Embassy of the United States Port Au Prince, Haiti

The Information Resource Center (IRC) is a component of the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Haiti. It is a reference research center that aims to provide comprehensive and authoritative information on issues such as U.S. policy, democracy and free enterprise, rule of law and human rights, and U.S society and culture to those who need to make informed decisions. 

The IRC emphasizes both electronic resources and books.  It has a collection of reference books, periodicals, pamphlets, and a variety of electronic resources, including Kindle e-readers.  It also provides online access to the latest U.S. governmental information and legislation.

The Center is intended to meet the needs of professionals, including government policy makers, political leaders, business people, journalists, students and those whose work require them to have in-depth information about the United States.

IRC Services Include:

• Access to eLibraryUSA , a virtual online library with free access to 20 authoritative and up-to date databases. 
• English Teaching Forum  for teachers: Call us to receive back or current issues of this great tool for all English instructors!
• English as a Foreign Language (EFL)  resource books and materials for teachers.
• Democratie pour Tous/Demokrati pou tout moun manuals: Our trademark civic education manual is available for schools, institutions, and organizations wishing to promote citizen participation and human rights!
• Local Schools and Libraries Partnerships:  Is your institution actively engaged in educating your community?  Contact us if you are interested in hosting or sponsoring a book discussion or other activity, or for more information on materials to enhance your library! 

Our IRC staff welcomes inquiries concerning the United States and request for appointments; please see our brochure (PDF 1.15MB) for more information.  Please also note that the IRC is not open on U.S. or Haitian official holidays.