From Brooklyn, to North Hempstead to New Jersey, US communities celebrate Haitian Heritage Month

From Brooklyn, to North Hempstead to New Jersey, US communities celebrate Haitian Heritage Month

NEW YORK — From Irvington in New Jersey to North Hempstead in New York, a growing number of States, counties, and cities in the United States are officially recognizing May as Haitian Heritage Month, reflecting the increasing visibility and civic engagement of Haitian communities across the country.Driven by local advocacy and community pride, these designations have turned May into a month of cultural celebration—from flag-raising ceremonies an…