Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhumane.” – Martin Luther King, Jr
Welcome
Welcome to the Haitian Health Institute (HHI)!
We are thrilled to have you visit our website and learn more about our non-profit organization. At HHI, our mission is clear: Our goal is to empower Haitian families, particularly new migrants, for a healthier future. With a focus on several core areas, we are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families, both within the Haitian community and beyond.
Our core areas of focus include:
- Health Promotion: We are dedicated to promoting overall health and well-being, offering education and resources to help Haitian families and individuals lead healthier lives.
- Disease Prevention: Our efforts extend to preventing diseases, with a particular emphasis on infectious, and cardiovascular diseases.
- Advocacy for Access to Healthcare Services: We work tirelessly to advocate for new Haitian immigrant families, ensuring they have access to essential healthcare services, addressing their unique challenges.
- Parenting Education: HHI offers valuable parenting education programs, providing support to parents as they navigate the challenges and joys of raising children.
- Support for Parents of Individuals with Disabilities: We are here to assist and support parents of individuals with disabilities, offering guidance, resources, and a community of understanding.
- Youth Development: Our youth development programs are designed to empower the next Haitian generations, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive.
We believe in a community-centered approach, tailoring our initiatives to meet the specific needs of the Haitian community in Massachusetts. Our goal is to serve as a valuable resource hub, offering educational materials and workshops to empower individuals and families on their journey to better health and well-being.
Inclusivity is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to ensuring that Haitian families from diverse backgrounds have access to the resources and support they need. Collaboration is key, and we actively form partnerships with like-minded organizations, medical professionals, and community leaders to extend our reach and create a lasting impact.
Nicole Prudent, MD/MPH
CEO-President and Founder
Welcome
Welcome to the Haitian Health Institute (HHI)!
We are thrilled to have you visit our website and learn more about our non-profit organization. At HHI, our mission is clear: Our goal is to empower Haitian families, particularly new migrants, for a healthier future. With a focus on several core areas, we are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families, both within the Haitian community and beyond.
Our core areas of focus include:
- Health Promotion: We are dedicated to promoting overall health and well-being, offering education and resources to help Haitian families and individuals lead healthier lives.
- Disease Prevention: Our efforts extend to preventing diseases, with a particular emphasis on infectious, and cardiovascular diseases.
- Advocacy for Access to Healthcare Services: We work tirelessly to advocate for new Haitian immigrant families, ensuring they have access to essential healthcare services, addressing their unique challenges.
- Parenting Education: HHI offers valuable parenting education programs, providing support to parents as they navigate the challenges and joys of raising children.
- Support for Parents of Individuals with Disabilities: We are here to assist and support parents of individuals with disabilities, offering guidance, resources, and a community of understanding.
- Youth Development: Our youth development programs are designed to empower the next Haitian generations, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive.
We believe in a community-centered approach, tailoring our initiatives to meet the specific needs of the Haitian community in Massachusetts. Our goal is to serve as a valuable resource hub, offering educational materials and workshops to empower individuals and families on their journey to better health and well-being.
Inclusivity is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to ensuring that Haitian families from diverse backgrounds have access to the resources and support they need. Collaboration is key, and we actively form partnerships with like-minded organizations, medical professionals, and community leaders to extend our reach and create a lasting impact.
Nicole Prudent, MD/MPH
CEO-President and Founder
Racism is a Serious Threat to Public’s Health
Racism is a system—consisting of structures, policies, practices, and norms—that assigns value and determines opportunity based on the way people look or the color of their skin.
BOSTON HEALTH REPORT
To protect, preserve and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable.
HEALTH PROMOTION & EDUCATION
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
This Public Service Announcement is proudly presented by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), in partnership with the Multicultural Aids Coalition (MAC) and the Haitian Health Institute (HHI).
Welcome
Welcome to the Haitian Health Institute (HHI)!
We are thrilled to have you visit our website and learn more about our non-profit organization. At HHI, our mission is clear: Our goal is to empower Haitian families, particularly new migrants, for a healthier future. With a focus on several core areas, we are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families, both within the Haitian community and beyond.
Our core areas of focus include:
- Health Promotion: We are dedicated to promoting overall health and well-being, offering education and resources to help Haitian families and individuals lead healthier lives.
- Disease Prevention: Our efforts extend to preventing diseases, with a particular emphasis on infectious, and cardiovascular diseases.
- Advocacy for Access to Healthcare Services: We work tirelessly to advocate for new Haitian immigrant families, ensuring they have access to essential healthcare services, addressing their unique challenges.
- Parenting Education: HHI offers valuable parenting education programs, providing support to parents as they navigate the challenges and joys of raising children.
- Support for Parents of Individuals with Disabilities: We are here to assist and support parents of individuals with disabilities, offering guidance, resources, and a community of understanding.
- Youth Development: Our youth development programs are designed to empower the next Haitian generations, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive.
We believe in a community-centered approach, tailoring our initiatives to meet the specific needs of the Haitian community in Massachusetts. Our goal is to serve as a valuable resource hub, offering educational materials and workshops to empower individuals and families on their journey to better health and well-being.
Inclusivity is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to ensuring that Haitian families from diverse backgrounds have access to the resources and support they need. Collaboration is key, and we actively form partnerships with like-minded organizations, medical professionals, and community leaders to extend our reach and create a lasting impact.
Nicole Prudent, MD/MPH
CEO-President and Founder
Urgent Call for Healthcare Equity
Access to quality healthcare is a basic human right, yet millions worldwide still face barriers to this essential service.
Half of the global population lacks fundamental healthcare access.
94% of maternal mortality cases occur in low and lower-middle-income countries.
Tragically, 15,000 children don't reach their fifth birthday each day due to preventable causes.
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Doctor's Advice Your Path to Better Health
Doctor’s advice is a vital compass for your journey to better health. It encompasses preventive care, medication management, lifestyle choices, and guidance on managing chronic conditions. Pay attention to their insights on mental health and be an active participant in your healthcare decisions. In emergencies, trust their expertise. Sharing your family’s health history and adhering to recommended follow-ups are essential. Your doctor’s wisdom and health education are invaluable tools in your pursuit of well-being.
What Motivates Us
We are a worldwide organization dedicated to healthcare and social justice, committed to addressing the ethical obligation of extending top-quality healthcare to those in greatest need across the globe. Our mission revolves around alleviating suffering by prioritizing patients’ well-being, catering to their physical, mental, emotional, and everyday requirements to ensure their recovery and sustained well-being. Our aim is to bridge the gap by extending the advantages of contemporary medicine to those who have experienced various forms of injustice, both blatant and subtle, throughout history and in the present. We steadfastly reject the notion that any life holds less value than another, and our work is driven by a firm commitment to equitable and compassionate care for all.
ADVOCATING FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE
We stand on a unique perspective, propelled by solidarity, to expose and combat the injustices that foster poverty and ill health. Our steadfast commitment is to uphold the universal right to healthcare.
This is the very essence of our fight.
MEDICAL INITIATIVES
Our work is inherently medical in nature. We firmly believe that our expertise and research can serve not only to heal our patients but also to address the fundamental roots of growing inequality.
This is our method of operation.
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1.2 million COVID-19 tests administered from communities to hospitals.
3.5 million women’s health examinations conducted worldwide.
4.3 million outpatient consultations provided in partner clinics.