On October 14, 2025, during the 25th edition of ‘Tuesdays of the Nation,’ Georges Wilbert Franck, Haiti’s Minister of Social Affairs and Labor (MAST), outlined the government’s latest efforts to bolster support for vulnerable populations. The initiatives target parents of schoolchildren, displaced persons, and workers, reflecting a multifaceted approach to social welfare. Key measures include the relocation of displaced persons from schools, cash transfers to families, financial aid for households, and worker assistance programs. Under the Multisectoral Emergency Program (PUM), ten schools, including prominent institutions like Lycée Marie-Jeanne and École nationale Colbert Lochard, have been vacated to resume educational activities. Simultaneously, over 108,000 parents have received 15,000 Gourdes via digital payment platforms, with plans to extend this to 200,000 beneficiaries. Additionally, 60,000 vulnerable households will receive direct financial aid, while nearly 31,000 workers are set to benefit from specialized support. The government’s commitment is further underscored by 19 ongoing social projects involving seven ministries and the Economic and Social Assistance Fund (FAES). Minister Franck reiterated the administration’s dedication to alleviating hardship and fostering dignity for all citizens.
Social : First progress report on support for families, workers and displaced persons (Video)
