Haiti’s World Cup return and the promise of a global nation

Haiti’s national team reflects the evolution of a global Haitian community whose greatest contributions extend far beyond soccer

In many ways, Haiti’s World Cup team offers a glimpse of what that future could look like. Talent spread across countries and continents. A shared identity. A common purpose. A belief that together they can accomplish more than any individual could achieve alone.

From protest to power: the work we still haven’t finished

Thirty years after a defining era of activism, Haitian Americans must shift from visibility and representation to building lasting institutions

Haitian Americans have achieved visibility and representation—but without strong institutions, that progress risks remaining fragile.

Haitian Heritage Month arrives with pride, pain and a key question

As Haitian culture gains global visibility, Haiti itself faces deepening crisis — prompting the Diaspora to rethink what celebration means this year

As Haitian Heritage Month begins, global recognition of Haitian culture stands in stark contrast to the deepening crises in Haiti — raising urgent questions about what celebration should mean today.

Editorials

Haitian family on ‘The Pitt’ portrays timely story on hit mainstream show

The HBO Max medical drama introduces Haitian American siblings Chantal and Jude Augustin, bringing a complex immigrant story to audiences amid the mass deportation effort

Actors Sasha Compère and Anthony B. Jenkins portray Haitian American siblings Chantal and Jude Augustin, respectively, on the HBO Max medical drama “The Pitt,” offering a timely representation of Haitians in America on mainstream television.

Introducing Inside The Haitian Times

A new behind-the-scenes blog aims to demystify our editorial process and deepen connections with our readers.

The Haitian Times is launching Inside The Haitian Times, a new blog to share the ideas and intentions behind our work.

A friendly Haitian Creole spelling PSA: It’s Vodou and konpa 

Why spelling Haiti’s spiritual and musical traditions correctly is about respect, accuracy and cultural literacy

A gentle reminder for writers and editors: when covering Haiti, it’s Vodou and konpa — not whatever autocorrect suggests.

A year of impact, and what comes next for The Haitian Times

From crises in Haiti to milestones in the diaspora, our newsroom remained committed to telling our stories — and now we look ahead

In a year marked by upheaval and perseverance, The Haitian Times deepened its commitment to telling our people’s stories — and we’re just getting started.

A papal lineage that reminds America Haitians have always been here | Opinion

Pope Leo XIV’s family history affirms the deep roots and enduring legacy of Haitians in the United States.

The pope’s Haitian ancestry doesn’t elevate our value. But it does reflect it. And for a community that has fought hard to be seen in its full humanity, especially given the assault on Haitian immigrants in the U.S. and the denial of America’s multicultural legacy, all of this matters.

Why we must protect Creole as Haitians disperse across the globe

As the Haitian diaspora grows linguistically and geographically diverse, preserving our language is key to preserving our identity

As the Haitian diaspora spans the globe, preserving Creole becomes vital to maintaining a shared Haitian identity.

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Opinion

Visiting Haiti’s Citadelle Laferrière: From sacred legacy, organization and rules to neglect as days gone by

A deadly April tragedy underscores years of eroding oversight, respect and management at one of Haiti’s most important historical landmarks

As Haiti mourns dozens of young people killed in a stampede at the historic monument site — La Citadelle Laferrière — the deadly tragedy exposes years of neglect, weak oversight and the erosion of respect for the country’s most iconic landmark.

Forty years after Duvalier, Haiti must break with the past | Opinion  

Time for Haitians to move beyond symbolism toward truth, responsibility and renewal

Forty years after Feb. 7, 1986, Haiti is not in need of more symbolism. Freedom was won, but never organized. The result is a state emptied of meaning and a people betrayed by those meant to lead.

US must stop fueling Haiti’s instability

US policies and interventions, not just local corruption, have fueled Haiti’s instability

Haiti’s instability stems from more than corruption and gangs. US policies and interventions have long undermined democracy and sovereignty.

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