The worst earthquake for 200 years has hit Haiti leaving countless dead and injured. The 7.0 magnitude earthquake has devastated the area and although there is as yet no accurate assessment of the death toll it is clear that many of the millions that live there may have perished, Many more will be injured and require treatment,

The worlds first black republic, Haiti was founded in 1804 after the African slaves overthrew their French slavemasters.

Since independence the country has been controlled by a sucession of violent and corrupt rulers who lined their pockets with what little wealth the country has. With no infrastucture in place to deal with the current situation, there can only be more suffering for the survivors of the earthquake.

The country needs help and it needs it now. The Disaster Emergency Committee can ensure that any donations you may wish to make will be distributed to the DEC member agencies that are best placed to use them.

Many DEC member agencies sre already helping in the affected area. More agencies are preparing to provide assistance.

To make a donation click on the image to the left.