Young Black people were taking matters into their own hands to experience the land for themselves and I was among the many who made their way back for the Year of the Return. Read more to come with me on this journey!
Read MoreMuch needed rest and relaxation.
Read MoreI've heard the term "the Haiti they'll never show you" more than a few hundred times accompanied by a beautiful photo or video of Haiti, but I have never seen or heard of this place.
Read MoreI was silent for a while, and began to cry.
Read MoreAll the ideas I had about Haiti were from hashtags, YouTube, and stories that my friends would tell. I knew not to Google anything about Haiti, because I knew what I'd get. I knew they would show ugly photos of hungry children and muddy streets. I was curious more than anything, but also very excited. I've traveled to several places and seen many things, but I was finally going home!
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