Haiti Trains Women in Fishing Sector on Business Formalization in Port-Salut
Ministry of Women's Affairs and Ministry of Commerce lead SME training for rural women in the South Department.
PORT-SALUT, Haiti — On Thursday, October 15, 2026, the Ministry of Women's Affairs and Women's Rights (MCFDF), in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MCI), organized a training session for women working in the fishing sector, according to icihaiti.com. The session, held on the sidelines of the International Day of Rural Women, focused on Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).
The training was led by Ms. Lovely Mésidor, an MCI official, and took place in what the outlet described as a friendly and dynamic atmosphere. Participants came from several communes in the South Department and learned about essential concepts for creating and formalizing their businesses, including business names, ten-year business licenses, and the documents required for business identification.
According to the report, a grant will be awarded to participants to help finance their entrepreneurial activities. Through the initiative, the Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to the economic empowerment of women living in rural areas, particularly those working in the fishing sector. The approach aims to strengthen their skills and promote the development of their economic activities.