Today marks 222 years since the Battle of Vertières (Batay Vètyè), which we honor and celebrate on November 18 as the final battle and victorious breakthrough of the Haitian Revolution. This victory made Haiti an independent nation, the first free Black republic, and a catalyst for freedom movements worldwide. November 18 also reflects the strength of our present reality while Haiti’s national men’s team stands on the verge of returning to the World Cup stage for the first time since 1974. Istwa nou vivan… Grenadye Alaso! These moments remind us of our historical impact, our resilience, and the work still being done today. We honor our ancestors and the revolutionary foremothers and forefathers who secured our freedom, and we celebrate one another today as we continue their legacy across the world. Enjoy these photographs featuring outtakes from New York City’s West Indian Caribbean Labor Day celebrations with Haitian Parade Inc haitianparadeinc, including our cultural leaders, desc...