The National Democratic Assembly (ADN) is a central institution in Haiti’s new governance model, designed to replace the traditional legislative system with a structure rooted in local representation. ADN is a national council composed of 100 delegates selected annually from among locally elected communal section delegates. It is the primary mechanism through which the Haitian people exercise authority over all national decisions—from laws and general policy to the removal of officials and ratification of treaties. ADN places direct sovereignty in the hands of citizens and serves as a pillar of transparency, stability, and collective leadership.
ADN: A Chamber of the People
ADN includes 100 delegates chosen each year from a pool of 571 elected communal section delegates. Each delegate serves only once during their five-year term, ensuring renewal, broad participation, and the prevention of power concentration.
Like a popular parliament, ADN votes on all national matters: laws, amendments, selection and removal of officials, international treaties, and declarations of war. The President of the Republic presides over ADN but holds no veto power—only executing the Assembly’s decisions.
The Merits of ADN: Accountability, Stability, Transparency
This new system emphasizes:
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Accountability: Every communal section has a direct voice in ADN, placing the people at the center of national decision-making.
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Stability: Fixed terms, a cabinet based on the LPN team, and structured succession prevent political crises and interruptions in governance.
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Transparency: Each Prime Minister must publicly present their National Policy Law and report every two years to ADN on the government’s progress.
A Barrier Against Foreign Interference
ADN plays a key role in protecting Haiti’s sovereignty. In times of political crisis, removal of officials, or treaty ratification, ADN expands to include all communal, legislative, and judicial representatives. This gives decisions greater legitimacy and removes the need for foreign arbitration. When national decisions are made by Haitians, for Haitians, it reinforces national dignity and ends dependence on international actors to resolve political conflicts.
Financial Efficiency: A System That Doesn’t Burden the State Budget
Another advantage of ADN is its financial efficiency. Instead of maintaining a costly and often paralyzed bicameral system, ADN relies on delegates already elected locally. There’s no need for multiple senatorial elections or the operation of two legislative chambers with all the expenses that entails. ADN functions with a single annual session and existing members, minimizing administrative, logistical, and salary costs. Compared to the current system, which often leads to gridlock, ADN offers a model that is simple, direct, and economical.
A System That Represents Haiti’s Identity
ADN is not imported. It is designed by Haitians, for Haiti. It respects community structures, emphasizes merit and collective vision, and gives the people control over governance without dependence on political elites.
Conclusion: ADN as a Pillar of Modern Governance in Haiti
The National Democratic Assembly is not just an institution—it is the foundation of national sovereignty, democratic transparency, and leadership rooted in planning. It replaces governance models that have led to disillusionment and division, and opens the door to a republic built on dignity, participation, and Haitian vision. It guarantees political stability, reduces state expenses, and ends foreign interference—a fundamental shift for Haiti’s future.