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NewsThe Haitian TimesAugust 22, 2026Miami-Dade

Community group hosts 'Ann Jwe Ansanm' event to promote traditional Haitian games

Organizers hosted the first 'Ann Jwe Ansanm' event, a seven-hour community gathering designed to encourage children to play traditional Haitian games instead of using electronic screens. The initiative featured activities including jump rope, dominoes, hopscotch, and various board games.

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Why It Matters

The event marks a community-led effort to preserve cultural traditions and provide alternative recreational activities for over 100 children in the area.

Key Facts

  • The 'Ann Jwe Ansanm' event was held for the first time.
  • More than 200 people attended the gathering.
  • Over 100 children participated in the event.
  • The event lasted for approximately seven hours.
  • Activities included jump rope, dominoes, hopscotch, knucklebones, mancala, and chess.
  • The initiative aims to revive traditional Haitian games for younger generations.

Who's Mentioned

personKiara Pierre“15-year-old attendee.”locationLéogâne“Location of the event.”personDaniella Saint-Louis“Reporter for the article.”personPhara Bazile Laguerre“Attendee and parent.”personRose Gina Gard Saintonge“Coordinator for FIH.”organizationIntegrated Women of Haiti“Grassroots organization that partnered to host the event.”locationAnacaona High School“Venue for the event.”otherAnn Jwe Ansanm“A community initiative aiming to revive traditional Haitian games.”organizationThe Haitian Times“The publication that reported on the event.”personClifford Lanéus“Assistant coordinator for YAV.”organizationYogann An Mouvman“Youth group that organized the event.”personJessica Louis“7-year-old attendee.”