The Haitian Volleyball Federation Launches

“Volley Jeunes” to Discover Haiti's Future Volleyball Stars

PORT-AU-PRINCE, July 28, 2025.-  Amid a social climate marked by instability and limited opportunities for young people, a wave of hope is rising in Haiti 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.

With the support of NORCECA, Volley Jeunes has become a reality, offering more than a thousand boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 19, from nine cities across the country, the chance to turn volleyball into a pathway to a better future. Over five intensive weeks, these young athletes will train, grow, and work together to build brighter prospects for themselves and their communities.

FHVB President Jean Michel Frédéric François highlighted the program’s deeper meaning:

“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”.

François expressed his gratitude to the organizations and individuals who made the program possible: “We are deeply thankful to all our partners, especially NORCECA and the Haitian government, for helping make this inaugural edition a reality.”

More than a volleyball program, Volley Jeunes is a message to every young person: your life matters, your talent is worth nurturing, and your future is bright. The FHVB firmly believes that by 2035, the stars born on these courts today will shine on the national and international stage.