Camp-Marie Haiti
Location
Located about 105 km north from Port-au-Prince, in the South Department of Haiti, the community of Camp Marie sits between Saint Marc and Montrouis along the National Road #1. The community has an estimated population of 7,000 people. It is located about 90 minutes from Port-au-Prince.
Description
Haitians in general are a very hospitable and welcoming population, including those in Camp Marie. Economics revolve a great deal around agricultural products produced in the area. Fruits and vegetables are grown locally. The leaders in Camp Marie are eager to begin the journey of development as a 410 Bridge partner community. The community has many needs including access to safe water, agriculture and health. With most people living in poverty, everyday becomes a struggle to survive for the people living in Camp Marie.
While 80% of the Christian community attends weekly church service, Voodoo continues to have a prominent influence in the community at large. The Christian church would highly benefit from a strong discipleship program for both the children and adults. Another priority in Camp Marie is clean water followed by agriculture and health. The local leaders are ready to lead the community by uniting and mobilizing its people towards common goals.