Born Quote by Edwidge Danticat
“We still have our people working in the cane fields in the Dominican Republic. People are still repatriated all the time from the Dominican Republic to Haiti. Some tell of being taken off buses because they looked Haitian, and their families have been in the Dominican Republic for generations. Haitian children born in the Dominican Republic still can't go to school and are forced to work in the sugarcane fields.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Haitian diaspora and discrimination in the Dominican Republic, 2018
Haitian people in the Dominican Republic face systemic racism, forced labor, and denial of basic rights despite long‑standing residency.
In simple terms: Haitian residents suffer discrimination and exploitation.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for equal rights and protection.
Themes
human rights
racism
migration
labor exploitation
Mood
urgent
empathetic
Type
social
political
When to use this quote
- advocacy work
- policy reform
- community support programs
Key Concepts
systemic discrimination
statelessness
child labor
Questions to Reflect On
- How can international pressure help?
- What local actions can improve conditions?
A Different Perspective
Complex political relations may hinder immediate change.
