Photo by Rachel Moscoso Denis.

The Association of Exchange & Development Activities & Partnerships. Inc (AEDAP), was founded in February 1982 by Jean Th. Lindor, a native of Cavaillon, Haiti.
For ...more

Jean, the vision was simply a desire to create a better environment through several development programs for the less fortunate. Jean provided power of attorney to his daughter Mie. Flore Lindor Latortue,currently the CEO and Executivr Director, to continue his dream. AEDAP is composed of professionals, clinicians, priests, pastors and youth groups joining to meet with existing organizations to launch and support grassroots projects.

Photos by Manny Ardouin & Rachel Moscoso Denis.

Our Mission
Support and promote the development of future leaders through education
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Provide a link between existing community organizations to facilitate networking.
Provide a platform for our thought leaders and experts from all academic, professional, and technical backgrounds to exchange ideas, collaborate, and share their knowledge with our community.
Improve the image of Haitians throughout South Florida, and promote excellence in our community.

Our Vision
Our vision is to empower the Haitian community to be better represented in South Florida and the community at large, and to better coordinate the efforts of the Haitian Diaspora to participate in the reconstruction of Haiti

Photos by Rachel Moscoso Denis

Photos by Manny Ardouin

This Saturday, June 28 2008 was not necessarily the date which replaces June 10 as the effective date of birth of the 1st Haitian Creole in Miami, Florida. This was the only ...more

date available in this grand venue that was appropriate for an event of this magnitude. The 30th Anniversary of Express Publicité, the Dean.

June 10, 1978 to June 10, 2008 represents 30 years of a long journey for Haitians who have struggled to make their community, an active participant in South Florida.

" Un peuple sans memoire est un peuple sans histoire". The 30th Anniversary must be the recognition of the Haitian Press and an occasion of remembrance for every one.

This Long venture will certainly continue with more intensity and assurance for all future victories. Let's wish to Carmelau & his staff: Bonne Fete from PIKLIZ.

Committe Members:

Dr. Larinus Pierre.
Father Jn. Marie Réginald.
Régine Monestime.
Adeline Mazarin.
Mona Exulien.
Jean-Claude Exulien.
Rev. Mie Lourdes Metellus.
Rev Fritz Bazin.
MichelVoltaire.
Henry Claude Marcellus.
Dr. Gerard Campfort.
Ganine Avin.
Honorable Jacques Despinosse.
Gepsie Metellus.
Roger Biambi.
BazileJn. Berthol
Pradel Vilmé.
Dr. Johanne Monestime.
Carl Angel Monestime, esq.
Stenio Lauriston.
St. Louis Fleurizard
Rv. Gonel Joseph

Photos by Rachel Moscoso Denis

Gala for the Construction of The Shrine of Notre Dame D'Haiti Catholic Church.

Dinner & Auction Gala
Photos by Rachel Moscoso Denis and Francois Adrien.

Sant La launched its operations in June 2001 with start up grants from the Kennedy Foundation, The Knight-Leigh ...more

Foundation, The Fisher Philanthropic Fund, the North Dade Medical Foundation and the Roblee Foundation.

To date, they have received support from:
The Dade Community Foundation
Miami-Dade County Department of Human Service
The United Way
The Alliance for Human Services
Coral Gables Congressional Church
The Department of Children and Families
The Juvenile Assessment Center
The organization's 2002 - 2003 budget is in excess of $600,000, which is complemented by the services funded by partner agencies.

To date their partner agencies include:

The Department of Children and Families (DCF)
The Department of Human Services
Children Psychiatric Services (OPS)
The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ)
Sant La has a diverse 40-member board representing community leaders as well as representatives of social service agencies that primarily server the Central, North and South Dade Haitian Communities.

SERVICES: A one stop referral, education and neighborhood resource center that...
Serves as a bridge to existing community services
Serves as a central intake and referral point for neighborhood residents
Works to strengthen neighborhood leadership and capcacity
Provides training and staff development
Partners with existing community based organizations and goverment agencies
Advocates on behalf of the Haitian-American community\'s needs and makes corresponding policy recommendations
Serves as a repository for data on the Haitian community in South Florida
Offers on-going outreach and education

Photos by Rachel Moscoso Denis

Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables, Florida
Photos & Coverage by Rachel Moscoso Denis

----Global Voice Group S.A. Celebrated 10 Yrs of Service and Commitment----Global Voice Group S.A. a leading ...more

telecommunications carrier in Africa and the Caribbean celebrated 10yrs of outstanding service and commitment within the ICT sector.

