Who We Are
Education = Opportunity
Haiti Education & Development Corporation (HEADCorp) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing education in Haiti. HEADCorp supports locally led education efforts in Thomassique through its partnership with St. Luc School, helping ensure students have consistent access to a stable, quality learning environment.
Our Work in Haiti
SCHOOL ACCESS
Approximately 1 in 5 children in Haiti do not attend primary school
Thomassique is a rural community located in Haiti’s Central Plateau, near the Dominican Republic border. Many families in the region face significant economic challenges, and access to basic infrastructure and services remains limited. Schools like St. Luc play a critical role in providing stability and opportunity for local children.
Our Work in Haiti
STUDENT PROGRESSION
Approximately 60% of students in Haiti do not advance to sixth grade
Sources: UNICEF, World Bank, UNESCO Institute for Statistics
TEACHER TRAINING
Many teachers in Haiti lack access to formal training and certification
HEADCorp’s work is centered on its partnership with St. Luc School in Thomassique, Haiti.
We support the daily operation of the school by providing resources such as teacher support, student meals, and classroom materials. These investments ensure that children have consistent access to education in a safe and supportive environment.
Understanding the Broader Context in Haiti
Haiti faces significant economic and infrastructure challenges that impact access to education, particularly in rural communities like Thomassique. Many families rely on limited and inconsistent income sources, and access to basic services such as clean water, sanitation, and reliable transportation remains constrained. These conditions can make consistent school attendance difficult and highlight the critical role that local schools play in providing stability and opportunity for children.
Haiti’s education system is largely privately operated, with more than 80% of schools run by non-government providers—many of which charge tuition.
At the same time, many families in Haiti live on very limited incomes, making it difficult to afford school fees. As a result, access to consistent education remains a significant challenge, particularly for children in rural communities.
Why is this the Case?
HEADCorp works to address these challenges by supporting a locally led school in Thomassique, Haiti. Through our partnership with St. Luc School, we help sustain daily school operations by providing resources for teacher support, student meals, and classroom materials.
This approach helps ensure that children have consistent access to education in a stable and supportive environment.
Learn more about St. Luc School and the impact of our work HERE.
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