About Ayisyen Otantik

In 1804, Haiti made a significant impact on world history by becoming the first country with a majority Black population to gain independence and successfully revolting against slavery. Not only did Haiti defeat Napoleon's army, but it also aided in the independence efforts of other countries. Additionally, Haitians fought in the US War of Independence, and Haitian leaders provided support to South American countries and other nations in their quest for independence. Furthermore, Haiti provided refuge for Jewish refugees during WWII and took a stand against Nazi Germany. Some of these refugees and their descendants still live in Haiti today.

Haiti, a country steeped in rich culture and history, has too often been reduced to a mere stereotype of poverty and underdevelopment. This narrative, however, fails to take into account the deliberate efforts to crush Haiti's pioneering spirit by nations whose interests were threatened by its independence. The Western world's refusal to recognize Haiti's independence until it paid exorbitant reparations to France, coupled with the detrimental economic policies imposed by imperialistic powers, have played a significant role in the country's struggles.

It is imperative that we understand the complexity of Haiti's history and acknowledge the role of external forces in shaping its current situation. To dismiss Haiti as a hopelessly poor and ignorant nation does a disservice to the determination and resilience of its people. The strength of the Haitian diaspora, an economic stronghold, can and should be harnessed to uplift the nation and move it forward. It is time to acknowledge past wrongs and come together to chart a new course for Haiti's future.

Ayisyen Otantik is a privately-owned social platform that has been designed with a specific purpose in mind, that is, to alleviate the current conditions in Haiti by utilizing one of the country's greatest resources, the Diaspora. The team behind this platform is convinced that the conventional methods that have been employed so far have failed to address the deep-rooted problems that Haiti is facing, and therefore, an alternative approach must be taken. They call on all Haitians to unite and work together to tackle the issues that have made the country unlivable for many of its citizens.

The crisis in Haiti is a complex one that has been orchestrated and perpetuated by imperialist powers such as the United States, France, and Canada. In light of the complete collapse of the government structures in Haiti, the team behind Ayisyen Otantik is convinced that the only way to rebuild the country is by starting from the ground up. However, they are keenly aware that the first steps taken in this process will be crucial.

To this end, Ayisyen Otantik's first project is a Micro Credit infrastructure, which seeks to provide access to low-interest credit to a population that has been historically excluded from financial systems. This project will establish a Community Micro Credit Banking System, which will enable a significant portion of the population to become economically active, with the resources to start small businesses and improve their livelihoods.

The team behind Ayisyen Otantik is calling on all Haitians with the capacity to operate small local businesses to join the platform and access the resources necessary to develop a business plan that is tailored to their geographic location. By empowering small businesses, Ayisyen Otantik aims to reignite the economic engine that drives any country and, by extension, shift the focus to other pressing issues that Haiti is facing.