The study of the impacts of COVID-19 and other recent shocks in Haiti, conducted by the Implementer-Led Evaluation & Learning (IMPEL) Associate Award, aimed to assess the effects of these shocks on food security and poverty in Haiti. The study was conducted in two rounds, with the first round taking place from October 2020 to January 2021 and the second round from October 2021 to January 2022. The study used a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. The study found that the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on poverty and food security in Haiti. The poverty rate increased from 59.3% in 2018 to 63.5% in 2021, while the food security rate decreased from 44.1% in 2018 to 38.5% in 2021. The study also found that the pandemic had a disproportionate impact on women and children, with women experiencing higher levels of food insecurity and children facing increased risks of malnutrition. The study also examined the impact of other recent shocks, including drought, poor water access, and infrastructure, on food security and poverty in Haiti. The results showed that these shocks had a significant impact on agricultural production and livelihoods, leading to increased poverty and food insecurity. The study recommended that policymakers and practitioners prioritize investments in agricultural development, infrastructure, and social protection programs to mitigate the impacts of these shocks. The study’s findings have important implications for policymakers and practitioners working to improve food security and poverty reduction in Haiti. The results highlight the need for a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of poverty and food insecurity, including the impacts of COVID-19 and other recent shocks. The study’s recommendations provide a framework for policymakers and practitioners to develop effective strategies for mitigating the impacts of these shocks and improving food security and poverty reduction in Haiti.
