Dominican Republic

In the Dominican Republic, AJWS focuses on advancing the civil and political rights of those most affected by racism, including Haitian migrants and Dominicans of Haitian descent, who are discriminated against because of their skin color. We also work to enable women, girls and LGBTQI+ Dominicans to live with safety, health and dignity.

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An Oasis for Queer Joy in the Dominican Republic

Esther grew up in Bonao, a conservative city in the Dominican Republic where discrimination against…
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How hand-stitched dolls are changing Black women’s lives in the Dominican Republic

One barrio at a time, this AJWS grantee is transforming young people into community leaders in the Dominican Republic

“My neighborhood is known as the backyard — as in, the place where you throw…

Putting Black Women and Girls at the Center: Flor Ángel’s Fight

Activism is in Flor Ángel’s DNA. The 28-year-old Dominican activist works with AJWS grantee Mujeres…
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