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"Our forefathers liberated us from the shackles of slavery. We owe it to the new generation of Haitians to help eliminate mental slavery, and negative attitudes toward the common goals of our people. Promote patriotism and self-determination, thus propelling Haiti into a modern nation and an icon to the world in fighting against oppression". Jacob François |
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Haitian Priorities Project (HPP) A Coalition mandated by Haitians that unifies organizations and individuals to advocate for an improved U.S. and international community policies that respect Haiti's independence and self-determination. HPP promotes a Haitian leadership in the struggle for democracy and provides supports for the respect of human rights while enhancing Haiti ability to become self-reliant. |
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Haitian Priorities Project
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Official
Name
Republic of Haiti |
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Size
27.750km2/ 10,641 miles |
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Capital
Port-au-Prince |
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Population
8.5 million (est.) |
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Ethnic
Groups
Blacks (Majority) Mulattoes (Minority) |
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Langues
Officielles
Créole French |
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Money
Gourde |
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Budget
77.6 billion Gourdes Fiscal Year 2007-08 |
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Président
René G. Préval May 14, 2006 |
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Prime
Minister
Michèle Pierre-Louis September 5, 2008 |