HANBF | Governance & Organizational Structure
Governed with Transparency & Purpose
HANBF operates under a rigorous dual-council governance structure, ensuring accountability, mission alignment, and compliance with US and Haitian legal frameworks at every level.
Our Governance Philosophy
HANBF believes that strong governance is the foundation of lasting impact. Our organizational structure is designed to maintain the highest standards of transparency, ethical conduct, and mission fidelity, while ensuring that every decision serves the Haitian diaspora community we represent. We operate under US State Department security clearance protocols and comply fully with both US and Haitian legal frameworks.
Our Dual-Council Structure
Great Governing Council
The Great Governing Council is HANBF's primary governing body, responsible for strategic direction, major policy decisions, and organizational oversight. Council members represent the full spectrum of HANBF's mission areas.
- Sets organizational strategy and mission direction
- Approves major financial decisions and investments
- Elects and evaluates executive leadership
- Establishes policy and governance standards
- Oversees compliance with US and Haitian law
- Approves partnerships and institutional agreements
- Represents HANBF in governmental relations
Internal Review Board
The Internal Review Board provides independent oversight and accountability, reviewing all major organizational activities, financial reporting, and compliance to ensure HANBF operates with full integrity and transparency.
- Independent review of all financial reports
- Compliance monitoring and audit oversight
- Conflict of interest review and resolution
- Program effectiveness evaluation
- Donor fund accountability and reporting
- Ethics policy enforcement
- Annual governance report to membership
Core Governance Principles
Transparency
All major decisions, financial reports, and organizational activities are documented and available to HANBF members and the public.
Accountability
Every council member and officer is accountable to the membership, the mission, and US and Haitian legal requirements.
Mission Alignment
Every organizational decision is evaluated against our core mission: diaspora empowerment and Haiti's sustainable development.
Legal Compliance
HANBF operates in full compliance with IRS 501(c)(3) requirements, US State Department protocols, and Haitian government regulations.
Inclusive Representation
Our councils represent the full diversity of the Haitian diaspora, across regions, professions, generations, and perspectives.
Financial Integrity
All funds are managed with strict controls, independent review, and full reporting to donors, members, and regulatory bodies.
Regulatory Compliance Framework
🇺🇸 IRS 501(c)(3) Status
HANBF is registered with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Annual Form 990 filed as required.
🏛️ US State Department
HANBF operations comply with US State Department security clearance protocols governing international diaspora organizations operating between the US and Haiti.
🇭🇹 Haitian Government Recognition
HANBF is officially recognized by MAHVE as the Global Haitian Diaspora Organization (2025) and operates in compliance with Haitian law.
🌐 International Oversight
HANBF's 2025 MAHVE letter was submitted to US and Haitian executive branches, Congress, Parliament, courts, embassies, UN, OAS, and CARICOM.
Founding Leadership
Born in Saint-Marc, Haiti, the birthplace of Jean-Baptiste Point Du Sable, the man who built Chicago, Vladimir Leon has dedicated his career to building the institutional infrastructure that connects the Haitian diaspora to Haiti's economic future. A graduate with a Masters in Sustainability Management (MSSM), Vladimir brings deep expertise in sustainable economic development, international relations, and diaspora community organizing.
His great-grandfather, Jérôme Maximilien Borgella, was the first Governor of the Dominican Republic, a legacy of leadership that Vladimir carries forward through HANBF's global mission.
Questions About Our Governance?
HANBF is committed to full transparency. Contact us for governance documents, financial reports, or to learn about council membership opportunities.
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