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Haitian Diaspora Oral History Collection
Interview with Edeline Beauvais Mondestin
August 26, 2013
Interview ASM0085000033
Interviewed by Lucrèce Louisdhon-Louinis
Recorded by Javier Carrion
Outline by Lucrèce Louisdhon-Louinis and Ben Morris
Length: 01:11:30
Interview with Edeline Beauvais Mondestin, an influential advocate for Haitian rights in the United States who is especially known for her work on behalf of women, children, persons with disability, and the elderly. A Registered Nurse, Mondestin has also worked as a Social Services Administrator and as the Acting Chief of Miami Dade County Elderly, Disability and Veterans Services Bureau. She volunteers with Mercy Hospital’s Mobile Unit and the Borinquen Clinic that provides health care to underserved senior citizens in Little Haiti and Little Havana. She also created the Florida Association On HIV Over Fifty, (FLAHOF). In 2002, Mondestin successfully lobbied Miami-Dade County Mayor Alex Penelas to establish a Haitian Senior Center in Little Haiti, and she was successful in obtaining a $350,000 grant to start and maintain the program through the Miami-Dade County Department of Human Services. She has also advocated for the rights of immigrants on a national level with the Haitian Refugee Fairness Act, a law that gave residency to thousands of Haitians. In addition, she hosted the radio program ‘Travayè An Navan,” (Workers On The Move) advocating for better working conditions, pay, and insurance for workers. She also hosts two cable television programs, and she has written articles about women’s issues, nutrition, Alzheimer’s, drug abuse, AIDS and the elderly.
This interview is part of the Haitian Diaspora Oral History Collection of the University of Miami Libraries Special Collections.
This oral history expresses the views, memories and opinions of the interviewee. It does not represent the viewpoints of the University of Miami, its officers, agents, employees, or volunteers. The University of Miami makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of any information contained in the interview and expressly disclaims any liability therefor.
Edeline Beauvais Mondestin 2
August 26, 2013
Copyright to this interview lies with the University of Miami. It may not be reproduced, retransmitted, published, distributed, or broadcast without the permission of the University of Miami Libraries Special Collections. For information about obtaining copies or to request permission to publish any part of this interview, please contact Special Collections at asc@miami.edu.
INTERVIEW OUTLINE
− 00:00:13: Introduction.
− 00:00:44: Please tell us about your childhood: birthplace, schooling and family environment.
− 00:10:18: What prompted you to travel to the US? Did you travel directly to Miami? Did you go someplace else? Did you come with your family? Tell us about this experience.
− 00:16:07: Haitian students learn a lot more in medical school – they’re far ahead of medical students in the US.
− 00:18:04: When you came to Miami, what was your first position?
− 00:21:41: You have been working for over 30 years in the health and social services arena, and you’ve gained a reputation as a strong advocate for women, children, persons with disability and especially the elderly. Please describe the different projects that you have been involved with, especially the Haitian Senior Center in Little Haiti.
− 00:27:46: Where is the senior center located?
− 00:31:34: The senior programs… I think a lot of people don’t understand how important it is… people focus on children… Seniors need the socialization… They’re so warm and loving….
− 00:33:25: In addition to your social services endeavors, you have also been involved in defending the rights of Haitian immigrants. Describe your role in the Haitian Refugee Fairness Act – quite a major accomplishment. What is the significance of this law for Haitian immigrants? How did you get involved, what did it take to make that happen?
− 00:42:20: Tell us about your work with HIV Aids, Alzheimer’s, and the seniors. [What is the mission of your program Florida Association On HIV Over Fifty?]
− 00:52:01: You have hosted a radio program entitled ‘Travayè An Navan,” meaning “Workers On The Move.” What are the topics discussed on this program?
Edeline Beauvais Mondestin 3
August 26, 2013
− 00:57:56: You have also host two cable TV programs. [Describe each one and the topics of discussions. What impact did these shows have on the community?]
− 01:00:19: Of all your accomplishments… which one is closest to your heart?
− 01:06:11: What else would you like to tell us about?
