The Importance of Promoting Creole as an Administrative Language

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The Importance of Promoting Creole as an Administrative Language

The question arises: Why does our official administrative language continue to be a foreign language?

If allowed to influence policy in Haiti, I would advocate for the provision of free documentation for individuals wishing to change their names or business names to Creole upon the expiration of their original documents. This initiative would honor and celebrate our cultural identity.

Article 5 of the Haitian Constitution clearly states that Creole is the language that unites all Haitians. While both Creole and French are recognized as official languages in Haiti, there remains a significant disparity between intention and practice.

As a proud citizen of Haiti, I often reflect on the prevalence of French proficiency among our population. It raises the question: out of every 100 Haitians, how many are truly fluent in French? For a large segment of the population, French is not easily accessible, leading to barriers in communication and limiting access to essential services.

The continued neglect of Creole as an administrative language represents more than just an oversight; it constitutes an intellectual inequity that undermines our rich heritage. This matter requires urgent attention and action. A council of ministers must convene to address this issue promptly.

Sincerely,

Let's make Haiti autonomous.