Rutgers University Press - Urban Dwellings: Haitian Citizenships

Urban Dwellings, Haitian Citizenships provides a deep look into the failed international reconstruction efforts in Port-au-Prince following the 2010 earthquake. This book examines why international aid often fails to meet local needs and instead analyzes successful examples of Haitian-based reconstruction and economic practices. By looking at how people use the cityscape and how urbanization moves into the countryside, the text examines the impact of urban planning. It explains how economic development models pushed by international agencies can lead to instability and impermanence for those living in Haiti. This work is an important resource for those studying the social and economic realities of the Caribbean and the complexities of post-disaster recovery.