Our History: GDEC’s Roots in the Heart of Aquin
The history of the Groupement pour le Développement Communautaire (GDEC) is intimately linked to the will and determination of its founders, men and women from Aquin who are deeply attached to their native land. Our organization officially came into being in June 2020, the fruit of a long process of reflection and civic commitment.
The origins of GDEC lie in a series of meetings, discussions and consultations that brought together individuals sharing a common vision for the future of their community. The majority of these pioneers were born in the first and fourth sections of the Commune of Aquin, areas with immense potential but also facing significant socio-economic challenges, just like the rest of the country.
Our vision
To become a leader in the production of services within the communities we serve, notably the communities of the first and fourth sections of Aquin, and the Haitian Aquino community living in Canada.
Our mission
Promoting sustainable change through training, production and environmental protection.
Our values
Transparency, accountability, environmental responsibility, inclusion, participation, community collaboration.
Our team
Composition: 11-member Board of Directors (6 men and 5 women).
Lemâne DELVA
PhD, President
Dieulène BIASSOU
Vice-Chairwoman
Siliana PIERRE
General Secretary
Anne-Chimène LAMOTHE
Director
Frito LESPERANCE
Assistant Director
Roosevelt PETIT
President GDEC Canada
Magalie CHARLES
Executive Vice President
Jeanne Marie JEAN CHARLES
Public Relations
Manoucheka LERSSAINT
Public Relations
Jean Guerby PIERRE
Communications Manager
Kéner HERCULE
Advisor
Mr Marvert SATURNE
Advisor
