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Detention of Haitian Asylum Seekers:Due Jan 19,2010
ReplyDeleteWith so much light shinned on Haiti right now, I ask myself what else can possible occur? My heart goes out to all of those who have been effect by the Haitian earthquake. With so much publicity focused on the earthquake, many have overlooked the state of the Country prior to this natural disaster. Due to all of the danger and torment that citizens of this Country feel, many of them planned ways in which to escape. Politics in Haiti consume residents lives thus forcing those affected to flee from the Country. "The United States is obliged, under international law, not to return people to a country where their lives or freedom would be threatened on account of their political opinions" http://www.humanrightsfirst.org. Fortunate for those who flee, they are protected by this act. Unfortunately this law is not always obliged by the US. This is rather unfortunate. I found this very interesting: in the article it spoke about how other cultures such as Cubans and Spanish individuals are more catered to then Haitians. Cubans and Hispanics get a chance to speak their piece to US authorities while Haitians are sent back to their Country without speaking to a representative. Just another case of unjustified means. Many Haitians do not even get so much as a translator to voice their concerns. I am so astonished at these findings that this article sheds light on. Seeing how the World plays a part in individuals lives is just despicable at times. My heart skips a beat when I ready stories of this magnitude. I just want everybody to be treated fairly and presented the opportunity to do so. Hopefully as our world grows, the minds of others will as well. Change can be made, all we need is open minds and open hearts.
After reading this article, I came up with the conclusion that alot of rules pertaining to Haitians are unfair and injust. Why is it that when Haitian immigrants come over to the U.s to seek a better life both socially and economically for their families, they are turned away, but Chinese and Cuban peoplea are not? In reality both ethnicities are seeking the same type of refuge and protection. I don't think it's fair that Haitian families members are being detained and seperated from their families but people of other ethnicities are not.Then another issues I have is the fact that Haitians are not given a right to a fair trialor hearing. I am glad to see that United Methodist Committee on Relief and others, have called out the U.S for their injust ways and ar ein the process to setting up solutions to these problems.
ReplyDeleteThis article was very informative and it served as an eye opener, because I realize that the Haitian people are treated very wrongly and inhumane. I think that because the Haitian people are of the black race there are rejected more so than any other ethnic group. I am not for any illegal aliens, but if Haitians are following the protocol in reference to how to become a legal immigrant here in the United States, and they meet all of the requirements, and then why not let them in, why reject them. Haitians crime level in Haiti is very high, but so is Afghanistan, Mexico and other countries. I think that everyone should be treated equally.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very interesting and sad article. It seems that while we are spending millions to help other countries reform their governments, we should be trying to better assist those who actually want help—those who are seeking an asylum. It is sad how these Haitians are discriminated against. They are not given the civil rights that Americans are born with. Their terrible treatment during detention-- family separation, overcrowded housing, and poor hygiene is heart-breaking. The article states how some of the Haitian asylum-seekers were not given counselors or time to prepare for trial. This is not fair. The way the men, women, and children are treated is wrong. These children deserve a chance. Issues like this make me want to advocate for changes in policy. I want to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.
ReplyDeleteThe article was a great read. The article focused a lot about the discriminating and harsh policies the people of Haiti had to encounter. The article comes at a time when the people of Haiti are already dealing with the devastation the earthquake let behind. The article really gave me more insight into the issues the people of Haiti haven been dealing with. It is not fair to accuse or assume that people are automatically a risk to national security because they fit a certain description of another terrorist. It was a harsh punishment to separate families and place people in harsh conditions. There were Haitians who stood for justice and went on hunger strikes because they knew it was wrong to be treated the way that they were. It was difficult to read that the children of Haiti were restricted from being simply children. They could not go out and play or become involved in other recreations. No matter if its American citizens or immigrants, everyone deserves to be treated as an individual and not an animal.
ReplyDeleteIt is very sad, but it is a fact that Haitians are discriminated against more than other racial groups. The horrible conditions that Haitians had to endure while in detention are simply unfair. There should be no reason for Haitian citizens to be treated in this manner on the accounts of others. Their treatment while in detention is inhuman. No persons should be subject to filth regardless of race or nationality. My heart truly goes out to the children. They are simply victims of a corrupt society. No one deserves to be treated in such a manner. I am pleased to know that some changes are starting to be made.
ReplyDeleteThis article was very interesting. When reading it I first had to look look up more information on what an Asylum Seeker. An asylum seeker is someone who is fleeing their own country to come to America for refuge. I had no idea that Hatian's were being discriminated against in the United States. This is unethical and immoral in many different ways. The first way is that this blatant discriminations which is illegal in the United States. The second reason is because detaining someone for absolutely no reason is illegal as well especially if they have not committed any crime. If the United States does not treat their people like that why should they treat others that way. The attorney general has contradicted himself so many different times that it is ridiculous. If the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the coast guard said that these people were no threat to national security than it should over ride what the attorney general of that state says. This is really shocking but equally as informative.
