Abstract
This study examines the intricate dynamics between foreign interventions, the pervasive presence of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and the formulation of public policies in Haiti, specifically focusing on rural areas such as Cerca-la-Source. Through an original survey of 1047 participants from Cerca-la-source, we explore how external influences have inadvertently weakened the Haitian government’s faculty to develop and implement effective public policies to combat poverty and how NGOs’ hegemony often results in fragmented and misaligned development efforts that fail to meet at least the basic SDGs. Using a logistic regression model, this research highlights the factors influencing access to these SDGs, such as foreign interventions, NGO hegemony, and low government support for agriculture, health, education, and infrastructure. The results underscore the urgent need for a paradigm shift towards inclusive, locally driven policies that empower rural families and align with broader sustainable development goals. This research contributes to the discourse on development policy by providing evidence-based insights and recommendations for fostering a more effective and cohesive approach to rural development in Haiti.