Category Archives: Haiti

Audmar – Working in NYC

May 22, 2014 vikihazkour

Audmar Charles, born and raised in Port au Prince, Haiti, came to the United States in 1979 in hopes for an economic opportunity. By the looks of his work history, it seems as if it was more of a mission than just a hope. As a 23 year old ambitious young man, Audmar wasted no … Continue Reading ››

Food Vendors, Haiti, Work

Gary Rey’s Work as told to Kwan Holloway

May 21, 2014 Kwan Holloway

Madness on Two Wheels Chaos reigns in Manhattan as the cars fly by, nearly colliding at every intersection. The cacophony of horns, yells, and shrieks fill the muggy air as Gary Rey flies by on his bike, en route to his next delivery destination. His hoodie surfs in the wind like a cape, sitting around his waist … Continue Reading ››

Haiti, Immigrant Interviews

Harryson Civil’s Interview as told to Kwan Holloway

May 19, 2014 Kwan Holloway

Harryson Civil’s family was living in Haiti with no opportunities, and barely and help from anyone. When it became too much, they fled to America in search of acceptance, love, and a brighter future. After coming here, Harryson’s life has done nothing but improve. The Early Years I was born in Port-au-Prince, it’s the capital of Haiti. … Continue Reading ››

Haiti, Immigrant Interviews, Parent Immigration Story, Second Generation Immigrants

Samuel J Paul’s Inteview as told to Viki Hazkour

May 15, 2014 vikihazkour

Samuel J Paul is a second generation Haitian whose parents moved to America about twenty years ago. Samuel is constantly reminded about his parent’s move and is proud that they were able to successfully accommodate to New York even with such a rough beginning. In Haiti My parents are born and raised Haitians. They are so … Continue Reading ››