Discrimination and Nationality.
Afro-descendant culture
From 28 july to 8 August 2020 Cancelled
Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the North and the Caribbean Sea to the South, you can dance to the contagious rhythm of merengue, explore ancient ruins or experience eco-tourist adventures in our magnificent natural parks.
In the Dominican Republic there are about 400 bateyes, whose inhabitants face some of the worst living conditions in the country. According to a study by Ayacx Mercedes Contreras, Haitian immigrants are the most socially excluded group in social stratification followed closely by Dominican-Haitians. In fact, Haitian immigrants living in the bateyes and other poor and marginalized communities of the Dominican Republic do not have access to the most basic public services, such as running water, medical care, education, and wastewater treatment .
During the visit we will be able to witness first-hand the precarious reality faced by vulnerable groups in the Dominican Republic, specifically Dominicans of Haitian descent and Haitian migrants residing in the country. In parallel, we will also be able to see and enjoy the vast range of tourist assets which the Dominican Republic offers, helping to give a panoramic view of the country.
40%
Environment and Nature
80%
HUMAN RIGHTS
60%
cities and cultures
50%
history and society
BEING HAITIAN OR OF HAITIAN DESCENT IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MEANS – IN MORE THAN 90% OF CASES – LIVING IN POVERTY OR EXTREME POVERTY; NOT HAVING ACCESS TO BASIC LIVING REQUIREMENTS SUCH AS HEALTHCARE, HYGIENE, EDUCATION, SHELTER; AND BEING FORCED TO WORK IN TOTAL INFORMALITY, OFTEN IN SUBHUMAN CONDITIONS. TOGETHER WITH THESE EXCLUSIONARY COMPONENTS, THERE REMAINS A VERY STRONG CULTURE OF RACISM AND XENOPHOBIA IN THE COUNTRY AND A LEGAL FRAMEWORK THAT OFTEN PREVENTS EFFECTIVE ACCESS TO MINIMUM SOCIAL GUARANTEES AND FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHTS TO HAITIANS.
| LOCATION | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
| PERIOD | CANCELLED |
| MEETING POINT | International Airport Las Américas, Santo Domingo |
| GROUP SIZE | 8 people |
| BASIC REQUERIMIENTS | Good physical and physiological condition. Extreme conditions: really warm temperatures and humidity. Over 18 years old Languages spoken Spanish |
| FOOD/CATERING | Vegetarian and non veggie options, available |
| TRANSPORTATION | Private transportation, mini bus. |
ACTIVITIES PLAN
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN SANTO DOMINGO
DAY 2: MUDHA ORGANISATION & SPANISH CULTURAL CENTER
DAY 3: CULTURE AND OBMICA THINK TANK
DAY 4: markets and civil state office
DAY 5: BOCA CHICA BEACH
DAY 6: COLONIAL ZONE
DAY 7: batey
DAY 8: EVENT AND FOCUS GROUPS
DAY 9: BATEY – COLONIAL ZONE
DAY 10: TRES OJOS National park and Soraya Aracena
DAY 11: SANTO DOMINGO – DISSEMINATION EVENT
DAY 12: DEPARTURES
Any foreigner who is temporarily in the country can have access and receive health care, at hospitals and clinics in the case of an emergency, sudden illness or chronic disease. For faster attention, it is always useful to have an international medical and accident insurance.
HEALTH & SECURITY
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