Dear Ones, This is a story that begins in tragedy, yet ends in hope and love for family and community. In challenging environments such as Haiti, death in childbirth is an ever present specter. With the highest maternal and infant mortality rates in the western hemisphere, there is hardly a
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Kate’s Story
Like many mothers, childbirth was one of the most profound experiences of my life. I was fortunate to receive compassionate and competent midwifery care from Nadene Brunk Eads, founder of Midwives for Haiti, through two pregnancies and am forever grateful for the tradition of women helping women through support and
End of Year Fundraising Campaign Update 1
Dear Ones, We are a week into our campaign, and I’m just so delighted and grateful for your response. We are a. quarter of the way through the campaign, and so far we have raised $28,541! The economic situation in Haiti is quite grave at the moment, and the dollar
One Family, Many Voices
Dear Ones, 2020 has certainly been a year like no other! While there have been many hardships, there has also been cooperation, innovation, and connection, as we worked together to overcome these challenges. I have seen so much good come out of the past months! Our community clinics conducted 4504
October Newsletter 2020
Dear Ones, Autumn is firmly upon us in the northern hemisphere, with its crisp nights and sunny days, the smells of bonfires and fallen leaves, and the ever shortening days as we glide towards the end of the year. Personally, I find autumn to be a time of new beginnings, no
Nadene Brunk Eads School News and a New Opportunity
We at Midwives for Haiti hope that you and your families are all healthy and well. This has been a most challenging summer for MFH, just as it has been for everyone. The entire world has been faced with unprecedented trials, and we have all had to adjust in how we choose to move through this changed world.
George Floyd: A Response from Midwives for Haiti
Dear Ones, These past days following the devastating death of George Floyd have thrown the nature of the United States into sharp relief. The protests throughout the country and around the world are filled with chants of #blacklivesmatter and/or #icantbreath. Many have woken up to the realization that we can no
Week 4: Heartfelt Thanks
Dear Ones, Thank you all so much for being a part of our spring fundraising campaign, “Stronger Together: Our Passion in Action!” We hope you have enjoyed getting to know our staff and students in Haiti through their videos and blog posts, that you have learnt some fun new facts
Voices from the Diaspora: Gladias
My strong bond and my work with Midwives for Haiti began with a quick phone call one morning in 2010. I received a phone call from Brother Harry and Brother Michel from whom I learned English for free at Maison Fortunée, an orphanage in my hometown Hinche in Haiti. They
Week 3: Still Stronger Together
Dear Ones, I just wanted to give you a quick update on our Spring Fundraising Campaign. At this point, you have shared $32,855 with us, and we could not be more grateful! You are truly special people, and we are honored by your trust. With only a few days to