WAYS TO VOLUNTEER WITH HURAH:
1) INTERNATIONAL ACCOMPANIMENT: The physical presence of accompaniment volunteers decreases the very real risks faced by human rights defenders as they go about their important work. HURAH follows a non-violent, non-partisan, non-political philosophy to conflict resolution and to the promotion of basic human rights in Haiti. Many of the human rights defenders with whom HURAH works have been threatened and even attacked by violent factions in Haiti. As an international accompanier, you decrease the likelihood that violence will occur by demonstrating international support for a non-violent approach to conflict resolution. No previous experience required except an open mind, and a willingness to endure the living conditions now prevalent in Haiti (intermittent electricity, living in tents, etc.) French and/or Haitian Creole language skills are a definite plus.
E-mail Tom Luce at president@hurah.org if you would like to become a human rights accompanier.
2)FUNDRAISING: If you aren’t able to travel to Haiti, and if you are not in a position to contribute financially, please consider helping HURAH to raise money. Most of HURAH‘s partner organizations’ needs are very simple: basic communications, money for transportation, repairs to automobiles, money for tents, tarps, and food. HURAH will consider any and all fundraising ideas, from bake sales to grant proposals. Are you an expert grant writer? We need your help.
E-mail Tom Luce at president@hurah.org if you would like to help fundraise for HURAH.
