Civic Engagement
Citizenship is not just about rights, but also about fulfilling
your civic duties towards the government and the country.
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Citizenship is not just about rights, but also about fulfilling
your civic duties towards the government and the country.
Civic Engagement Mission: To encourage the reading, appreciation, and application of the 1987 constitution of Haiti.
Civic Engagement Vision: For all Haitians to know their duties and rights as citizens.
ARTICLE 52:
Citizenship entails civic duties. Every right is counterbalanced by a corresponding duty.
ARTICLE 52-1:
Civic duties are the citizen’s moral, political, social and economic obligations as a hole to the State and the country. These obligations are:
a. To respect the Constitution and the national emblem;
b. To respect the laws;
c. To vote in elections without constraint;
d. To pay his taxes;
e. To serve on a jury;
f. To defend the country in the event of war;
g. To educate and improve himself;
h. To respect and protect the environment;
i. To respect scrupulously the revenues and properties of the State;
j. To respect the property of others;
k. To work to maintain peace;
l. To provide assistance to persons in danger;
m. To respect the rights and freedom of others.
ARTICLE 52-2:
Failure to abide by these provisions shall be punishable by law.
ARTICLE 52-3:
Compulsory civic service for both sexes is established. The terms thereof shall be set by law.
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Remember, being a citizen goes beyond enjoying rights; it entails embracing these duties with utmost sincerity and dedication.
The state is obligated to establish for each Communal Section the structures required for social, economic, civic and cultural training of its population.
Haitian Constitution ARTICLE 64
“Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.”
Proverbs 29:18
The Haitian Constitution serves as a cornerstone of the nation’s democratic framework, safeguarding the rights of its citizens while emphasizing their responsibilities. Chapter III is particularly pivotal in highlighting the duties of the citizen, portraying the delicate balance between rights and obligations within a functioning democracy. As rights cannot exist in isolation, the Constitution insists on the civic responsibilities that each citizen must uphold—social, political, moral, and economic. These duties ensure not only personal freedom but also the collective well-being of the nation. By examining these responsibilities, this blog post aims to elucidate the crucial role of active citizenship in maintaining a harmonious and prosperous Haiti, urging all citizens to embrace their duties for a stronger, unified country.
Citizenship is not merely a status but a relationship of mutual obligations between individuals and their nation. In the context of the Haitian Constitution, this relationship is fundamentally built on the premise that every right is balanced by a corresponding duty. Civic duties are integral responsibilities that weave the fabric of society, ensuring stability, progress, and shared well-being.
In the Haitian context, these duties encompass moral, political, social, and economic obligations. These are not optional tasks but essential components that hold the societal structure together. Moral duties compel citizens to uphold the ethical standards that reflect the nation’s core values, promoting justice and integrity in all interactions.
Politically, civic duties include active engagement in democratic processes. Voting, participating in public discourse, and respecting the outcomes of free and fair elections exemplify the proactive commitment required from citizens to establish and sustain a healthy democracy. Social obligations highlight the interconnectedness of individuals. Each citizen is tasked with fostering environments where mutual respect and community well-being are prioritized. This includes respecting the rights and freedoms of others, contributing to peace, and supporting individuals in danger with compassion and urgency.
Economically, citizens are encouraged to contribute to the nation’s prosperity through honest labor, paying taxes, and respecting both public and private property. This economic engagement not only sustains governmental functions but also ensures equitable resource distribution, fostering national development.
Ultimately, these duties are the backbone of a functional society where individual actions contribute to collective prosperity and a peaceful coexistence. By understanding and embracing these civic responsibilities, each Haitian citizen plays a crucial role in shaping a just, thriving, and harmonious nation. This framework not only guarantees the protection of individual rights but also ensures that every citizen contributes to the common good.
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