A Vital Matters Perspective: Haitians Helping Haitians: Stories in the Making
Haitians Helping Haitians: Stories in the Making
Jerry Philogene reflects on how Myrlande Constant’s composition serves as a powerful form of personal memory and storytelling. Through scenes of prayer, burial, and mutual aid, the piece captures not only suffering but also the resilience and solidarity of Haitians in the aftermath of the disaster. Philogene notes how Constant’s work contrasts with global media portrayals, offering a more intimate and grounded perspective—one that highlights community care, spiritual practice, and the everyday ways Haitians support one another in the face of ongoing catastrophe.
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