ReplyDeleteDarayle Atkins Social Welfare Policy.
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out the people in Hati it’s a tragedy to know that major part of their population has been injured or killed. If I could I would personally fly to Hati and contribute to help myself. I was shocked to here more 200,000 people were killed in this earthquake. It was some what a reminder of Hurricane Katrina but much worst. One thing I can say about America that in time of a crisis everyone will put their differences to the side and come together.” Pentagon officials, meanwhile, said they had about 1,700 troops in Haiti, the vanguard of an estimated 5,000 American soldiers and Marines expected to be in the country by midweek.”
Many of those in need of food and medicine are children. A representative for UNICEF, which is racing to open a facility to hold children who have lost their families, said thousands of young Haitians could have been separated from their parents in the disaster.
“These are a few donation tips, • Be cautious when giving online, especially in response to e-mails that claim to link to a relief organization.
• Find out whether the charity already is in the affected area. Otherwise, it might be difficult to get new aid workers to quickly provide assistance. See if the charity's Web site clearly describes what it can do to help meet immediate needs.
• Find out whether the charity provides direct aid or raises money to pass along to other relief organizations. It's usually better to give directly to charities that have a presence in the region.
• Gifts of clothing, food or other in-kind donations might not be the quickest way to help people unless the organization has the staff and infrastructure to properly distribute such aid. Be wary of those who are not experienced in disaster relief.” (By Tracy Turner)
Detention of Haitian Asylum Seekers
ReplyDeleteThis was a very interesting article especially in light of recent circumstances in Haiti. I had many thoughts regarding this issue with Haitian asylum seekers. I felt that there was some form of racism because of the way the Haitians were treated. Because of their race they were often times detained even after granting of asylum or they were deported to Haiti. They did not do the same to other races such as Cubans. The government felt that threatening individuals such as Pakistans would cross the seas with Haitians, but after doing the proper screening it would be obvious to see who was threatening. The way the Haitians were and are being treated is uncalled for especially when they are near being on the list of terrorist countries. More advocates for Haitians are needed and in the their time of need, many will be coming to the United States for relief of the recent earthquake. I can only hope that changes will be made in making sure any non-threatening individuals are treated fairly and appropriately. Just because Haitians are of a different nationality does not mean they should be stored away in undesirable conditions while waiting to find out if they will be granted asylum; they are still human and should not be thought of any less.
This article was extremely enlightening! Almost two weeks ago the world was shook as we witnessed a massive earthquake destroy the lives of millions of Haitian people. Then one week later another earthquake of 6.1 power struck the country once more. This article is very saddening but informative on an issue that is not spoken widely about in the media or in the classroom setting. This article has left me with questions such as : If it is an international Act, why are Haitians sent back to a country that persecutes them for the beliefs?, Is that legal? Also, why are Hispanics catered to and not Haitians? I am seriously disappointed in our government and I really hope after this event this issue will no longer occur. Also, the Haitian people are often deported even after being granted asylum. How unethical! This was a great article for us social work students to read. It serves as a tool of education. Now that I have been informed it inspires me to do more.
ReplyDeleteWhen I first learned of the crisis in Haiti I was so scared. They had an earthquake of 7.0 and being from California I know how earthquakes feel. But their earthquake was far more worse than the ones that occur in California. I would have never thought that anywhere else but the west coast would experience an earthquake. This crisis goes to show that you never know what is going to happen. I am extremely proud that Obama responded to this so quickly. And its wonderful that celebrities are getting out and donating. Haiti is a third world country and it saddens me of the pictures that I seen of how it looks now. There are thousands of people that have been reported dead. This situation is very sad, and it makes you appreciate the things that we Americans have.
ReplyDeleteDuring the Christmas time, hundreds of Haitian asylum seekers were forced to
celebrate Christmas in the confines of Krome Detention Center. More than 200 Haitian adults and children were waiting for their opportunity to plead their case for asylum before the judge. It seems as though that Haitians are being treated unfairly. This article that I read about Haitian Asylum Seekers it just doesnt seem fair. I know that its a third world country but wy do people have so much control over other people, it just doesnt seem right. Haiti has been suffering from many different things.
In my professional opinion I think that the way the Haitians are being treated is a disgrace. I trully understand that national security is a very sensitive and important subject especially in America today.However sometimes the government uses it as a way to discriminate against others who they feel are a threat to society just because of their culture.Everyone should be held to the same standards and rules when it comes to asylum seekers. It is unjust to still keep people in dentention when it has been proven that they are not a threat to the United States when it comes to terriorism. I am glad that the administration is being called out on the decisions that they make that are not fair to everyone.I feel that everyone should be given the same opportunities and treated the same. The Cubans should not be treated special , and the Haitians made to remain in detention. Overall this was a very informative article that shined a lot of light on a subject that I had no clue even exist. It was very interesting to learn what the Hatian culture goes through with discrimination.
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