Haiti Mobilizes for Peace Through a Marathon
By Jean Wesley Pierre · Port-au-Prince
· 3 min read · Updated 24 April 2026
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▪︎ children,
▪︎ adults,
▪︎ people with reduced mobility. This organization aims to ensure the widest possible participation and to foster social cohesion, by allowing all segments of the population to take part in the event. Speaking at the press conference, Father Gardy Maisonneuve, executive director of the Centre Saint-Karl Évêque, emphasized the importance of a gradual return to normal life in Haiti. He highlighted the highly symbolic scope of this initiative, believing that it reflects the citizens' desire to reject stagnation and collectively reinvest in public space. For his part, Pastor Pierre Roberto Grand called on all religious institutions, schools, community, and associative organizations to join the mobilization, without ideological or confessional distinction. According to him, peace is a common good on which the future of all Haitian society depends. A representative from Edupol reiterated that the priority of this structure remains children and students, whom it strongly encourages to participate in the event. He specified that the marathon is part of a civic and patriotic approach, while commending the efforts made by the Haitian National Police (PNH) to revitalize several previously deserted areas. Regarding security, the organizers announced the mobilization of several PNH units to ensure the smooth running of the activity. Specific measures will be implemented throughout the route. To this end, the 2025 edition will be distinguished by the deployment of drones, intended to enhance the supervision and security of the marathon. The organizers also announced an increase in the number of prizes, with twenty rewards planned per category, to encourage participation. Registrations will be made through three channels:
- online, via the organization's digital platforms and social networks;
- in person, at Vivario's premises, in Delmas 64, number 4;
- with the community police of Delmas 33.



