This week, the Embassy of Haiti in Chile hosted a delegation from the Municipality of Maipú for a working meeting focused on the situation of Haitian nationals residing in several informal settlements within the municipality.

Participants in the meeting included: Nishme Zafe Bastias, Director of the Community Development Department (DIDECO); María Gloria Herrera, Strategic Projects Officer at DIDECO; and Javiera Quijano Gómez, head of the Campamento sector.

Also in attendance were : Dionella Peralta Donoso, a social worker for the informal settlements sector; Juana Sánchez Catrileo, head of the Migrant Office; Karen Ávalos Cornejo, head of the Housing Department; and Bertrand Cadely, an intercultural facilitator.

The discussions centered primarily on the relocation process envisioned by the municipal authorities, social support mechanisms for the affected families, and opportunities for institutional coordination regarding consular and administrative assistance. Particular attention was given to the situation of the most vulnerable families. In this regard, the Embassy is considering, subject to a prior assessment of needs and the availability of resources, providing targeted humanitarian assistance to complement the support measures planned by the municipal authorities.

Ambassador Guy Lamothe welcomed the consultative approach initiated by the Municipality of Maipú and reaffirmed his commitment to continuing constructive collaboration with local Chilean authorities, while respecting the respective mandates of each institution and maintaining a strong focus on protecting the rights and dignity of Haitian nationals.

IH/ iciHaiti