Understanding and Working with Haitian Immigrant Families

Walter J. Pierce; Erlange Elisme

doi:10.4324/9781315054209-18

Understanding and Working with Haitian Immigrant Families

Walter J. Pierce, Erlange Elisme

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Abstract

This conceptual analysis explores the Haitian cultural experience in the U.S. and offers a model for working with Haitian families. Relevant factors include: (I) an understanding of the history and culture of Haiti; (2) migration patterns of Haitian families to the U.S.; and (3) the experience which most Haitian families must endure upon arrival.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the New Immigration
Subtitle of host publication	Volume 4: The New Immigrant and the American Family
Publisher	Taylor and Francis
Pages	241-257
Number of pages	17
Volume	4
ISBN (Electronic)	9781135709389
ISBN (Print)	9780815337089
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315054209-18
State	Published - 1 Jan 2014
Externally published	Yes

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