained an injury during the attack on the city that ultimately led to the amputation of her right leg. With tears in her eyes, she described losing everything in an instant after years of hard work. But with a renewed sense of hope, she expressed gratitude for the aid she received.

“Thanks to this, I’m going to restart my small business and try to regain some stability. I’m grateful to MI Americas for thinking of people like me,” she said. Nosia, who has over 30 years of experience in running a small business, hopes this financial assistance will help her rebuild her life and regain economic independence.

Through this initiative, MI Americas has already provided direct cash support to 300 individuals, including 87 internally displaced persons. Each beneficiary is set to receive a total of 40,000 gourdes ($300 USD), distributed in two installments.

As Haiti continues to grapple with deepening insecurity and displacement, initiatives like MI Americas’ cash assistance program remain vital in offering hope and stability to those who have lost so much.