D060 Support For a Solution to the Crisis in Haiti
Resolved, That The Episcopal Church lament the current situation in Haiti resulting in an environment of political chaos, insecurity and fear for many Haitians; and be it further
Resolved, That The Episcopal Church, including the Office of Government Relations, work to support a solution to the crisis Haiti that includes:
- Supporting an UN-authorized security mission with all necessary human rights safeguards, while addressing political drivers of insecurity and working to support democratic norms;
- Restarting a transitional government clearly focused on supporting democratic norms and ensuring trusted elections, while respecting Haitian sovereignty;
- Stabilization of mechanisms for basic necessities, such as food, water, fuel, healthcare and the opening of airports;
- Encouraging international humanitarian support to help fund both basic necessities and recovery, including by supporting qualified non-profits and NGOs;
- Assist Haiti in rebuilding its justice system, in a rights-respecting way;
- Advocating to genuinely engage and heed the voices of Haitians, who are suffering from food and healthcare insecurity, gang violence and human rights threats;
- Work towards the elimination of gang violence, and arms and drug trafficking;
And be it further
Resolved, That The Episcopal Church, through the Presiding Bishop's office, work with the clergy of Haiti to bring a Bishop’s presence to Haiti; and be it further
Resolved, That The Episcopal Church stand with the Episcopal Diocese of Haiti through prayer and listening, to support them and assist in their needs; and be it further
Resolved, That Executive Council provide a report to the 82nd General Convention on the actions taken regarding Haiti as described above.