Efforts to help Haitians amidst the gang violence in their country have been further hindered by the kidnapping of an American Nurse and her young daughter. Haiti's gangs, which have gained power since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, now control up to 80% of the capital. The surge in violence has led to the closure of many nonprofit groups, leaving vulnerable families without access to basic services. The U.S. State Department has advised Americans to avoid travel to Haiti due to widespread kidnappings targeting U.S. citizens. The community has called for the release of the kidnapped nurse and for peace to prevail in Haiti.

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