− 01:11:30: END OF INTERVIEW
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| Full Text | Haitian Diaspora Oral History Collection Interview with Edeline Beauvais Mondestin August 26, 2013 Interview ASM0085000033 Interviewed by Lucrèce Louisdhon-Louinis Recorded by Javier Carrion Outline by Lucrèce Louisdhon-Louinis and Ben Morris Length: 01:11:30 Interview with Edeline Beauvais Mondestin, an influential advocate for Haitian rights in the United States who is especially known for her work on behalf of women, children, persons with disability, and the elderly. A Registered Nurse, Mondestin has also worked as a Social Services Administrator and as the Acting Chief of Miami Dade County Elderly, Disability and Veterans Services Bureau. She volunteers with Mercy Hospital’s Mobile Unit and the Borinquen Clinic that provides health care to underserved senior citizens in Little Haiti and Little Havana. She also created the Florida Association On HIV Over Fifty, (FLAHOF). In 2002, Mondestin successfully lobbied Miami-Dade County Mayor Alex Penelas to establish a Haitian Senior Center in Little Haiti, and she was successful in obtaining a $350,000 grant to start and maintain the program through the Miami-Dade County Department of Human Services. She has also advocated for the rights of immigrants on a national level with the Haitian Refugee Fairness Act, a law that gave residency to thousands of Haitians. In addition, she hosted the radio program ‘Travayè An Navan,” (Workers On The Move) advocating for better working conditions, pay, and insurance for workers. She also hosts two cable television programs, and she has written articles about women’s issues, nutrition, Alzheimer’s, drug abuse, AIDS and the elderly. This interview is part of the Haitian Diaspora Oral History Collection of the University of Miami Libraries Special Collections. This oral history expresses the views, memories and opinions of the interviewee. It does not represent the viewpoints of the University of Miami, its officers, agents, employees, or volunteers. The University of Miami makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of any information contained in the interview and expressly disclaims any liability therefor. Edeline Beauvais Mondestin 2 August 26, 2013 Copyright to this interview lies with the University of Miami. It may not be reproduced, retransmitted, published, distributed, or broadcast without the permission of the University of Miami Libraries Special Collections. For information about obtaining copies or to request permission to publish any part of this interview, please contact Special Collections at asc@miami.edu. INTERVIEW OUTLINE − 00:00:13: Introduction. − 00:00:44: Please tell us about your childhood: birthplace, schooling and family environment. − 00:10:18: What prompted you to travel to the US? Did you travel directly to Miami? Did you go someplace else? Did you come with your family? Tell us about this experience. − 00:16:07: Haitian students learn a lot more in medical school – they’re far ahead of medical students in the US. − 00:18:04: When you came to Miami, what was your first position? − 00:21:41: You have been working for over 30 years in the health and social services arena, and you’ve gained a reputation as a strong advocate for women, children, persons with disability and especially the elderly. Please describe the different projects that you have been involved with, especially the Haitian Senior Center in Little Haiti. − 00:27:46: Where is the senior center located? − 00:31:34: The senior programs… I think a lot of people don’t understand how important it is… people focus on children… Seniors need the socialization… They’re so warm and loving…. − 00:33:25: In addition to your social services endeavors, you have also been involved in defending the rights of Haitian immigrants. Describe your role in the Haitian Refugee Fairness Act – quite a major accomplishment. What is the significance of this law for Haitian immigrants? How did you get involved, what did it take to make that happen? − 00:42:20: Tell us about your work with HIV Aids, Alzheimer’s, and the seniors. [What is the mission of your program Florida Association On HIV Over Fifty?] − 00:52:01: You have hosted a radio program entitled ‘Travayè An Navan,” meaning “Workers On The Move.” What are the topics discussed on this program? Edeline Beauvais Mondestin 3 August 26, 2013 − 00:57:56: You have also host two cable TV programs. [Describe each one and the topics of discussions. What impact did these shows have on the community?] − 01:00:19: Of all your accomplishments… which one is closest to your heart? − 01:06:11: What else would you like to tell us about? − 01:11:30: END OF INTERVIEW |
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