Mirebalais Hospital : Activities Suspended

Activities are suspended until further notice at the Mirebalais University Hospital (HUM). This decision was made due to the worrying security situation prevailing in the city, according to a note from the Executive Directorate of "Zanmi Lasante." The note emphasizes that priority is given to the medical team and patients.

Funeral of Pope Francis

The funeral Mass of the Supreme Pontiff Francis will be celebrated in the square in front of St. Peter's Basilica on Saturday, April 26, at 10:00 a.m., as announced by the Office of Pontifical Liturgical Celebrations. The liturgy will be presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals. Following the Mass, the Ultima Commendatio (final recommendation, during which the coffin is sprinkled with holy water and incense) and the Valedictio (final farewell) will take place. The Pontiff's coffin will then be transported from St. Peter's Basilica to the Basilica of St. Mary Major for burial. Several heads of state and government have confirmed their attendance.

YLAI Fellowships 2026 : Applications Open

Applications for the YLAI Fellowship Program 2026 are now open. Join a community of young leaders and entrepreneurs by applying now at ylai.state.gov/fellowship/ . Please contact us if you have any questions.

Application deadline : May 15, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time).

Mirebalais : 10,456 Displaced Families

According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), 51,466 people, or 10,456 families, have been displaced. The majority, or 95%, have remained in the Centre department. The main host municipalities are Boucan Carré (24%), Hinche (21%), Lascahobas (17%), and Savanette (11%). Most of the displaced, or 76%, have found shelter with relatives. The remaining 24%, or 12,584 people, have settled in 95 newly established spontaneous sites, primarily in Boucan Carré, which alone hosts 6,192 people spread across 22 sites. Since the violence, all schools in Mirebalais and Saut-d'Eau have been closed. Meanwhile, around thirty schools in neighboring communities are now serving as temporary shelters for displaced people.

Pope : Deep Sadness from the CECH

"[...] The Conference of Catholic Bishops of Haiti, united with all the people of God and all the men and women of Haiti, expresses its profound sadness at the passing of this pastor who touched hearts with his simplicity, humility, and love for the little ones. In a country racked by so much suffering, the message of Pope Francis, who always demonstrated his closeness to Haiti, was a source of hope, courage, and solidarity. In this time of mourning, we invite all the faithful to pray for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis and to give thanks to the Lord for his ministry in service to the Church and the world. A solemn Mass of suffrage will be celebrated in memory of the Holy Father. The date and location will be announced shortly. May the Lord, rich in mercy, welcome him into His eternal Peace."

Cuba : Studies in Toxicology and Criminal Investigation

From April 19 to 26, 2025, fifty first-year students from the UEH Master's program in Criminal Law and Criminal Sciences will be in Havana for a study trip in Toxicology and Criminal Investigation. They will be accompanied by Professors Blair Chery and Pierre Harry Dumorney.

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