Haitian

Ohio Launches Animated Video Series in Haitian Creole to Boost Road Safety Awareness

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a bid to increase road safety awareness, the Ohio Department of Public Safety launched a new animated video series on Friday targeted at the Haitian community in Springfield, featuring content in Haitian Creole. The initiative is part of a broader effort to educate residents on state driving regulations and foster safer interactions between drivers and law enforcement. Governor Mike DeWine has emphasized the role of these educational tools in helping the Haitian community better navigate Ohio’s roads. The project, which includes a series of animated videos, will educate viewers about key … Read more

Yale Law Alumni Unite to Support Haitian Community in Springfield with Fundraising Initiative

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Springfield, OH – A group of Yale Law School alumni has initiated a fundraising campaign to support the Haitian community in Springfield, spotlighting the enduring bonds between former classmates and their commitment to social justice. The campaign, driven by former peers of U.S. Senator JD Vance, aims to channel funds into educational and health care resources for one of Springfield’s most underserved populations. Vance, a notable Republican figure and a 2022 election candidate, has often credited his experiences and education at Yale for shaping his political and personal philosophy. However, it’s the broader community and … Read more

American Founder of Haitian Orphanage Faces Sexual Abuse Charges, Previous Grand Jury Investigation Revealed

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Denver, Colorado – An American founder of a Haitian orphanage, Michael Geilenfeld, has been charged with sexual abuse. According to court documents filed by his attorney, Geilenfeld was previously investigated by a grand jury about a decade ago but was not indicted. The attorney’s filing requested Geilenfeld’s release from custody while the current case proceeds, and the detention hearing has been delayed until Friday. The indictment against Geilenfeld was made on January 18 by a grand jury in Florida. He is accused of traveling from Miami to Haiti with the intent to engage in illicit … Read more