Those with special needs in Haiti are rarely seen for who they are—they are often neglected, ridiculed and belittled, and services catering to their needs are difficult to find.

Odette. This isn’t the first occasion in which I am writing about my affinity towards her. She encompasses love. All who are privileged to not only meet her, but also to spend time in her presence, could attest to this. She is a woman who embodies strength and passion, patience and perseverance. She has faced many battles, some she has lost but others she has conquered victoriously. She is feisty and fiery, and yet incredibly gentle and kind.