The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) works to build a stable and economically viable Haiti.
Widespread deforestation is a critical concern in Haiti and poses a serious threat to the lives of Haitian citizens. This deforestation has led to flooding, dramatic rates of soil erosion, and subsequent declines in agricultural productivity.
The January 2010 earthquake in Haiti displaced millions, and killed or injured hundreds of thousands. Since 2010, USAID has provided relief, recovery, reconstruction, and long-term development assistance.
In Haiti’s health sector, there have been positive gains in some areas with stagnation in others. The 2017 Demographic Health Survey shows that during the last five years, period infant mortality decreased by 23 percent, and total fertility fell by 14 percent.
Women and girls are the backbone of Haitian society and local economy. Nearly half of Haitian households are
women-led.
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Last updated: January 17, 2020
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