The Haitian Diaspora Days are coming
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The 8th edition of the JIDH aims to make its mark at the Renaissance hall at 7750 Henri-Bourassa East, in Montreal, under the theme "Unite for a strong and united community, focused on a better future".
Whether with Olympic athlete and entrepreneur Bruny Surin or artist Jean Jean Roosevelt, UNICEF Ambassador for Haiti, the International Days of the Haitian Diaspora (JIDH 2026) will shine from April 17 to 19 in Montreal.
Several distinguished guests from the United States, or directly from Haiti, the 8th edition of JIDH intends to make its mark at the Renaissance hall at 7750 Henri-Bourassa East, in Montreal, under the theme "Unite for a strong and united community, looking toward a better future."
"JIDH constitutes a major gathering aimed at bringing together institutional actors, community leaders, entrepreneurs, national and international partners around issues of development, collaboration and mobilization of the Haitian community on a global scale.
This event represents a key moment to reflect, build and strengthen the strategic role of the diaspora in Haiti's future," indicates a press release from the event organization.
The presence of Bruny Surin "will highlight inspiring leaders and success models in different fields," hope the JIDH. The athlete will share his exceptional journey in sports and entrepreneurship, conveying a message of perseverance, leadership and solidarity.
JIDH 2026 intervention areas:
- Education – strengthen access to knowledge and support for younger generations;
- Sports – promote sports as a driver of social cohesion and self-improvement;
- Investment – encourage economic development and sustainable engagement within the community.
Besides the Olympic athlete, artist Jean Jean Roosevelt serves as the official spokesperson for the event this year. "An engaged artist and true voice of Haitian culture on international stages, Jean Jean Roosevelt embodies the values of solidarity, transmission and civic engagement carried by JIDH," emphasize the JIDH.
Through his role as Ambassador and Spokesperson, he will contribute to raising awareness, mobilizing and uniting the diaspora as well as partners around the objectives and concrete actions of this 8th edition, believes Jean David Prophète, JIDH director.
As part of this commitment, the public is invited to scan the QR code appearing on the official event insert to obtain Jean Jean Roosevelt's latest album. The proceeds generated will serve to finance educational, cultural and social activities for vulnerable children in Haiti, thus reinforcing the solidarity and humanitarian dimension of JIDH.
Furthermore, tickets to participate in the International Days of the Haitian Diaspora 2026 are available online. The public is invited to visit the official website www.jidh.ca or go directly to the Eventbrite platform to make their purchase.
Through this edition, JIDH 2026 reaffirms their commitment to placing the Haitian diaspora, culture, innovation and international cooperation at the heart of sustainable and inclusive solutions for Haiti.