Peace Marathon: Haitian Police Aims to Connect with Champ de Mars Residents

The Haitian National Police (HNP), through the Educational Community Police (EDUPOL), and with the support of the Brazilian NGO Viva Rio, organized a Peace Marathon on Sunday, December 21, 2025, aimed at promoting social cohesion, non-violence, and closer ties between the police and the population.

Starts were simultaneously made at Place Boyer, Carrefour de l'Aéroport, and Delmas 83, culminating at Champ de Mars, a public space long deserted due to insecurity.

The event brought together a wide audience, including children, youth, adults, and people with reduced mobility, highlighting the inclusive nature of the initiative.

According to the HNP Communication Directorate (DICOP), this marathon is part of an effort to promote peace and strengthen trust between the police and citizens. The activity also served to reaffirm the HNP's commitment to revitalizing the capital's emblematic public spaces.

The closing ceremony was held at the Occide Jeanty kiosk, in the presence of Advisory President Edgar Leblanc Fils, HNP Acting Commander-in-Chief Vladimir Paraison, as well as several civil and police authorities. Prizes were awarded to the winners of the different categories, recognizing their participation and performance.

To ensure the smooth running of the event, a significant security detail was deployed along the entire route. No major incidents were reported, guaranteeing a safe and friendly experience for all participants.

Through this initiative, the HNP aims to strengthen its bond with the population, encourage the gradual return of citizens to Champ de Mars, and promote a culture of peace in Haitian society, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration between public institutions and the community.

Jean Wesley Pierre/Le Relief