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Anne Hastings, Vice President of uFondwa USA, recently visited the University of Fondwa (UNIF) in Haiti, where she saw the inspiring commitment of students and community partners working together. Discover her reflections on the power of education and the impact of UNIF’s collaborative efforts. Read the full story and see photos here.

The University of Fondwa, USA (uFondwa USA) has established a new scholarship fund to support students aspiring to study at the University of Fondwa (UNIF) in Haiti. UNIF, known for its majors in Agronomy, Veterinary Medicine, and Business Management, offers a five-year program that blends academic rigor with practical experience in a rural setting. The scholarship provides $3,000 per year, covering the full tuition of $15,000. uFondwa USA aims to offer 200 scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year, employing a "pay it forward" model where graduates contribute 10% of their earnings once employed. This initiative seeks to eliminate financial barriers for qualified students and promote sustainable development in Haiti.

A new article published in collaboration with researchers at Virginia Tech discusses how the University of Fondwa, in collaboration with local peasant organizations, tackles food insecurity and inequality in Haiti through community engagement and sustainable agriculture. It differentiates between food security, which focuses on access to nutritious food, and food sovereignty, which addresses power dynamics in food systems. The University promotes a democratic, rights-based approach to food production and advocates for diverse, sustainable, and democratic food provision systems.

Haitian History is Black History because it encompasses a critical chapter in the evolution of freedom and independence worldwide. Since the revolution in 1804, Haiti became the first independent black republic in the world. Therefore, knowledge of Haitian History is an essential part of understanding Black History overall.

Twenty years ago the University of Fondwa opened its doors as the only institution of higher learning located in a rural area. Now the university has around 200 students and just inaugurated a BRAND NEW building to house the School of Veterinary Medicine.

There's good news to share from the University of Fondwa including increasing class sizes and a new building at the School of Veterinary Medicine. Read the full progress report!

UNIF was named one of the top three universities in Haiti by the AD Scientific Index. This unique tool found UNIF to excel in its ability to attract and retain successful scientists as well as promote advances.

We have a new member on the uFondwa USA Board of Directors. Lon Kreger is a successful agriculture entrepreneur who is passionate about education. He believes in UNIF's mission to educate Haiti's next generation of leaders. Welcome, Lon!

We'd like to tell you about one of the remarkable leaders we have at the University of Fondwa (UNIF), a woman who has dedicated her life to serving God and her community: Sister Claudette Prevot, a member of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Antoine of Fondwa.

The University of Fondwa has reopened for the new academic year!   It is with great joy that I write to share with you the news of the University of Fondwa’s January reopening for the new academic year – and to share some photos too!

As the "Season of Giving" is upon us, we give thanks for you -- our partners and donors. Without you, the University of Fondwa (UNIF) and uFondwa USA would not be making the progress we are making. We are proud to provide you with our 2021 Annual Report. We know you will be pleased with what we have accomplished together, even in these most difficult times.

2022 is off to a great start at the University of Fondwa (UNIF) as we continue to grow, improve our university, and strengthen possibilities for rural Haiti. January marked the beginning of construction on UNIF’s new Veterinary Medicine School campus. We broke ground the first week of January, and the newly-acquired land quickly transformed into a grand construction project. We are very grateful to our dedicated building team.