In this eye-opening episode of Get Unstuck & On Target, host Mike O'Neill brings to light the dire situation in Haiti through a candid conversation with Patricia Cyr Watlington and Dr. Anany G. Prosper of the Children's Nutrition Program of Haiti.

Mike sets the stage with stark statistics:

- 1 in 5 Haitian children are chronically malnourished

- 1 in 14 Haitian children die before their fifth birthday

Patricia, born in Canada and now living in Tennessee, shares her unexpected journey into Haiti's humanitarian efforts. Her story begins with a chance encounter with her neighbor, the founder of the Children's Nutrition Program.

Dr. Anany, born and raised in Haiti, reveals his initial desire to become a priest before choosing medicine as his path to serve his people. His firsthand experience with natural and man-made disasters in Haiti shaped his vision for scalable healthcare solutions.

The conversation takes a sobering turn as Mike uncovers the current state of affairs in Haiti:

- Dr. Anany, the country director, is unable to physically be in Haiti due to safety concerns

- The assassination of Haiti's president has led to social and economic collapse

- The situation is now worse than the devastating 2010 earthquake that killed 300,000 people

Despite these challenges, the discussion highlights the resilience of the Haitian people and the dedication of local teams continuing the work amidst chaos.

Mike skillfully guides the conversation to extract valuable leadership lessons:

- The importance of community ownership in humanitarian efforts

- Maintaining team morale while working remotely in crisis situations

- The power of the human spirit in overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds

This episode offers listeners a rare glimpse into the complexities of running an international charity and the unwavering commitment required to make a difference in the face of extreme adversity.

Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.unstuck.show/180