Director Etant Dupain will discuss his documentary, Madan Sara, about the Haitian women who work tirelessly to buy, distribute, and sell food and other essentials in markets through the country. Despite the obstacles faced by the women working in a sector that lacks investment, infrastructure, and state assistance, the Madan Sara continue to be one of the most critical parts of the Haitian economy and of who Haiti is as a country. This documentary tells the stories of these indefatigable women who work at the margins to make Haiti’s economy run. Despite facing intense hardship and social stigma, the hard work of the Madan Sara puts their children through school, houses their families, and helps to ensure a better life for generations to come. This film amplifies the calls of the Madan Sara as they speak directly to society to share their dreams for a more just Haiti.

This event is part of the "Haiti: Past, Present, and Futures" event series organized by Professor Rachel Jean-Baptiste (History and African & African American Studies).