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Miami’s Haitian Community Braces for Deportations

January 31, 2026

Miami's Haitian community, which has a long history dating back to 1972 when the first documented refugees arrived, is now facing uncertainty as deportations loom. This community has significantly contributed to the city's cultural and economic landscape, establishing businesses and cultural institutions.

Miami’s Haitian Community Braces for Deportations

Credit: ByEdwidge DanticatJanuary 30, 2026

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First Haitian refugees arrived in South Florida in 1972 on the sailboat Saint Sauveur.
Lemon City became a central hub for the Haitian community in Miami.
Haitian immigrants have developed businesses, churches, and cultural centers in the area.
Viter Juste is recognized as a key figure in the establishment of Miami's Haitian community.

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Miami’s Haitian Community Braces for Deportations

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Miami’s Haitian Community Braces for Deportations

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