MIAMI, FLORIDA – Global Voice Group S.A. (GVG) founded in Port Au Prince, Haiti in January 1998 by Laurent Lamothe and Patrice Baker celebrated 10 years of success and extraordinary growth. From humble origins in Port Au Prince, Haiti, childhood friends Laurent Lamothe and Patrice Baker have made GVG one of the largest carriers in Africa and the Caribbean.

With Global presence in 55 countries over 4 continents, of which 30 are in the Africa, GVG has pioneered systems and business models tailored for the particular challenges within Africa and the Caribbean. Today, Global Voice is the leading carrier to Africa and the Caribbean While the company assists nations and governments to develop their ICT requirements, it is a deeply held belief by GVG that all sectors of society must benefit from the communications revolution. For this reason, GVG insists on working with governments and NGO’s to create anti-poverty funds, sports assistance programs, economic development funds and social and education programs in all the countries in which they operate.

In the words of Laurent Lamothe, Group President and CEO: “Global Voice Group is guided by the 3 core values of innovation, trust and long-term collaboration and partnerships. Global Voice Group strives for customer-driven solutions that enable our partners to achieve excellence through dedication, honesty and integrity.”

It is these values that have contributed to the phenomenal growth of The Global Voice Group and allowed the GVG family to mature and grow over the previous ten years. This achievement is truly a story of success and accomplishment against all the odds in very difficult regions, in a business sector that does not welcome new entrants.

More than three hundred important people in the world of communications in Africa, Haiti, Canada, Miami, Spain and Guadeloupe was invited to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Global Voice Group S.A. a company founded by two young Haitians, Laurent Lamothe and Patrice Baker.

The anniversary party was held at the prestigious Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables on Sunday January 20th, 2008 from 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM and was animated with live music by guitarists Jacky Ambroise and Roberto Obregon " Strings Group", followed with an elegant and delicious dinner in a spacious room at the Biltmore with our faboulous Haitian band leader Michel Martelly aka Sweet Micky one of Global Voice Group's business partner and associate .

THE PROGRAM
Cocktails and canapes were served from 7:00 to 8:00 at the Vanderbilt room with music of Jacky Ambroise. Each lady guest was greated with a long steam rose.The "Talking Drums"entertained the guests prior to the company introduction presented by Mohammed Khan, Marketing Director Global Voice Group South Africa.

A power point presentation depicted a short chronological history showing the evolution process of Global Voice Group.
This presentation also focused on the success of the group and its contributors.

Following this presentation, we were honored with a speech by the Chairman and Co-Founder Ricardo Olloqui. Thereafter Laurent and Patrice were eloquent in emphasing their appreciation for the sacrifices an experiences of all those who contributed in building " Global Voice Group " toasted to their success, and presented different awards to the most outstanding employees.

THE MENU was delicious. The guests had the pleasure to have for:

Appetizers
Cold hors d'oeuvres
Smoked salmon, fresh dill capers and creme fraiche
Chilled herb and garlic saute shrimp on French bread crostini
Main Lobster salad, beluga caviar, brioche crostini

Hot Hors D'Oeuvres
Grilled New Zealand baby lamb chops, fresh mint jam

Main Course
Mesculin Lettuce, marinated Asparagus Tips, Fresh Goat Cheese, Red Grape Tomatoes Raspberry
Char-Grilled Filet Mignon/Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass
Sun Dried Tomato and Olive Oil crushed Fingerling
Potatoes Grilled vegetables

Dessert
Banana Foster Flambe prepared to order with vanilla Ice cream,
Chocolate Sacher Torte, Dulce de leche
Cheesecake, Chestnut St Honore, Fresh Fruit Tarts
Coconut Croquembouche, Chocolate Truffles and Double Dipped Strawberries

The success of this beautiful 10th anniversary was possible by the efforts and dedication of Gilbert Pasquet, Director of International Operations, Global Voice Group S.A. who received an award for the best employee of the year, Mrs Virginia Godoy Public Relations BTS, Debbie La Rocca Breaux Executive Assistant GVG, Mohammed Khan, Marketing Director GVG,Natacha Magloire-Cajuste Event coordinator,Georges Eric Sassine, Flowers from Fernando Rojas, Blooming Design & Events in Doral.

