News & Stories

At Zanmi Lasante, maintaining links with communities is a daily mission. It is in this human closeness that trust, continuity, and our ability to care, despite persistent challenges, are born.
At Lascahobas, medical, social and food support has given the hardship-scarred Merilan back the dignity and stability he so desperately needed.
After specializing in pediatric surgery in France, Dr Adline Louis chose to return to Haiti. In Hinche, she treats children and trains the next generation of doctors. Between faith, science and commitment, her return illustrates the mission of Zanmi Lasante.
When it comes to healthcare in Haiti, discussions often focus on the lack of infrastructure, the scarcity of equipment or the overcrowding of hospitals. Yet the real backbone of the system is its professionals.
Péralte Louis-Jacques began as an orderly at Cange in 2003. Now in charge of the surgery department, he puts his 22 years of experience to work for patients, with an unwavering commitment to safe, humane care.
After four months without care due to the closure of the HUM, Kerline is resuming her cancer treatment at Cange. A return made possible by Zanmi Lasante’s commitment to keeping her patients in care.
In Belladère, 65-year-old Elie Lerismé lives with chronic heart disease. Thanks to Hôpital Notre-Dame de la Nativité, he is regaining control of his health. His story bears witness to the tangible impact of quality care.
Despite the instability, Zanmi Lasante teams are adapting and maintaining care throughout the network. Through concrete efforts, they prove that the mission continues to move forward, with determination and humanity.