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About Wellfiks Foundation
People. Purpose. Lasting Change.
A future beyond trauma.
Wellfiks Foundation is a survivor-founded humanitarian organization dedicated to advancing the protection, recovery, education, and empowerment of individuals affected by sexual violence, abuse, trauma, abandonment, and vulnerability.
Founded on the belief that no individual should be defined by the most painful chapter of their life, Wellfiks seeks to create pathways toward safety, healing, independence, and long-term opportunity.
Our work is rooted in survivor-centered advocacy, trauma-informed principles, education, community engagement, and the development of sustainable recovery initiatives.
With a foundation in Massachusetts and a long-term commitment to Haiti, our vision extends toward meaningful international partnerships and the creation of integrated support systems for underserved communities.
We believe that healing must go beyond surviving. It must create opportunities to rebuild lives, restore dignity, and pursue a future with confidence.
Our Mission
To protect, support, and empower survivors of sexual violence, abuse, trauma, and abandonment through advocacy, education, access to supportive resources, community partnerships, and the development of comprehensive recovery initiatives.
Our Vision
A world where every survivor has access to safety, compassionate support, education, opportunity, and the resources necessary to heal, rebuild, and thrive.
We envision a future where survivors are not defined by what they have experienced, but supported in everything they can become.
Who We Serve
Wellfiks Foundation is committed to advancing support for:
Women and girls affected by sexual violence, exploitation, and abuse.
Survivors of domestic violence and traumatic experiences.
Children and adolescents experiencing abuse, neglect, abandonment, or other serious vulnerabilities.
Immigrant survivors facing barriers to resources, education, protection, and healthcare.
Individuals and families navigating difficult circumstances following violence, displacement, or trauma.
Our approach recognizes that every person’s journey is different and that meaningful recovery requires dignity, safety, choice, and appropriate support.
Our Core Values
Dignity: Every individual deserves to be treated with respect.
Protection: Safety, confidentiality, and survivor rights must guide our decisions.
Compassion: We believe in responding to suffering with humanity, empathy, and understanding.
Empowerment: We support the right of survivors to rebuild their lives and shape their own futures.
Education: Knowledge and opportunity are essential to long-term independence.
Accountability: Responsible governance and transparent leadership are fundamental to our mission.
Collaboration: Sustainable change requires cooperation between communities, professionals, institutions, and advocates.
Our Commitment
Wellfiks Foundation is working to build a sustainable, multidisciplinary model that connects survivor advocacy with health, education, protection, economic empowerment, and social reintegration.
Our long-term ambition is to move beyond temporary assistance toward coordinated systems of support that create lasting opportunities for individuals and communities.
Leadership
Marie Christelle Felix
Founder & President | Wellfiks Foundation
Marie Christelle Felix provides strategic leadership and governance oversight for Wellfiks Foundation, guiding its institutional development, humanitarian initiatives, and long-term vision.
With a background in nursing, recovery coaching, and survivor advocacy, she is committed to advancing trauma-informed support, survivor protection, and sustainable recovery programs.
Her leadership focuses on strengthening institutional partnerships, promoting accountability, and expanding opportunities for healing, dignity, and empowerment in underserved communities.
Stanley David
Vice President | Wellfiks Foundation
Stanley David supports Wellfiks Foundation’s strategic direction, governance, and institutional development. He works alongside the Founder and Board of Directors to advance the Foundation’s long-term mission and sustainable growth.
Loranda St Jacques
Treasurer | Wellfiks Foundation
Loranda St Jacques supports Wellfiks Foundation’s financial oversight, budget planning, and responsible management of resources. She helps strengthen accountability, transparency, and long-term sustainability.
Christie Rebecca Pierre
Director of Programs, Safeguarding & Survivor Services
Christie Rebecca Pierre is a physiotherapist and serves as Director of Programs, Safeguarding & Survivor Services at WellFIKS Foundation. Her physiotherapy background brings a health and rehabilitation perspective to the Foundation’s developing survivor-centered initiatives.
