Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)

Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)

Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)

Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)Fondation pour l'Avancement Des Femmes Haitiennes (FAFHA)
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Foundation for the Advancement of Haitian Women

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Board of Directors

Dr. Flore Saint-Louis Weinstein-Founder/Director

  

Flore is the founder and Director of the “Fondation pour l'Avancement des Femmes Haitiennes” (FAFHA). After dedicating 31 years of service to the Federal Government, she transitioned into the nonprofit sector, focusing specifically on refugee resettlement for approximately five years. Currently, Flore co-owns and serves as the managing Director of Faith Language Services, LLC, a company specializing in translation and interpretation. Faith Language Services offers expertise in a variety of languages, including French, Creole, Kinyarwanda, Swahili, Lingala, Kirundi, Kikongo, Spanish and many more, making communication accessible for diverse communities.The mission of Faith Language Services is to bridge the language gap between companies, individuals, and the immigrant population. 

Flore holds a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management and Labor Relations, as well as a PhD in Public Policy and Administration. Flore believes that empowering women is a key strategy for reducing poverty in Haiti. This conviction is the primary motivation behind her creation of FAFHA, aiming to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Haitian women. 

Board of Directors (cont')

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Reverend Father Caudy Augustin-Principal Advisor

  

Father Caudy Augustin is a Roman Apostolic Catholic priest in the Archdiocese of Cap Haitien, Haiti.

He has served as Pastor of the Parish "Notre Dame du bon Secours" of Pignon, Haiti for many years and is presently the Pastor of "Église Paroissiale de Christ Roi" of Morne Rouge, Haiti. 

Father Caudy is a great Leader, teacher, administrator and team player. He is a friendly and dynamic individual who brings life and energy to every parish he is assigned to. 

He can speak Creole, French and some English because of the numerous trips made to the United States of America. Father Caudy will serve in the capacity of Principal Advisor for the foundation. He wishes to give the best of himself for the advancement of FAFHA.

Mrs. Magalie Phillips-Treasurer

Magalie worked as a registered nurse with the city of New-York for over 30 years. She holds a Master’s degree in health care management and has held many high ranking managerial positions during her career in healthcare. Maguy is a dynamic leader who is proficient in fundraising activities for her community. She will serve this foundation in the capacity of Treasurer.

Mrs.Hermanah Pierre- Communication Advisor

  

Mrs. Hermanah Pierre  is a native of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. She is married with four beautiful daughters and resides In Nashville, Tennessee with her family. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Tennessee State University in pulmonary care sciences. Hermanah serves in the Tennessee army national guard with pride and honor. When she is not busy working or soldiering, she enjoys spending time with her family. She loves to dance and cook. She loves the Haitian culture and is always ready to be involved in anything happening in the Haitian community.  Hermanah is always ready to serve her people. She is so excited to become a part of the FAFHA'S family where she will serve as a communication advisor.

Mrs. Murene Saint-Louis Dumesle-Secretary

Murene is a registered nurse with specialization in epidemiology. She is a wife, mother, sister and friend who understands the struggles of Haitian women to gain autonomy. She has extensive experience in supervision. She is proficient in drafting reports and will serve as secretary for the foundation.

Reverend Father Hary Anéasse-Adjunct Advisor

Father Hary Anéasse was born in Grande Rivière du Nord, Haiti. He completed his preliminary studies with “Les frères de l’instruction Chrétienne” and subsequently pursued his secondary education at the Lycée National Jean Jacques Dessalines in Grande Rivière du Nord. He also completed his philosophical and theological studies at the Grand Séminaire Notre Dame d'Haïti.


Ordained a priest on September 7, 2017, for the Archdiocese of Cap-Haïtien, Father Hary Anéasse served as Administrator of the Archbishopric of Cap-Haïtien from 2017 to 2024. Since 2024, he has held the position of Pastor at the Notre Dame du Bon Secours Parish in Pignon.


Father Hary Anéasse is distinguished by his dynamism, respectfulness, and compassion. These remarkable qualities make him a cherished and respected figure within his community. The FAFHA organization is honored to benefit from his services as an Adjunct Advisor—a role in which he contributes his expertise and dedication to the service of the community.





Our Programs

Sponsorship programs

In Haiti, School tuition is high. Most Haitian families are having difficulties sending their children to a decent school. We will take donations from individuals as well as local businesses and use them to assist low-income single mothers pay tuition for their children. Help us connect with donors.

Mentoring programs

We want to keep older women involved in their community. We want to give a platform to meet and express their feelings as well as their needs. Those meetings can also serve as counseling sessions to help families cope with any life difficulties they might be experiencing. It also involves literacy and health counseling.

Empowerment Programs

Our community is full of women who have an entrepreneurial spirit. We want to empower them with a microfinance program, We also want them to learn a trade or skill such as culinary arts which will allow them to become self-sufficient.

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