Dear Bill,
My name is Cassandre Regnier, and I work for Mary’s Meals’ partner in Haiti. Our mission at Summits Education is to increase access to quality education, and we believe the Mary’s Meals school feeding programme is crucial in helping children, not only to attend school, but stay engaged in their learning.
As you may have seen in the news,the current situation in Haiti is deeply alarming. In recent years, gang activity has surged, and these groups have extended their control over vast areas. We are now, sadly, living in what can best be described as a largely lawless society. Fear has gripped our communities, and tragically, around five children lose their lives each week due to inter-gang violence.
This violence has also led to widespread food shortages, as gangs have taken control of major ports, severely disrupting the flow of goods. As a result, poverty is escalating, and nearly half the population (49%) is undernourished.
Even the simple act of attending school has become dangerous. Many families are now questioning the value of education when the future seems so uncertain. However, I firmly believe that education is the only path out of this crisis. This is why the work of Mary’s Meals is so vital in Haiti.
Sincerely,
Cassandre Regnier, Summits Education,
Mary’s Meals Haiti
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