Haitian Women Create Their Own Security Measures to Protect Themselves in Tent Cities

Haitian women have been experiencing increased violence (especially in the form of rape) since January's horrific earthquake. Six months later, the government and aiding countries have yet to establish a reliable security system to protect the displaced and desperate people in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Watch the following clip aired on Democracynow! to learn about how Haitian women have created their own system of protection, and learn about why six months later, Haitians are still lacking access to clean water, adequate food supplies, and permanent housing.



http://www.democracynow.org/2010/7/14/in_the_shadow_of_ruins_haitians

(start at minute 38 if specifically interested in learning about the women's security efforts)