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The Role And Effectiveness Of The Haitian Diaspora In The Development Of Haiti, Keveny Rosier May 2018

The Role And Effectiveness Of The Haitian Diaspora In The Development Of Haiti, Keveny Rosier

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It has been over a century since Haiti proclaimed its independence from France, but the nation still struggles to find a way to sustain its development. From an authoritarian governmental system to democracy, Haiti is widely known to be the poorest country in the Western hemisphere. As globalization opens doors for new opportunities, skilled Haitian professionals as well as professionals from other developing countries take advantage of those opportunities. However, the politics of repression of the Duvaliers (Papa Doc and Baby Doc) (1957-1986) and the failure of Haitian governments during the last three decades have encouraged not only the departure …