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Art & Soul 2023
The Haiti Project’s annual Art & Soul Gala raises funds for the staffing, supplies, and operation of a medical clinic in Fiervil, Haiti for a full year. The clinic annually serves thousands of families from 45 remote mountainous communities. The Gala is supported by local physicians, businesses, and families from the Hudson Valley.
End of Year Newsletter 2022
We are so excited to share with you some of the key highlights and accomplishments from the past year!
In memory of Fedlin Profèlus
It is with a heavy heart that the Vassar Haiti Project announces that Fedlin Profelus, age 26, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 24, 2022. Fedlin’s art has been a centerpiece for the art coming from Galerie Benoit and his work has been heralded as some of the best work from the gallery.
Dr. Paul Farmer’s Legacy
The Vassar Haiti Project is saddened and shocked to hear about the passing of Dr. Paul Farmer. Dr Farmer revolutionized the field of global health, and was a champion for human rights.
End of Year Newsletter 2021
We are so excited to share with you some of the key highlights and accomplishments from the past year!
Our response to the inhumane treatment and recent deportations of Haitians at the border
Please stand with us to demand the humane treatment of the Haitians at the US border.
In the Vassar College Curriculum
Politics, Economics, Environmental Degradation and Public Health in Haiti, an Intensive Experience
Solar-powered laboratory at our partner clinic in Fiervil
Local and global Rotary partnerships to equip our partner clinic with solar power to improve health outcomes in L’Acul region
Board member Chris Bjork prompts reflection on VHP's transformative educational model
Vassar Professor and VHP Board member Chris Bjork’s remarks proved a moving testament to the VHP’s profound and enduring impacts on its dedicated student leaders.
Vassar Haiti Project moves from one Arlington to Another
Unable to travel to Haiti amid the protests, the Vassar Haiti Project persevered, instead bringing Haitian wares to the First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Arlington, MA.
VHP and Spring Leadership Retreat
"On January 26th, VHP had its annual Spring Leadership Retreat, which is always an important part of starting off the new semester. It gives us an opportunity to come together, reflect on how our organization has been functioning, and set goals for the future.”
