Rays of Hope for Haiti    Our Mission

Vision and Mission Statement

Rays of Hope for Haiti finds strength in the values and understanding that we are all, as human beings, called by God to a higher purpose.  The Apostle Paul stated this in his writings to the church in Ephesus:

For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10

Se Bondye ki fè nou. Nan Jezikri li kreye nou pou nou ka fè anpil bon zèv nan lavi nou, dapre sa li te pare davans pou nou te fè. Efèz 2:10

 

Vision Statement

The vision statement of Rays of Hope for Haiti is our focus for the future of the people and organizations associated with benefiting and helping Haiti. Our vision statement states:

“Through working with domestic and international partnerships that promote fair trade and justice, Rays of Hope for Haiti will be the best and most reliable facilitator for transportation and delivery of humanitarian goods and supplies for non-government organizations working in Haiti.”  

 

Mission Statement

“To be a voice of justice, hands to help, and a heart of love for the people of Haiti.”  

 

This mission highlights three dedicated principles, which encompass the organization.

·        Voice of Justice- Advocacy for equality and basic human rights as it relates to the people of Haiti

·        Hands to Help- A physical demonstration of our personal convictions

·        Heart of Love- The motivational purpose for the organization.  This solidifies it core values as a nonprofit organization driven to react by a humanitarian response with compassion and equality which can only be demonstrated in love.

·        For the people of Haiti- This represents our target group and how others can be associated with us for service.

 

Values Statement

The values statement for Rays of Hope for Haiti captures our basic philosophy as an organization. In some respects, it is our articulation of a moral position. 

The values statement for Rays of Hope for Haiti is incorporated into what is called Kompa nou, or Our Compass:

·        We are…

·        Agents of understanding, acceptance, and reconciliation to the downcast and forgotten people of this world, especially the people of Haiti

·        We believe…

·        That the inherent dignity of each person is God given

·        That true human dignity is achieved when physical, mental, spiritual, educational, economic, and racial barriers are broken down by people of different cultures accepting each other as one true family in God

·        That through working together as a group of individuals from diverse backgrounds and beliefs we can accomplish more than through working alone

·        That our efforts are not in vain, that we are strengthened and led by a loving and all-powerful God

·        We work…

·        To break down the barriers of prejudice that brings about economic, educational, and spiritual injustices

·        To provide opportunities for lasting cross-cultural relationships

·        To facilitate self-sufficiency through means of supporting and promoting the efforts of trusted, indigenous relief workers within Haiti

·        To involve others and ourselves as an active expression of God's love to both the people of Haiti and to those who love them

·        To be a voice of justice, hands to help and a heart of love to the people of Haiti

·        We envision…

·        A world where understanding and acceptance of the people of Haiti are evident through a Spirit of cooperation, love and just opportunities