Let’s talk about Haiti

Stereotypes abound: Haiti is discussed in the German news - if at all - in the context of disasters and horror stories. However, in times of global uncertainty, Haiti is not only an example of a culture of resilience: the strength of the people, their history and their culture are still making waves today.  

 
We want to make this visible on the occasion of African Liberation Day on 25 May. A date that commemorates the struggles and victories of African nations in their fight for independence. Haiti’s own revolutionary past inspired anti-colonial movements across Africa and the diaspora, and its story remains deeply relevant today.  
  
   
In addition to an introductory lecture, artistic workshops are planned on Haitian-Dominican relations and Haiti's natural environment, among other things. This will be followed by a panel discussion with journalists from Haiti. The day will conclude with two artistic performances by Estelle Widmaier & Tatiana Mejía. The afternoon will then end with Haitian music and networking.  

  
The Diaspora Daydreams kiosk will also be set up. The kiosk is a multimedia miniature-museum that provides insights into the history of Haiti. Yann Kersaint is the applicant, but the day is organized as a collective with equal rights. Through targeted community outreach and public relations, the aim is to reach as many people as possible –including the Anglophone and Francophone diaspora  – in the Neukölln neighborhood and throughout Berlin. Therefore, interpretation between German, English and French is required for the participants. Admission will be free of charge.