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There is limited information on the extent … There is limited information on the extent of Deafness in Haiti, due mainly to the lack of census data. Haiti's poor infrastructure makes it almost impossible to obtain accurate information on many health related issues, not just the hearing impaired. In 2003, the number of deaf people in Haiti was estimated at 72,000, based on a survey provided by the World Health Organization. Deaf people in Haiti face multiple barriers, not only from the lack of standard care and treatment, but also from the lack of specialist services like interpreters and sign language expertise. They may also be stigmatized, face discrimination, and even suffer violence due to cultural beliefs about the deaf. The justice system is either unwilling or unable to cope with deaf people. The lack of employment available for people with disabilities has resulted in high levels of poverty, with most living under the poverty level. The Haitian government has established disability policies, however it is largely unable to enforce them.ever it is largely unable to enforce them.
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There is limited information on the extent … There is limited information on the extent of Deafness in Haiti, due mainly to the lack of census data. Haiti's poor infrastructure makes it almost impossible to obtain accurate information on many health related issues, not just the hearing impaired. In 2003, the number of deaf people in Haiti was estimated at 72,000, based on a survey provided by the World Health Organization.provided by the World Health Organization.
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