CRS - Humanitarian Crisis in Haiti: 2004
- Food distribution is severely limited by insecurity and lack of access.
- Health services and medical supplies are critically needed.
- Fuel scarcity is hindering humanitarian relief operations.
- Population movements are limited, but contingency plans are being developed.
- Human rights concerns persist due to political violence and the rise of armed groups.
Since armed rebels seized control of Gonaives on February 5, 2004, and protests led to President Aristide's resignation on February 29, concerns have grown about a humanitarian crisis in Haiti. The report addresses the fluid humanitarian situation, marked by insecurity and constantly shifting events. It details the responses of the United States and other international actors to the crisis, covering food security, health, fuel shortages, and population displacement. The report also touches on the protection of human rights and the deployment of a Multinational Interim Force to restore order.
How to cite
Congressional Research Service (CRS), CRS - Humanitarian Crisis in Haiti: 2004, accessed via HaitiDocs, https://www.haitidocs.org/doc/crs-2004-humanitarian-crisis-haiti