Haiti Orphan Statistics & Facts

To effectively solve a crisis, we must first understand its scale. The orphan situation in Haiti is one of the most pressing child welfare issues in the world today.

The Raw Numbers

Research by UNICEF and major humanitarian bodies indicates that there are over 400,000 to 500,000 orphaned or vulnerable children in Haiti. However, only a fraction of these children live in registered residential care facilities.

Key Findings

• The 2010 Legacy: The January 12 earthquake created an estimated 300,000 new orphans in a single day.
• Economic Abandonment: Over 80% of children in Haitian orphanages have at least one living parent who would care for them if they had basic financial security.
• Education Gap: Only 50% of orphaned children attend school regularly, compared to 85% in the general population.

The Urgent Need

Without structured support, these children are at high risk for exploitation, child labor (restavek), and recruitment into criminal activity. ORDEPROGRESIA's model focuses on providing a family-like environment that prioritizes safety, nutrition, and long-term education.