Accessible Education
Our biggest focus is the New Life School. New Life was established as a place to welcome students who might not have a chance at an education otherwise. This could be because of a lack of financial resources, learning disabilities, behavioral problems, or being too old for other schools. New Life teaches kindergarten through 11th grade with an emphasis on creative activities and innovative teaching. Through our partnerships and faithful supporters, we are able to provide the students with a daily meal, potable water from a well on the grounds, and affordable tuition options, as well as individual sponsorships for students with particular need. Supporters can also sponsor a classroom for a year, or sponsor a teacher for a year. Learn More about New Life School here.
Leadership Development
Living Media International is Haitian-led, providing opportunities for local young people to shape how the organization, and their community, grows. New Life Primary School employs local members of the community: teachers for each elementary school grade, subject-specialists for the upper levels, and support staff including cooks, administrative assistants, and a groundskeeper. The Dreamer program, which has recently been paused, provided scholarships and professional mentorship for over 20 Haitian young adults to attend college or university in programs like nursing, agriculture, and engineering. This program also required Dreamers to return to Mizak and make meaningful contributions to their community back home.
Fostering Stronger Communities
At Living Media we believe that education doesn’t stop at the walls of the classroom. Our initiatives extend into the community and homes of our students to impact the lives of their families and ensure that they are growing into the active citizens that their communities need. Most recently, we were able to provide food aid during the COVID pandemic to some of our student’s entire families. In the past we have also aided families with essential home repairs after damaging hurricanes. We remain ready to respond to the needs of families in our communities however necessary when challenges arise.
Partnerships for Greater Impact
We are committed to working with other community partners who are already doing great work to unite the strengths and resources from each. In the past, we have worked with LaVallee de Demain, Jakmel Ekspresyons, The Jacmel Arts Center, Sa-k-La-k-Wel, Then Feed Just One, Water for Life, and more.