In Haiti, despite a challenging social environment marked by instability and limited opportunities for young people, a wave of hope is rising with the launch of Volley Jeunes at the Ayiti Cheri Gymnasium. This national development program is dedicated to identifying and training the next generation of Haitian volleyball talent.
Made possible with the backing of NORCECA, Volley Jeunes is providing over a thousand young people, aged 8 to 19, from nine cities across the country, an opportunity to use volleyball as a stepping stone towards a more promising future. For five intensive weeks, these young athletes will engage in training, personal growth, and collaborative efforts, fostering brighter prospects for both themselves and their communities.
“Volley Jeunes is much more than a sports initiative; it’s a testament to our faith in Haitian youth. In the face of our country’s heartbreaking realities, the determination in these young faces and their unwavering belief in a better tomorrow give us the courage to persevere and hope beyond what seems possible.”
Francois extended his gratitude to the organizations and individuals who made the program possible. He specifically thanked NORCECA and the Haitian government for their crucial support in launching this inaugural edition.
Beyond being just a volleyball program, Volley Jeunes sends a powerful message to every young person: your life matters, your talent is worth nurturing, and your future holds great potential. The FHVB firmly believes that by 2035, the talents fostered through this program will emerge as national and international volleyball stars.
Oliver Wrenwick 
Finley Blackwood