On October 18, 2025, Georges Wilbert Franck, Haiti’s Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, attended an open house event hosted by the National Old Age Insurance Office (ONA) as part of the institution’s 60th anniversary celebrations. The event, themed ‘ONA Family Day: Sharing and Discovery,’ aimed to foster stronger connections between the ONA, its policyholders, and the broader community. Minister Franck highlighted the ONA’s pivotal role in Haiti’s social security system, particularly in safeguarding workers’ welfare. He commended ONA Director General Ronald Bazile and his team for organizing an event that showcased the talents and potential of the institution’s employees in fields such as craftsmanship, art, and cuisine. Franck emphasized that such initiatives are vital for enhancing public understanding of the ONA’s operations and services, thereby building a positive image of the institution. Ronald Bazile, in his address, noted that the event was a precursor to the ONA’s 60th anniversary celebrations, designed to highlight the institution’s executives, departments, and services. He also underscored the event’s role in promoting Haitian culture through exhibitions, discussions, and other activities. Additionally, the ONA unveiled the ‘ONA Education Kredi Lekòl’ program, an innovative initiative offering credit facilities to insured parents to help cover their children’s educational expenses, further supporting Haitian families.
