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Health Equity International provides essential health and support services for those in need. We run St.

Health Equity International provides essential health and support services for people in need. Boniface Hospital, the largest healthcare provider in southern Haiti. We built this special place from the ground up, together with the community we serve. We designed every service to meet and evolve with our patients’ needs. Our doors are always open, and no one is ever turned away because they cannot

pay. Here, medical professionals from across the country come to learn and expand their skills. And our community health programs help people get care without having to travel far. Health Equity International believes good health helps everyone reach their full potential. Through quality, dignified, compassionate services, we are building a healthier world.

06/03/2026

Kenbe fèm is a Haitian Creole phrase that means stand firm. Hold on. Hang in there. Don't let go.

In Haiti, kenbe fèm has meant enduring wave after wave of crisis. And at St. Boniface Hospital, it means showing up for the people we serve, no matter what.

In 2025, our team at St. Boniface Hospital delivered 3,077 babies, performed 3,433 surgeries, and welcomed more than 102,000 outpatient visits—all while navigating a humanitarian crisis that has pushed Haiti's health system to the brink. Our doors never closed, and not one service was cut.

That is what kenbe fèm looks like.

Throughout Fèt St. Boniface month, we’re going to show you all the ways our staff and patients have embodied this important phrase. We hope you'll read along, share what moves you, and feel the full weight of what we've built together.

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06/01/2026

It's officially the start of St. Boniface Hospital's birthday month!

To help us celebrate, a generous donor is offering a 2:1 match for every gift you give in June. That means for every dollar you give, this donor will give $2—up to $40,000.

This is the perfect time to go further for our patients and staff, who have endured so much over the past year.

Click the link below if you can make a gift today.
https://conta.cc/4wYuVAw

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05/28/2026

All of us at Health Equity International are thrilled to announce that Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune has joined our Board of Directors!

Ruthzee has been a powerful force for good in Boston. She is the first Haitian American elected to represent Boston citywide and the first Haitian American to serve as President of the Boston City Council.

As Council President and now as City Councilor At-Large, Ruthzee has worked tirelessly to build a more just and equitable Boston. From expanding affordable housing to increasing civic participation and investing in public education, she has been a driving force for positive change and accountability. We are thrilled to have her on our Board of Directors and look forward to the insight and experience she will bring to our organization.

05/27/2026

Earlier this year, St. Boniface Hospital held a training, education, and advocacy session about perinatal care for women with a spinal cord injury (SCI). Dr. Berthony Guerrier, Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Social Worker Elyseè St. Cyr collaborated to create the training, with Dr. Guerrier leading the event itself. Click through for an interview with Mr. St. Cyr to learn more about why this unique session is so important for staff and patients alike.

https://healthequityintl.org/stories/healthy-pregnancy-every-body

05/26/2026

Many laboratory tests require taking a quick blood sample. Our team knows this is no one’s favorite activity—so, they work hard to make the process as quick and painless as possible. Since many patients come from far away, we also try to get them their test results fast, so they don’t have to make a return trip if they don’t need to.

05/21/2026

Even in pictures of our St. Boniface Hospital's outpatient clinic, you can practically hear the sound of chatter, babies cooing, and sometimes even singing. Our outpatient clinic can see nearly 300 patient visits each day—sometimes more! Patients begin lining up well before the hospital gates open at 7 AM. Our team doesn’t stop until everyone gets seen.

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05/19/2026

Congratulations to HEI's Board Chair, Dr. Michèle David, for receiving the 2026 MIT Excellence Award for Service to the Community! This award is in recognition of her and her team’s work developing the MIT Health Ambulatory Safety Net (ASN) and Population Management Program. Click through to learn more about this important program:
https://conta.cc/4wx9rut

05/18/2026

Bòn Fèt Drapo! Happy Haitian Flag Day! Today, we honor the remarkable revolution that freed Haiti and lit a spark for freedom and independence movements around the world. We are proud of what our flag stands for, and proud to celebrate our culture and history. ❤️🇭🇹❤️

05/14/2026

Chantale has been a housekeeper at St. Boniface Hospital for 12 years. She and her colleagues play a vital but often-unsung role in healthcare: keeping every hospital service clean, orderly, and sanitary. Cleanliness, of course, helps patients heal faster and prevents the spread of infection. But it’s more than that: it’s a core component of delivering dignified care.

05/12/2026

St. Boniface Hospital could not function without the nurses who provide lifesaving care and help every service run smoothly. On this , we thank them for their tireless dedication to the people we serve. Nurses are helping us build a healthier future for Haiti.

Can we get some cheers for our nurses in the comments?

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