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Get started by clicking on the larger photos on this page and exploring the profiles of children, mothers, and restaveks (child slaves) waiting to find a partner. Choosing your own partner increases the likelihood that the partnership can gradually develop into a genuine relationship.
Once you are a PINP partner a personal Partnership page is created, where you will interact with your partner. Here you can see the flow of text messages, photos, and video clips (your own messages will be displayed in red). You can expect to receive a short video clip within the first week and about two messages a month.
PINP brings together modern technology and good, old fashioned compassion to cultivate a kind of relationship that until now was not possible: a partnership that spans continents, overcomes language and cultural barriers, and forms a genuine relationship.
Our conviction is that by always presenting our programs in the context of a living partnership, Haitian partners will have the incentive, support, and accountability they need for long-term development. And our abroad partners will find that they can address global problems without depending on large institutions – by harnessing the power of personal relationships.
Our mini-center system provides a model for semi-autonomous and self-directed learning that provides a pathway towards personal and community development. Both partners can participate in classes, workshops, and reports, culminating in Proposals – a way to join together to address a problem in the community.
In addition to participating in or spearheading a Proposal, you will be able to take action in your own community to deepen awareness about PINP and the places in which we work. For example, you can hold a dinner party for your friends. Though our focus is on creating partnerships, this system presents a unique opportunity for broader change.
“My mother sent me to stay with someone in a tent as a restavek (child slave). It’s very hard for me. Now I sleep on the ground. I never have time to play with children like me. I do not have many clothes. I have no shoes to wear. I am helpful. Very kind. I like to tell stories, run.” Daphenee Loe
“We don’t eat regularly. We eat once a day. Sometimes we spend two days without eating. I wouldn’t like to see my Children facing the same hardship that I am facing. I would like to go to vocational school to learn about sewing and cooking.” Henite Charles
“I would like to have a bed to sleep. I don’t know how to read and write. My mother is dead and my father is far away. I don’t eat regularly. Sometimes I sleep with no food. Some other times, I eat bread with sugar water. I don’t have clothes, sandals, shoes and underwear.” Ricalande Matheus
People in Need Partnership is a growing family of participants. In addition to becoming a partner, there are several ways to get involved. If you prefer to make a traditional donation, here's how. PINP is recognized as a 501(c)3 non-profit, so all donations are tax deductible.
Contributions and gifts are tax-deductible.