January 29, 2026
Michaëlle Jean, former Governor General of Canada, is sounding the alarm over Haiti’s dire situation. In a heartfelt plea, she describes a country in freefall, overrun by gangs and abandoned by its leaders.
The collapse of the Haitian state has plunged the population into unimaginable chaos. Every day, families are forced to flee their homes as violence spirals out of control.
In the face of this tragedy, Michaëlle Jean urges the Haitian people to take charge of their own destiny. She emphasizes the need for a collective response to halt what she calls a deliberate project of national destruction.
She proposes the convening of a Patriotic Congress—an open forum for dialogue among all progressive forces. The goal is to rebuild the nation on strong foundations, free from the fruitless political infighting that has long plagued the country.
Restoring security is the top priority, as no future can be envisioned without it. Reclaiming territorial control and ending impunity are essential steps in restoring hope to the people.
She also advocates for a free and sovereign electoral process, shielded from foreign interference and manipulation. Only a renewed governance can break Haiti free from the vicious cycle of political crises.
Michaëlle Jean makes it clear: this is not about seeking power but fulfilling a patriotic duty. She calls on every Haitian, wherever they may be, to join this initiative and work together to build a future of dignity and prosperity
