The Haitian Creole Language Institute of New York

Do you have questions about what we do here at the Kreyòl Institute? Are you feeling unsure about which course to register for? Join us for our Virtual Open House on June 18 at 7:15 PM EST.

We’ll walk you through all of our offerings, share upcoming opportunities, and answer any questions you may have. Whether you’re brand new to Kreyòl or have been learning for a while, this is the perfect space to connect and learn more about how we can support your language journey.

Come with your questions, curiosity, and good vibes—we can’t wait to meet you! RSVP using the link.

Kay pou ou: Welcome to the Haitian Creole Language Institute of New York

Learn Kreyòl in a supportive space, with a research backed curriculum that contains original content, and with options that give you access to a whole community of Kreyòl language learners! Join the HCLI community now. Isn’t it about time you knew how to say more than “sa k pase”??

Happy Haitian Heritage Month!

We can’t wait to have you join our community! In the meantime, check out these FAQs. These are some of the most commonly asked questions that we receive.

Full-length Courses in Haitian Creole / Kreyòl Ayisyen

HCLI provides a structured environment that promotes disciplined learning, all while having fun and being in community with other Kreyòl language learners. Our courses are primarily synchronous and use research-backed & original materials that help students progress quickly in their language learning. At HCLI, we maintain a close cultural connection to Ayiti while engagin in #RevolutionaryTeaching techniques.

Culturally Relevant Programming

Our focus at HCLI is teaching Haitian Creole using a cultural lens. We provide our students with culturally relevant programming that allows them access to different aspects of Haitian culture – from music & dance to spirituality & food. HCLI programming is also often open to the public, giving students an opportunity to create even more connections to the Haitian community beyond the HCLI space.

Full Service Kreyòl Language Firm

HCLI is a full service language firm with over a decade of experience that offers a wide range of services such as translation, legal interpretation, dialect coaching, voiceovers, cultural training workshops, and more. We pride ourselves on providing native-level work while keeping updated with changes in the Kreyòl language as it evolves daily. Our focus is entirely on Kreyòl Ayisyen.

Focus on Heritage Learners / Dyaspora Ayisyen

While HCLI has something for anyone who is looking to learn Haitian Creole, we pride ourselves on providing space dedicated to Heritage Learners of Haitian Creole. This is a space created particularly with the Haitian Diaspora in mind. We know the importance of being part of a community with others who have gone through a similar experience and we honor how that helps folks on their language learning journey.

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Meet the HCLI Team: Kiyès nou ye?

Learn Kreyòl in a supportive space, with a research backed curriculum that contains original content, and with options that give you access to a whole community of Kreyòl language learners! Join the HCLI community now. Isn’t it about time you knew how to say more than “sa k pase”??

Some Quick Facts About Ayiti!

# Akadimisyen ki genyen nan Akademi Kreyòl la

# of letters in the Kreyòl Alphabet

# of people who speak Kreyòl worldwide (in the millions)

# of years Ayiti has been independent

We can’t wait to have you join our community! In the meantime, check out these FAQs. These are some of the most commonly asked questions that we receive.

Commonly Asked Questions

Ban m zòrèy nou!

Learn Kreyòl in a supportive space, with a research backed curriculum that contains original content, and with options that give you access to a whole community of Kreyòl language learners! Join the HCLI community now. Isn’t it about time you knew how to say more than “sa k pase”??

Kay pou ou: Welcome to the Haitian Creole Language Institute of New York

Learn Kreyòl in a supportive space, with a research backed curriculum that contains original content, and with options that give you access to a whole community of Kreyòl language learners! Join the HCLI community now. Isn’t it about time you knew how to say more than “sa k pase”??

Happy Haitian Heritage Month!

We can’t wait to have you join our community! In the meantime, check out these FAQs. These are some of the most commonly asked questions that we receive.

Full-length Courses in Haitian Creole / Kreyòl Ayisyen

Culturally Relevant Programming

Full Service Kreyòl Language Firm

Focus on Heritage Learners / Dyaspora Ayisyen

Do you want to keep up with what’s happening at the Kreyòl Institute? Sign up for our mailing list now to get regular updates on our classes, programming, events, and more!

Meet the HCLI Team: Kiyès nou ye?

Glenda Lezeau

Briana Philemy

Nerlande Pierre-Louis

Wynnie Lamour-Quansah

Darnelle Champagne

Learn Kreyòl in a supportive space, with a research backed curriculum that contains original content, and with options that give you access to a whole community of Kreyòl language learners! Join the HCLI community now. Isn’t it about time you knew how to say more than “sa k pase”??

Some Quick Facts About Ayiti!

# Akadimisyen ki genyen nan Akademi Kreyòl la

# of letters in the Kreyòl Alphabet

# of people who speak Kreyòl worldwide (in the millions)

# of years Ayiti has been independent

We can’t wait to have you join our community! In the meantime, check out these FAQs. These are some of the most commonly asked questions that we receive.

Ban m zòrèy nou!

Learn Kreyòl in a supportive space, with a research backed curriculum that contains original content, and with options that give you access to a whole community of Kreyòl language learners! Join the HCLI community now. Isn’t it about time you knew how to say more than “sa k pase”??