Haitian American Psychiatric Association - HAPA

06/11/2025

📢 Join us June 14 for the HAPA Clinical Education Series kickoff!
🧠 Unlocking the Mind: A Practical Update on the Psychopharmacology of Depression
🕔 5–6:30 PM | 💻 Zoom | Free for HAPA members & med students

Presented by Dr. Dimitry Francois
💵 $25 for non-members | Meeting ID: 938 888 6861
📧 [email protected]

03/12/2025

🚨 10 DAYS AWAY! 🚨

Join us for the Haitian American Psychiatric Association (HAPA)’s Annual Fundraising Gala on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Leonard’s Palazzo!

This year’s theme, “Haitian Excellence”, celebrates our legacy, resilience, and the remarkable achievements of our community.

✨ A Night of Inspiration & Celebration ✨

🌟 Keynote Speaker:
We are honored to welcome Dr. Stephanie Cherestal, a trailblazing Haitian-American whose journey embodies perseverance, success, and dedication to uplifting others.

🎶 Musical Animation: MEDICAL CONNECTION ⚕️🎼🎵
Get ready to dance the night away with the world’s only all-Haitian physician Konpa band! This electrifying performance will make this a celebration you don’t want to miss!

💫 Get Your Tickets Today!
Bring your family, friends, and colleagues—let’s come together to uplift, connect, and support HAPA’s mission in advancing mental health care and advocacy for the Haitian community.

🎟️ Can’t Attend? You Can Still Make an Impact!
Consider making a donation or sponsoring a ticket for someone else. Every contribution helps HAPA continue its critical work in serving our community.

💙 Let’s show up, show out, and make a difference together! Time is running out—secure your spot NOW!

📍 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
📍 Location: Leonard’s Palazzo
🎟️ Tickets & Donations: Zelle (516) 297-4125

🔥 Act now—only 10 days left! 🔥

09/17/2024

Standing up for dignity and respect for all! 🌟 HAPA advocates for compassion and inclusion for Haitian immigrants. 🤲🏾

09/01/2024

🗓️ September is National Su***de Prevention Month. Su***de is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., with 49,476 lives lost and 1.6 million attempts each year. That's 135 deaths every day. Let's work together to prevent these tragedies. You are not alone. 💚 ***dePrevention

06/07/2024

🎉🇭🇹 Join us for a Health & Wellness Fair for Haitian New Immigrants! On June 8, 2024, from 1 PM to 4 PM at the Bethel Seventh Day Adventist Church in Trenton NJ. Come enjoy free health screenings, wellness workshops, and mental health support!

12/16/2023

🌐 Support mental health in the Haitian American community! 🇭🇹 HAPA (Haitian American Psychiatric Association) is making a difference, but they need your help. Let's break the stigma and build a healthier future together. Donate now: https://gofund.me/80a2b6e1

Hello, I'm Dr. Leila Jean-Baptiste, a pediatrician and psychiat… Leila Jean-Baptiste needs your support for Empower HAPA: Cultivating Mental Health Awareness

10/22/2023

10/11/2023

💊 Dr. Dimitry Francois, President of HAPA, shares his insights on substance use in the elderly. 📖👓 Join the conversation as he delves into this pressing concern. 🗣️📢 Learn more from his article here.

Weill Cornell Medicine conducted a review of existing literature to inform best practices for treating substance use disorders in geriatrics moving forward.

10/10/2023

🌍🧠 Today, on , we stand together to raise awareness about mental health. Let's break the stigma surrounding mental health issues and promote well-being for all! 💚💪🏾

10/06/2023

Depression isn't just in the mind. It can affect your body too. 😓 Fatigue, 😋 appetite changes, 😴 sleep problems, 💔 aches - know the physical signs.

09/05/2023

💚 September is ***dePreventionMonth 💚 Your life is precious. Let's come together, offer support, and shine a light in the darkness.

07/19/2023

📰 🗣️HAPA President coauthors new article in Current Psychiatry on reading emotions behind face masks! 😷😊