In a landmark initiative to restore public confidence and reclaim urban spaces, the Haitian National Police (PNH) successfully orchestrated a ‘Marathon for Peace’ on December 21, 2025. The event, executed through its Community Educational Police (EduPOL) program with operational support from Brazilian NGO Viva Rio, marked a significant step toward social reintegration in Port-au-Prince’s long-avoided Champ de Mars area.
The marathon featured three distinct starting locations—Place Boyer, Airport intersection, and Delmas 83—all converging at the historic Champ de Mars plaza. Demonstrating exceptional inclusivity, the event welcomed participants across all demographics: children, youth of both genders, and individuals with reduced mobility, all united under the banner of peace and community solidarity.
The closing ceremony at the Occide Jeanty bandstand saw high-level attendance from Transitional Councilor Edgard Leblanc Fils and Acting PNH Commander-in-Chief Vladimir Paraison, alongside senior civil and law enforcement officials. Winners across participation categories received formal recognition and prizes.
A robust security apparatus deployed by the PNH ensured incident-free proceedings throughout the event, enabling citizens to safely return to Champ de Mars for the first time in years amid previous security concerns. This strategic operation underscores the police force’s renewed commitment to community policing principles and its active role in fostering a culture of peace within Haitian society.