Haiti Crisis Response Plan 2022-2024
Date of Publication
1-1-2023 12:00 AM
Security Theme
Human Rights
Keywords
Haiti, Natural disasters, Earthquakes, Tropical storms, Flooding, Landslides, Humanitarian crisis, Forced migration, Gang violence, human rights
Description
Haiti, due to its geographical location, is highly vulnerable to natural disasters, such as earthquakes and tropical storms, leading to widespread flooding, landslides, and substantial loss of life and infrastructure. The country is classified as one of the most vulnerable globally. These climate-related events, coupled with socio-political unrest and gang violence, have led to urban overpopulation and a surge in irregular migration among Haitians. The first half of 2023 saw a significant number of forced returns to Haiti from neighboring countries, with the majority being deported through the land border. These returnees often require humanitarian assistance and face substantial protection risks. In addition, the resurgence of cholera cases in 2022 poses a significant health threat, especially given the population's limited access to clean water, healthcare, and sanitation. Gang violence has displaced tens of thousands within Haiti, particularly in the Ouest department, where the capital, Port-au-Prince, is located. IOM (International Organization for Migration) has been providing support to these internally displaced persons (IDPs), including non-food items, shelter, mental health and psychosocial support, and medical aid. The security situation, influenced by gang violence and limited access, hampers humanitarian assistance delivery, particularly in areas with movement restrictions and ongoing hostilities. This instability disproportionately affects women and children, leading to an increase in gender-based violence.
Haiti Crisis Response Plan 2022-2024
Haiti, due to its geographical location, is highly vulnerable to natural disasters, such as earthquakes and tropical storms, leading to widespread flooding, landslides, and substantial loss of life and infrastructure. The country is classified as one of the most vulnerable globally. These climate-related events, coupled with socio-political unrest and gang violence, have led to urban overpopulation and a surge in irregular migration among Haitians. The first half of 2023 saw a significant number of forced returns to Haiti from neighboring countries, with the majority being deported through the land border. These returnees often require humanitarian assistance and face substantial protection risks. In addition, the resurgence of cholera cases in 2022 poses a significant health threat, especially given the population's limited access to clean water, healthcare, and sanitation. Gang violence has displaced tens of thousands within Haiti, particularly in the Ouest department, where the capital, Port-au-Prince, is located. IOM (International Organization for Migration) has been providing support to these internally displaced persons (IDPs), including non-food items, shelter, mental health and psychosocial support, and medical aid. The security situation, influenced by gang violence and limited access, hampers humanitarian assistance delivery, particularly in areas with movement restrictions and ongoing hostilities. This instability disproportionately affects women and children, leading to an increase in gender-based violence.
