William O’Neill, Independent Expert, Expresses Continued Concerns on Human Rights in Haiti

The independent expert on human rights in Haiti, William O’Neill, concluded his second official visit to Haiti. In a press conference on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the Karibe Hotel in Port-au-Prince, he expressed ongoing concern about the rapidly escalating and worrisome situation in other departments, particularly Artibonite and Nord-Ouest. "Murders, injuries, and kidnappings are the daily plight of the population. Sexual violence against women and girls remains endemic, and no progress has been made regarding access to services and justice for survivors since my last visit in June."

Jean Junior Celestin
Par Jean Junior Celestin
31 Oct 2023 | Lecture : 3 min.

"I am particularly concerned about the impact of insecurity and violence on children. The testimonies received are enlightening. It's an entire generation that seems to be sacrificed by violence, and the future of a country is threatened by the dramatic situation of its youth," said William O’Neill, an independent expert on human rights in Haiti, expressing what he witnessed on the ground during his ten days in Haiti as part of his second official visit to the country.

"I urge the authorities to give top pr

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