Haitian Government Calls for Renewal of International Anti Gang Task Force The Haitian government's plea for an extension of the mandate of the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), a task force backed by international partners, has become a familiar refrain.
As the September 30 deadline for the current mission approaches, it is essential to examine not only the short term needs but also the underlying causes of gang violence that plagues Haiti.
The statistics are stark: over 1,400 people have been killed and nearly 700 injured in just three months this year alone.