(2018) USAID/Haiti PAD Workshop Report
Summary — This report summarizes the findings of a USAID/Haiti workshop focused on economic growth and food security. The workshop convened stakeholders from various sectors to identify challenges, opportunities, and potential solutions for the country's development. The outcomes will inform the development of a Project Appraisal Document (PAD) for the Economic Growth and Agriculture Development (EGAD) office.
Key Findings
- Weak governance and legal frameworks are major constraints.
- Lack of access to finance hinders economic growth.
- Poor infrastructure limits business development.
- Lack of coordination among development actors reduces impact.
- Stakeholders identified potential solutions such as improving quality check labs and creating farmer networks.
Full Description
The USAID/Haiti PAD Workshop Report details the proceedings and findings of a workshop designed to inform the development of a new multi-sector Project Appraisal Document (PAD) addressing the Mission’s Economic and Food Security Advanced Development Objective. The workshop, facilitated by USAID’s Center for Transformational Partnerships (CTP) and its Promoting Excellence in Private Sector Engagement (PEPSE) project, brought together private sector representatives, development partners, government officials, and donors to discuss challenges, opportunities, and potential solutions in the agriculture, food security, and economic growth sectors. The report outlines the workshop's objectives, format, and agenda, and provides detailed notes from the sessions, including discussions on external and internal constraints, as well as ideation exercises. It also includes an analysis of key findings and sample solutions identified by participants.