"Haiti's Diaspora: A Lifeline Amidst Gang Violence and Political Threats"

Haiti is in the grips of escalating gang violence, prompting an "extremely generous" Haitian diaspora in the United States to lend support to their homeland. The recent resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry following brazen gang attacks has further exacerbated the country's turmoil, with the diaspora playing a crucial role in providing aid and assistance to their families and friends in Haiti. The diaspora's remittances, which now account for more than a fifth of Haiti's GDP, have been instrumental in sustaining the country amidst the ongoing crisis.