2025 UN REPORT

Over the last few years, the crisis in Haiti has only intensified. Between the political unrest, gang violence, disease outbreaks, and aid uncertainty, there has been a significant increase in the humanitarian needs of millions of Haitian citizens. Last February, after thorough needs analysis and assessment, the UN released their findings and response strategy to the situation in Haiti. Here is what the UN had to say about our sector, water.

This graph shows the severity of the water crisis by region in Haiti. Due to the amplification of gang violence, the UN reports that the number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) increased from 362,551 in November of 2023 to 702,973 in September of 2024. This displacement has caused many people to flee to the “safer” surrounding communities, which has only created more problems. Many of these “safe havens” already struggle with water and sanitation insecurity. The influx of people has put a strain on the already limited amount of drinking water in these communities, which has resulted in a collective decrease in access to safe water and sanitation. Despite this however, the UN reports that these communities have welcomed the displaced with open arms. They willingly share their resources, regardless of the limitations. Another display of the miraculous resilience of the Haitian people.

In their response strategy, the UN highlights an idea we at Haiti outreach know all too well. They say, “It is essential to develop sustainable and inclusive solutions that address the root causes of these challenges, promoting truly inclusive reconstruction at social, economic and institutional levels.” 

You can read the UN’s full report here.