The Haitian Revolution (1791–1804) transformed race, sovereignty, and slavery in the Americas, founding Haiti under Toussaint Louverture and later Jean-Jacques Dessalines.
Haitian communities in New York are marching in a somber, defiant parade as TPS protections have ended for Haitian immigrants. Organizers say the event remains a celebration of culture even as it confronts the new reality of immigration enforcement and the Supreme Court’s ruling that ends special protections.