Luckens Merzius
Community Voices ProducerLuckens Merzius is a WYSO Community Voices Producer, seasoned community development professional, entrepreneur, and multimedia personality.
As Secretary and Public Relations Officer for the Haitian Community Alliance (HCA), he is pivotal in promoting the organization's mission and initiatives. Additionally, he serves as a Bilingual Outreach Worker and Community Liaison for the Clark County Combined Health District in Springfield, OH, where he bridges the gap between healthcare services and underserved communities.
Merzius is also a successful entrepreneur and co-owner of MTF Management LLC, which provides reliable commercial and residential cleaning services to the Ohio community.
He is also the co-host of two popular shows: The Ohio Traffic Show, a weekly program focused on driving safety and community education, and Lavi nan America (Life in America), a podcast exploring the experiences and challenges faced by immigrant communities in the United States. Through his work, Luckens involves himself in numerous initiatives, driving positive change and empowering marginalized communities. His dedication to social justice, community empowerment, and health equity has earned him recognition and respect from his peers.
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In this podcast, Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, share powerful stories of migration, family separation, cultural preservation, and resilience amid uncertainty. -
Springfield's Haitian community shared poetry, art, and culture at 'Journeys' event, fostering connection, empathy, and cross-cultural understanding through storytelling. -
Springfield, Ohio united to celebrate Haitian Flag Day with music, food, and culture on Sunday, honoring Haiti’s history and the strength of its vibrant local community. -
Robenson Lauvince is the director of the new movie, 'July 7.' It is the first film produced in Haiti and directed by a Haitian to be distributed in U.S. theaters. -
The highly anticipated film, directed by Robenson Lauvince, is making history as the first feature shot in Haiti by a Haitian director to receive global distribution. -
Luckens Merzius decided to leave one of his daughters with relatives in Haiti until he found a way to bring her to America. They are now reunited in Springfield, Ohio. -
Haitians in the Heartland presents the voices and reporting of Haitian Americans in Springfield, Ohio, with stories of resilience, cultural identity, and adaptation.
