I have thoroughly enjoyed researching Haiti's 2005 revisions to the Penal Code and how the media reports changes of the law. At the end of this project, I have concluded that when Haitian legislators pass a new law, they should give more consideration to how the people will hear about it. Better utilization of popular media outlets and alternative methods of dissemination, such as text messages through cellular phones and posts on social networking sites would inform people about the legislative changes.
Next semester, I will be researching which methods of dissemination would reach the greatest number of people in a cost effective manner. Hopefully, I will be able to make recommendations and develop a plan for implementation.
I am very excited to continue my work in the Haiti Lab!
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at ecs26@duke.edu.
On July 6,2005, Haiti revised their Penal Code by defining rape as a separate crime from harassment, increasing the penalty for rape, and decriminalizing adultery. These revisions signal Haiti's progress toward gender equality, and respect for human rights. However, the changes to the code are functionless if the people know nothing of them. My original question was: How does Haitian media portray changes in legislation, specifically related to sexual or domestic violence?
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