Claudette Werleigh

Claudette Werleigh, born on September twenty-sixth, nineteen forty-six, is a distinguished Haitian diplomat and politician. She made history by becoming Haiti's first female prime minister, serving from nineteen ninety-five to nineteen ninety-six. Her tenure marked a significant milestone in the political landscape of Haiti, paving the way for future generations of women in leadership roles.

After her groundbreaking role as prime minister, Werleigh continued to contribute to global peace efforts. In nineteen ninety-nine, she took on the role of Director at the Life & Peace Institute in Uppsala, Sweden. Her commitment to fostering dialogue and understanding in conflict zones was further recognized when she became the Secretary General of Pax Christi International in two thousand seven.

In two thousand ten, Werleigh was appointed as a Peace Envoy for Pax Christi International, based in Brussels, Belgium. Through her work, she has dedicated herself to promoting peace and reconciliation, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to humanitarian causes and international diplomacy.