Recent reports of kidnapping in Haiti have sent shockwaves through the humanitarian community, as Alix Dorsainvil, a dedicated nurse working for El Roi Haiti, and her young daughter have been taken captive. The U.S. State Department’s “do not travel advisory” and evacuation order for nonemergency personnel underscores the urgency of the situation as concerns over security continue to escalate.
The abduction occurred on Thursday, leaving the organization and the entire community in Port au Prince in distress. Alix Dorsainvil’s unwavering commitment to her work in Haiti, where El Roi operates a school and ministry, has endeared her to many. Jason Brown, president and co-founder of El Roi Haiti, praised her compassionate and loving nature, stating that Alix considers Haiti her home and the Haitian people her extended family. As the wife of the program’s director, Sandro Dorsainvil, her dedication to serving the people of Haiti has been an inspiration to many.
In response to the distressing incident, the U.S. State Department issued a statement expressing its awareness of the situation and its commitment to working closely with Haitian authorities and interagency partners. The advisory warns of the prevalence of kidnappings in Haiti, with U.S. citizens frequently targeted. Sadly, kidnappings often involve ransom negotiations and physical harm to victims.
Haiti’s deteriorating security situation has raised serious concerns, prompting the National Human Rights Defense Network to issue a report highlighting an alarming increase in killings and kidnappings. Recognizing the urgency of the crisis, the U.N. Security Council convened a meeting to address the escalating instability in the country.
Alix Dorsainvil’s journey began in Middleton, New Hampshire before her path led her to Regis College in Weston, Massachusetts, which supports nursing education in Haiti. Regis College president Toni Hays spoke highly of Alix, describing her as amazing, passionate, and compassionate, which perfectly embodies her dedication to serving those in need.
As the international community anxiously awaits updates on the situation, the kidnapping serves as a stark reminder of the security challenges faced by aid workers and citizens in Haiti. Urgent calls for effective measures to address the escalating crisis have gained traction, with the safety of humanitarian workers like Alix Dorsainvil at the forefront of the concern. The incident emphasizes the pressing need for comprehensive efforts to ensure the safety and stability of the Haitian people, as well as those working selflessly to support and uplift communities amid difficult circumstances. As the global community unites in solidarity, it is hoped that Alix and her daughter will be safely reunited with their loved ones soon.
