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Pillar 2 of 20

Security, Justice, and Rule of Law

Establishing a functional justice system, professional security forces, and the rule of law as the foundation for stability and investment.

Key Challenges

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Gang-controlled territories in major urban areas

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Severely underfunded and understaffed judiciary

3

Prison overcrowding and prolonged pretrial detention

4

Limited police presence outside Port-au-Prince

Key Questions for This Pillar

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What security model is appropriate for Haiti's context?

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How can the justice system process cases faster while protecting rights?

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What role should community-based security play?

Comparative Example

Colombia

Colombia reduced its homicide rate by 80% between 1991 and 2020 through a combination of police reform, community policing, targeted social investment in high-violence areas, and sustained political commitment across multiple administrations.

Haiti 2077 invites citizens, professionals, diaspora members, and organizations to contribute structured proposals addressing the challenges and opportunities within this pillar.

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