Though the exact date has not been finalized, the HCA has scoped out a venue and booked a spot for the big event, which will take place in February, within one month of the earthquake, in Metcalf Hall. Following Friday’s meeting, we’re excited to present some of the decisions we’ve reached so far about the event, which will bring together B.U. students and the larger community of Boston for a unified cultural experience.
Attendees can expect to immerse themselves in Haitian culture from the second they walk in.
Haiti Kanaval 2009
There will be traditional Haitian cuisine catered by local Haitian restaurants, along with performances, guest speakers, and a chance to learn a Haitian dance. The event will be a celebration of and introduction to a country that might seem mysterious to us. Guests can see what Haiti was like before the earthquake, and learn from guest speakers, and professors what the earthquake means for the future of Haiti.
Also, for anyone interested in a more in-depth understanding of Haiti’s economy, politics, and culture both before and after the earthquake, there will be a forum concurrently taking place in a separate room adjacent to Metcalf Hall intended to educate and enlighten.
Just to show you how much of an occasion this is going to be, an anonymous donor has already agreed to match our donation to Partners in Health, with a donation of up to $25,000 and 200 volunteers have already signed up to help!
