Proper nounHaiti
From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. Haiti (pronounced /ˈheɪti/ ( listen); French Haïti, pronounced: [a.iti]; Haitian Creole: Ayiti, Haitian Creole pronunciation: [ajiti]), officially the Republic of Haiti (République d'Haïti ; Repiblik Ayiti) is a Caribbean country. Along with the Dominican Republic, it occupies the island of Hispaniola, in the Greater Antillean archipelago. Ayiti (land of high mountains) was the indigenous Taíno or Amerindian name for the mountainous western side of the island. The country's highest point is Pic la Selle, at 2,680 metres (8,793 ft). The total area of Haiti is 27,750 square kilometres (10,714 sq mi) and its capital is Port-au-Prince. French and Haitian Creole are the official languages. Haiti's regional, historical, and ethnolinguistic position is unique for several reasons. It was the first independent nation in Latin America and the first black-led republic in the world when it gained independence as part of a successful slave rebellion in 1804. Despite having common cultural links with its Hispano-Caribbean neighbors, Haiti is the only predominantly Francophone independent nation in the Americas. It is one of only two independent nations in the Americas (along with Canada) that designate French as an official language; the other French-speaking areas are all overseas départements, or collectivités, of France. Haiti is the poorest country in the Americas as per the Human Development Index. It has experienced political violence throughout its history. Most recently, in February 2004, an armed rebellion forced the resignation and exile of President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, and a provisional government took control with security provided by the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). Rene Preval, the current president, was elected in the Haitian general election, 2006. On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti and devastated the capital city, Port-au-Prince. Although the exact number was difficult to determine, reportedly more than 230,000 people were killed. The Presidential palace, Parliament and many other important structures were destroyed, along with countless homes and businesses, leaving many homeless. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License How can I ensure relief donations for Haiti are used most directly and effectively for those in need? Q. I want to donate for Haiti relief. Which Haiti relief organization offers best return per dollar to victims and those in need? How can I ensure my donation funds are implemented most effectively? And which humanitarian aid organization gives the highest percentage to program services? Asked by tryandgetbyme_usa - Wed Jan 27 14:48:44 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments A. The Red Cross has more than 100 years of experience in helping those in disasters, from war zones to house fires. It is very careful to honor donor specifications for every gift. If you specify it will go to Haiti, it will. HOWEVER, think carefully about what the downside is to insisting on "highest percentage to program services": In order to respond quickly to disasters, people and resources already need to be in place. That means that BEFORE the earthquake, the Red Cross already had to have offices, people, and warehouses with supplies paid for. (Who do you suppose was in the office, answering phones, the day of the quake?) Very little of that is donated spontaneously, because there is nothing in the news to encourage donations of… [cont.] Answered by Mary O - Wed Jan 27 20:26:36 2010 How can i donate money to the people in haiti from my phone in the uk? Q. I saw on youtube that if you text a certain number into your phone then it donates some money to the haiti earthquake people, but it was an american video and i don't know what number it is or how much money it would take from my phone in the uk... Please help. Thank-you. Thanks for trying, Robin W but that's in dollars for the US, i'm looking for the UK numbers, i already tried texting to that number and it failed. Asked by Angela - Fri Jan 15 12:29:18 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments A. If they had a farm, they wouldn't need our help. They are too lazy to grow food and keep livestock. But nooo, 90% of people are in labor force. Answered by Viva D - Mon Jan 18 13:48:21 2010 How has such a big earthquake affected the impoverished island of Haiti, and Dominican Republic?
Q. I heard it was a 7.4 magnitude earthquake. I know many houses in Haiti must not be made very sturdy. What is the latest news? Asked by ghost - Tue Jan 12 17:34:47 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments A. Not sure what the lastest news is, but 7.4 earthquake is strong enough to level just about any city. The now famous San Fransisco earthquake back in late 80's early 90's (not sure when it happened) was I believe only a 6.9 or so. Answered by unknown - Tue Jan 12 17:40:30 2010 From Yahoo Answer Search: "Haiti" See also:
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