University Notre-Dame of Haiti

About

Founded in 1995, the Université Notre Dame d’Haïti (UNDH) is a Catholic institution dedicated to academic excellence, human development, and service to society. With approximately 5,000 students and a network of campuses across Haiti, UNDH offers programs in medicine, nursing, law, education, social sciences, economics, engineering, and theology. Its mission is to form competent, ethical professionals committed to social justice and the nation’s sustainable development. The university fosters research and community engagement in areas such as public health, education, and rural development, while maintaining partnerships with national and international academic institutions.

Sustainability at University Notre-Dame of Haiti

UNDH integrates sustainability, ethics, and social responsibility across its teaching, research, and institutional development. Rooted in Catholic values, the university promotes environmental stewardship, social inclusion, and community service as foundations of education. Through interdisciplinary programs and research, UNDH prepares students to address Haiti’s pressing challenges - health, environment, education, and poverty reduction - in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Its campuses serve as hubs for dialogue and innovation, advancing a culture of sustainability and civic engagement that contributes to building a more just, resilient, and sustainable future for Haiti.