Prisca's Needs & Pain Points

START

Prisca's Needs & Pain Points

Discrimination/Racism

Social Isolation

Academic Challenges

| INDEX

Cultural Adjustment

Haitian transfer students in America may encounter a variety of stressors due to cultural, academic, social, and economic differences between Haiti and the United States.

Unfamiliar Customs

Social Norms

Language

Back to index

Cultural Adjustment

The American education system might be different from what Haitian students are accustomed to. This could include different grading systems, teaching styles, and learning norms. Adjusting to these academic differences can be stressful.

Individualistic vs. Collective Society

Different Teaching Styles

Different Grading System

Back to index

Academic Challenges

Being far from home and familiar support networks can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation. Haitian transfer students may struggle to make friends and build new social connections in their new environment.

Difficulty Making New Friends

Low Support

Feelings Isolated

Back to index

Social Isolation

Discrimination and racism are still prevalent in the United States and Haitian students may face discrimination based on their race, ethnicity, or nationality. This can negative impact their mental well-being.

Mental Well-Being

Ethnic discrimination

Racial Discrimination

Back to index

Discrimination & Racism