Evacuation of Haitian Children to Jamaica
Fifty-nine Haitian children with disabilities and 13 caregivers were evacuated to Jamaica due to ongoing gang conflict and disrupted services in Haiti.
Key Points
- 59 Haitian children with disabilities and 13 caregivers evacuated to Jamaica
- Gang conflict in Haiti disrupting essential services and endangering lives
- Mustard Seed Communities providing care and support in Jamaica
- Health system in Haiti under severe strain due to ongoing crisis
Pros
- Children and caregivers were evacuated to safety in Jamaica
- Received medical screenings upon arrival
- Provided with care and support by Mustard Seed Communities
Cons
- Health system in Haiti under strain
- Violence and unrest in Haiti due to gang conflicts
- Increased number of internally displaced people in Haiti