Jacky Ambroise and Michel Martelly animated the night with charm and elegance.
I was honored to be part of the protocol group and the Global Voice sales team.

WHAT A SUCCESS STORY LAURENT AND PATRICE!

LIST OF PRESTIGIOUS GUESTS WHO TRAVELED FROM:

WASHINGTON, DC
HE Dr Machivenyika Mapuranga, Ambassador Republic of Zimbabwe
Mr Gideon Gapare from Embassy Republic of Zimbabwe Washington DC
Mr Robert Zantan (First Counselor Embassy of Benin) with wife Claire Celine Houkpati
HE Patrick Nandago Ambassador of NAMIBEA
HE Dens G Antoine Ambassador of GRANADA
Mr Abdoulaye Diop Ambassador of MALI

MONTREAL CANADA TELEGLOBE
Mr Harry Etienne
Mr Denis Archambault
Mr Rizziero Di Frederico

TOGO TOGOTEL
Mr Bikassam Petchetibadi, General Director Togotel
Mrs Wely BARQUE-BARRY, Directrice des Relations internationales et Operateurs

GUINEE BISSAU GUINETEL
Mr JOA FEDERICO GOMES DE BARROS
MR ISIDORO LOPEZ RODRIGUES

REPUBLIC OF GUINEE, CONAKRY SOTELGUI
Mrs FANTA TOURE DIAKITE
Mr BHOYE BAH
Mrs BARRY HADJA TAIBOU

REPUBLIC OF MALI, BAMACO SOTELMA
Mr Modibo Keita

SOUTH AFRICA Insiqui Investment Holdings
Mr Lindikhaya Sipoyo Cape Town
Mr Piet J N ieman, Cape Town

SOUTH AFRICA GLOBAL VOICE GROUP
Mr and Mrs Lumkile Mtolo Regional director Global Voice Group
Mr Mohammed Khan Mrketing Director ,Global Voice Group

TCHAD
Mr Hassam Abdoulaye Taroung , Directeur de Cabinet du Ministre des Postes et Nouvelles Technologies du Tchad
Mr Berneal MADJIREBAYE, Resposable de Projets

COTE D'IVOIRE ATP
Mr Arnauld AZILINON Resposible fore Wholesale
Mr Raphael Konan Directeur General Adjoint

COTE DIVOIRE GLOBAL VOICE GROUP S.A.
Mr Thierry GUEDE, Vice President for Africa Global Voice
Mrs Lydie DUNCAN Resposible International Department

SENEGAL GLOBAL VOICE S.A.
Mr Serigne Ben Niang Executive Director

HAITI
Mr Jean Edouard Baker
Mr Pierrot and Ms Rachel Coupeau
Mr and Mrs Pierre Chauvet
Mr Cedrick Chauvet
Mr Francois Dugue
Sophia, Michel and Olivier Martelly
Mr and Mrs Patrice Rouzier
Mr Aino Wiener

GUADELOUPE
Mr and Mrs Michel Calmo
Mr and Mrs Philippe Ramalingon

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Mr and Mrs Pierre Leon St-Remy/ GVG DR
Mr and Mrs Thomas Hippolyte/GVG DR
Mr James Claude/ GVG/DR

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
Mr and Mrs Patrice Baker


Rachel Moscoso Denis
RD EVENT CONSULTANT
AND PLANNING, INC
MIAMI, FL
racheldenis54@aol.com
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cell: 786-290-9718

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The Haitian American Leadership Organization, HALO, is a newly established non-profit organization whose main objectives are promoting education, fostering unity, ...more

promoting networking, and improving the image of Haitians throughout South Florida.
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Our Mission
Support and promote the development of future leaders through education
Provide a link between existing community organizations to facilitate networking.
Provide a platform for our thought leaders and experts from all academic, professional, and technical backgrounds to exchange ideas, collaborate, and share their knowledge with our community.
Improve the image of Haitians throughout South Florida, and promote excellence in our community.
Our Vision
Our vision is to empower the Haitian community to be better represented in South Florida and the community at large, and to better coordinate the efforts of the Haitian Diaspora to participate in the reconstruction of Haiti.

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The HALO Family
Members and supporters are the driving force behind HALO. It is with your continued support that we are able to see our mission through. We welcome all of you to join in whatever capacity you are able; every little bit counts and together we can make a difference and bring about changes for the better in the Haitian community. Becoming a member or supporter of HALO is easy.