- About Us
Haiti Renewal Alliance (HRA)
Non-profit diaspora engagement organization operating at the nexus of humanitarian assistance and development in the Caribbean with a focus on Haiti. Our community-based models focus on enhancing effective coordination, collaboration, and collective action by leveraging diaspora human, technical, and financial resources. For over a decade, HRA’s past performance and experience have included investment promotion, diaspora advocacy, government, and private sector consulting, as well as, organizing, and hosting successful community development programming (e.g. “Haiti Business Expo” in Washington, D.C. and Port-au-Prince). Our activities have gathered key stakeholders including donors, the private sector, diaspora businesses and organizations, bi + multilateral development institutions, impact investors, chambers of commerce, and Haitian central government officials. HRA is a registered 501c3 business and has various funding partnerships with the private sector, NGOs, United Nations, IOM, and USAID to develop Diaspora Engagement programming. HRA global diaspora platforms include Investors Tank, Haitian Diaspora Emergency Response Unit (HDERU), Diaspora Engagement Framework (co-created with IOM), Diaspora Partnership Accelerator (DPA co-created with USAID), and Diaspora Advocacy Coalition.
For any inquiries Mail Us:
hra@haitirenew.org
HDERU
The Haitian Diaspora Emergency Response Unit (HDERU) is the community emergency response team established in 2010. Activated during emergencies only, HDERU serves as a comprehensive disaster management platform, effectively leveraging the expertise and resources of local, national, and international stakeholders across the diaspora. HRA enhanced its model in 2020 as part of a USAID-funded collaborative effort to develop a Global Diaspora Framework. This collaborative approach ensures a swift and well-coordinated humanitarian response in times of crisis.
OneDiaspora
Community coalition of over 80 organizational members including diaspora organizations, businesses, NGOs, and local governments, operating as an umbrella humanitarian and development network under one coordinating framework. The platform, strategically aligned with regional partnerships, harnesses diaspora support for disaster recovery into development and employs a global cluster system approach. The result is a coordinated effort that mobilizes key humanitarian actors and resources during disasters, with a special focus on recovery and impact investment initiatives in Haiti. OneDiaspora stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in the humanitarian sector, providing a model for effective diaspora coordination and collective action globally.
Global Diaspora Framework
HRA in a collaborative effort with the International Organization for Migration(IOM), and funding from USAID's Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) has spearheaded the development of the Diaspora Coordination Framework. Under this innovative framework, HRA also developed OneDiaspora, a dynamic community-based platform committed to enhancing Diaspora Coordination in Preparedness, Response, and Recovery into development.
- Our Team
Meet Our Team
We believe that our team is our greatest asset. Each member brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives to the table, making us stronger together.
Firmin Backer
President and Co-Founder of HRA
DR. Magalie Emile-Backer
Vice President and Co-Founder
Maybelle Jadotte-Clairvil
Director of OneDiaspora
Georgemay Figaro
Government Liaison
Jessica Theodore
Director of Marketing and Communications
Dr. Gilbert Saint Jean
Director of Policy Research and Advocacy
Marc Fred Saint-Sauveur
Senior Project Manager
Jessica Théodore
Director of Marketing and Communications
Marc Fred Saint-Sauveur
Senior Project Manager
Dr. Gilbert Saint Jean
Director of Policy Research and Advocacy
Our Partners
HRA engages in collaborative efforts with the private sector, Humanitarian Actors, Government, and non-governmental organizations to propel growth, minimize risk, and further sustainability objectives. Together, we have the potential to achieve sustainable impact that extends beyond the realm of diaspora remittance.
Mission
Diaspora integration in global development
Vision
Promoting diaspora engagement for the sustainable development and investment in the Caribbean, particularly, Haiti
Guiding Principle
Committed to diaspora engagement and integration to foster community trust, partnership and economic growth
Convene
- Business Conferences and Expos
- Business Development Trade Missions
- Diaspora Networking Events & Town Halls
- Job Fairs
Connect
- Public/Private/Social Sector Dialogue
- Partnerships with Key Stakeholders
- Investment Opportunities
Broker
- Strengthen Diaspora Engagement and Participation
- Cultivate Networking Opportunities for Businesses and Professionals
- Bridge Gaps Through Inclusive Development Initiatives
Our Gallery
A Journey Through Our Gallery
