Haitian Documentary 'The Heroes of the Massacre River' Highlights Community-Built Canal

Community-Driven Water Solutions

• 💡 The documentary 'The Heroes of the Massacre River' showcases the construction of a canal built by the people, for the people, in Haiti.
• 💰 Haitians in Florida, across the US, Paris, Canada, and Brazil collectively donated up to $300,000 to fund the canal, emphasizing it was not government or internationally funded.

Impact of the Canal

• 🎯 The canal, located in the northeastern Haitian town of Ouanaminthe, has significantly boosted agriculture.
• 📈 It has led to a 33% decrease in the price of rice in the region and more than doubled the number of farmers.
• 🚀 This initiative is the first of its kind for Haiti and serves as a powerful inspiration for both Haitians abroad and those on the island.

Future Water Projects

• 🏗️ Bertude Albert, an activist featured in the film, notes that a second canal is nearing completion, with two more in the initial stages of development.
• ✊ The project inspires a realization that self-liberation is necessary, drawing parallels to the actions of ancestors.

Documentary Screenings

• 🗓️ Screenings of 'The Heroes of the Massacre River' are ongoing, with additional showings planned in Pompano Beach and Coral Springs on December 7th.