Haiti Rehabilitation Foundation

03/11/2026

Exciting progress is happening in Léogâne!

The first visible steps toward the future home of the Faculté Des Sciences De Réhabilitation De Léogâne UNEPH (FSRL) are underway. The land for the new campus is currently being cleared and leveled—an important milestone that moves us closer to creating a permanent space where future occupational and physical therapists in Haiti will learn, grow, and serve their communities.

This new campus represents more than buildings. It represents opportunity, sustainability, and a long-term investment in rehabilitation education in Haiti. Every tree cleared and every section of land leveled brings us one step closer to classrooms, labs, and gathering spaces where the next generation of rehabilitation professionals will be trained.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support this vision. Your encouragement, advocacy, and generosity are helping turn this dream into reality.

Stay tuned for more updates as construction continues! And consider supporting this monumental work: https://www.haitirehab.org/

03/06/2026

As the International Paralympic Committee Winter Games (March 6–15, 2026) begin, we are proud to celebrate Ralf Etienne, who is representing Haiti on the world stage.

Ralf’s participation is a powerful moment for Haiti and for the disability community. Competing in the Paralympic Winter Games requires extraordinary dedication, resilience, and perseverance — qualities that inspire people everywhere, especially young people in Haiti who are living with disabilities.

At Haiti Rehabilitation Foundation, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through our support of the Faculté des Sciences de Réhabilitation de Léogâne (Fsrl Uneph) — Haiti’s first occupational therapy and physical therapy academic program — we are helping train the rehabilitation professionals who will expand access to therapy services across the country.

Athletes like Ralf remind us why this work matters. Rehabilitation services help individuals with disabilities build strength, develop skills, and participate fully in life — whether that means succeeding in school, returning to work, engaging in their communities, or even competing on the world stage.

Today we celebrate Ralf Etienne, proudly representing Haiti, and all Paralympic athletes who show the world that determination, opportunity, and support can unlock extraordinary potential.

Haiti is represented. The world is watching. And the possibilities are endless.



https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/paralympic-games/results/athlete-details/90753

03/04/2026

🌍 Volunteer with Haiti Rehabilitation Foundation’s English Club!

Join us for a weekly, informal Zoom session connecting with Haitian occupational and physical therapy students to help them practice conversational English. Each session lasts about one hour, with no long-term commitment and no formal ESL training needed—just a willingness to chat, support, and share cross-cultural dialogue.

This is a meaningful opportunity for OT/OTA, PT/PTA, and other health professions practitioners and students to connect with future colleagues internationally—but volunteers from all backgrounds are welcome!

📚 Educators: Consider offering English Club as an optional or extra-credit service-learning opportunity for your students.

💌 Interested? Reach out to Linda Robinson at linda.robinson.mspt@gmail.com to get started!

03/04/2026

Rehabilitation is not charity. It is not optional. It is not a privilege.

Reyabilitasyon se yon dwa moun.
Rehabilitation is a Human Right.

At Haiti Rehabilitation Foundation, our mission is clear: to support the education and leadership of Haitian occupational and physical therapists through the Faculté des Sciences de Réhabilitation de Léogâne (Fsrl Uneph). Because sustainable change happens when professionals are trained locally, lead locally, and serve their own communities.

Our purpose is not short-term relief. It is long-term transformation. Our vision is a Haiti where access to rehabilitation is built into the healthcare system — led by Haitians, for Haitians.

This movement is about dignity.
It is about justice.
It is about building systems that last.

Support the vision: https://www.haitirehab.org

03/03/2026

🌟 Congratulations to Annabelle Pierre! 🌟

We are proud to celebrate FSRL graduate Annabelle Pierre for serving as Haiti’s Occupational Therapy Representative for the Association of Caribbean Occupational Therapists (ACOT).

Her leadership reflects Haiti’s growing presence in regional collaboration, advocacy, and professional advancement across the Caribbean. 🇭🇹

We applaud Annabelle’s commitment to strengthening occupational therapy and representing Haiti with excellence. 💙

We are proud to introduce the 2026–2027 Country Representative Executive of the Association of Caribbean Occupational Therapists (ACOT).

OTs that are committed to shaping the future of occupational therapy across the Caribbean.

Rooted in collaboration and driven by purpose, they represent a shared vision: stronger regional partnerships, bold advocacy, professional growth, and meaningful impact within the communities being served.

03/03/2026

The Association of Students of the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences of Léogâne officially launched the academic year in style with an unforgettable day of reflection, creativity, and celebration in Chatuley, Léogâne. 🇭🇹

The day began with a powerful conference:
🎤 “Catharsis and Creation: Haitian Carnival as a Symbol of Resilience for a Wounded Society.”

Through rich and meaningful dialogue, students explored how Haitian carnival serves as a space for emotional release, cultural expression, and social reconstruction. Carnavibes is about rethinking our culture — deeply and differently.

A vibrant atmosphere of exchange, unity, and carnival spirit marked the official AEFSRL 2026–2027 kick-off.

The year is just beginning — and the energy is already strong. 💙

03/03/2026

🎓✨ Congratulations to our new rehabilitation professionals!
On December 20, the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences of Léogâne had the great pleasure of celebrating the graduation of Julie BOOTH, Zara HARRIS and René BROWN.
👏 15 graduates, including
✔️ 4 occupational therapists
✔️ 11 physiotherapists
ready to serve the Haitian community with competence, humanity and commitment.
🔵 Julie BOOTH: 3 graduates
🔴 Zara HARRIS: 8 graduates
🔵 René BROWN: 4 graduates
🌟 Their journey is a testament to a deep commitment to rehabilitation and collective wellbeing.
Welcome to the big family of rehabilitation professionals!
The Faculty is proud of you 💙

02/25/2026

In Haiti, access to occupational and physical therapy is scarce, yet the need is overwhelming. The Faculté Des Sciences De Réhabilitation De Léogâne UNEPH is changing that by training the first generation of Haitian rehabilitation professionals. Now, we’re launching a campaign to build a new campus designed specifically for rehabilitation education. This space will include classrooms, labs, clinical training, and residential areas, providing a stable environment for future therapists to learn and grow. Your support will help increase access to therapy services and create sustainable healthcare solutions. Please like, comment, and share this post to help us reach more people and make this vision a reality.

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02/18/2026

The land has been cleared — and the vision is coming into focus.

Surveyors are now on site in Léogâne, measuring and reviewing plans for the new campus of the Faculté des Sciences de Réhabilitation de Léogâne (Fsrl Uneph). What was once dense vegitation is now the future home of expanded rehabilitation education in Haiti.

With the partnership of the Haiti Rehabilitation Foundation and supporters like you, this milestone moves us one step closer to opening doors for the next generation of Haitian occupational and physical professionals. 🇭🇹

Help us build the future of rehabilitation education in Haiti. Donate today. https://www.haitirehab.org/donate-1