Forest Park partners with Haitian Chamber for 2025 Flag Day celebration

The City of Forest Park Council convened on March 17, 2025, to discuss a significant partnership with the Georgia Haitian American Chamber of Commerce and the Consul General of Haiti in Atlanta. The primary focus of the meeting was the upcoming Haitian Flag Day celebration, scheduled for May 18, which honors Haiti's rich history and cultural contributions.

Dr. Ronald Setu, president of the Georgia Haitian American Chamber of Commerce, presented the proposal to host the 2025 Haitian Flag Day event at the Forest Park Amphitheater. He emphasized the importance of this celebration as a means to foster cultural pride, community engagement, and economic development within the Haitian American community and beyond. The event aims to unite residents, businesses, and civic leaders for a day of cultural exchange and networking.

Dr. Setu outlined the chamber's mission to support its members in establishing and growing their businesses, highlighting various initiatives such as scholarships for students and programs promoting trade between the U.S. and Haiti. He noted that the chamber has successfully organized similar events in the past, including a previous Haitian Flag Day celebration in Forest Park.

Jacques Larry, another representative from the chamber, elaborated on the chamber's signature events, including a celebration for Women's Month and the annual Egg Taj Gala, which honors entrepreneurs and provides scholarships to young individuals of Haitian descent. He reiterated the significance of the Haitian Flag Day celebration as a major event for the community.

The council's discussion underscored the collaborative spirit of the partnership, with representatives expressing enthusiasm for the event's potential to enhance community ties and promote cultural understanding. The council ultimately approved the partnership, paving the way for the Haitian Flag Day celebration to take place in Forest Park.

In conclusion, the meeting highlighted the city's commitment to supporting cultural events that enrich the community and foster inclusivity. The Haitian Flag Day celebration is set to be a landmark occasion, reflecting the vibrant heritage of the Haitian American community in Forest Park.