Stars of Tomorrow Podcast – Episode 11: Highlighting Haiti
In this powerful episode, Heather Cannon and Kevin Nah welcome Saintanne Tipton, founder of The Lighthouse in Haiti. Saintanne shares her journey from being adopted out of a Haitian orphanage to becoming a global missionary and nonprofit leader.
The conversation dives deep into:
Haiti’s 1804 revolution and its global ripple effects
The historical connection between Haiti and Liberia
The challenges of operating in a country facing political instability and economic hardship
The resilience of Haitian communities and the importance of education
The role of faith, purpose, and grassroots partnerships in creating lasting change
Saintanne’s story is a testament to the power of saying “yes” to your purpose and making a difference—one child, one community at a time.
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Historical Information
🇭🇹 Haitian Revolution and Resistance: Haiti became the first Black republic after overthrowing French colonial rule. This revolution ended Napoleon’s ambitions in the Western Hemisphere and had a profound influence on global movements for freedom.
💰Haiti's Independence Debt: In 1825, Haiti was forced to pay France 150 million francs (later reduced to 60 million) to compensate former slaveholders for “lost property.” This debt crippled Haiti’s economy and took over a century to repay.
🇱🇷 Connection to Liberia: The Haitian Revolution contributed to fears among U.S. slaveholders, influencing the American Colonization Society’s efforts to resettle freed black Americans in West Africa, leading to Liberia’s founding.
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