Within WellFIKS, she supports program development and coordination, promotes safeguarding practices, and helps strengthen access to appropriate support resources. Her responsibilities emphasize dignity, confidentiality, survivor protection, and collaboration in building compassionate, trauma-informed support.
Marie Georges Berlyne Felix
Director of Haiti Operations & Community Engagement
Marie Georges Berlyne Felix supports Wellfiks Foundation’s mission through the coordination and development of humanitarian initiatives in Haiti.
In her role, she focuses on strengthening community relationships, supporting local partnerships, and contributing to the planning and implementation of survivor-centered programs designed to address the needs of vulnerable women, children, and families.
Her responsibilities include facilitating community outreach, supporting local stakeholder engagement, and helping advance the Foundation’s long-term development plans, including the proposed Wellfiks Recovery Center in Jérémie, Haiti.
Working collaboratively with the Foundation’s leadership and program teams, she contributes to building sustainable community connections and promoting initiatives that prioritize survivor protection, dignity, education, and empowerment.
Through her commitment to community engagement, Marie Georges Berlyne Felix supports Wellfiks Foundation’s vision of creating meaningful opportunities for healing, recovery, and lasting social impact in Haiti.
Rose Melissa Blanc supports Wellfiks Foundation’s mission through the development of mental health, wellness, and trauma-informed support initiatives designed to promote healing, dignity, and emotional well-being.
In her role, she contributes to the planning of survivor-centered mental health programs, the development of wellness strategies, and the promotion of appropriate standards for compassionate and ethical care.
Her responsibilities include supporting mental health awareness, strengthening collaboration with qualified healthcare and behavioral health professionals, and contributing to the development of quality and safeguarding practices across the Foundation’s proposed recovery initiatives.
Working alongside the Foundation’s leadership and program teams, she supports the long-term vision of establishing comprehensive recovery services that recognize the emotional, psychological, and social needs of survivors.
Through her involvement, Rose Melissa Blanc contributes to Wellfiks Foundation’s commitment to creating safe, supportive environments where individuals affected by trauma can access appropriate resources and pursue meaningful pathways toward healing and recovery.
Gregory Buteau
Director of Institutional Development & Operations
Gregory Buteau supports Wellfiks Foundation’s mission by contributing to community engagement, outreach initiatives, and the development of meaningful relationships with individuals and local organizations.
In his role, he helps coordinate community activities, supports awareness campaigns, and contributes to initiatives focused on survivor advocacy, education, and empowerment.
His responsibilities include assisting with event coordination, strengthening community participation, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and supporting the Foundation’s efforts to connect vulnerable individuals with appropriate resources.
Working alongside the Foundation’s leadership and program teams, Gregory contributes to the development of inclusive, community-centered initiatives that promote dignity, compassion, and social responsibility.
Through his involvement, he supports Wellfiks Foundation’s commitment to building stronger communities and creating meaningful opportunities for healing, connection, and lasting positive change.
Rosevalande Jeune
Director of Communications & Public Relations
Rosevalande Jeune contributes to Wellfiks Foundation’s mission by supporting survivor representation, community engagement, and the promotion of dignity, inclusion, and empowerment.
In her role, she helps ensure that survivor perspectives and community needs remain central to the Foundation’s programs, advocacy initiatives, and long-term development strategies.
Her responsibilities include encouraging meaningful community participation, supporting survivor-centered awareness initiatives, and contributing to the development of inclusive approaches that respect individual experiences, confidentiality, and personal choice.
Working alongside the Founder, leadership team, and community partners, Rosevalande supports initiatives designed to amplify underrepresented voices, strengthen community connections, and promote greater awareness of survivor rights and available resources.
Through her commitment to representation and advocacy, she contributes to Wellfiks Foundation’s vision of building a compassionate environment where survivors are heard, respected, and empowered to pursue healing and independence.
Marie Kemlyne Felix
Director of International Advocacy & Community Partnerships — Haiti & Massachusetts
Marie Kemlyne Felix contributes to Wellfiks Foundation’s mission by supporting strategic communications, public awareness, advocacy, and the development of international relationships that advance survivor dignity, protection, and empowerment.
In her role, she helps strengthen the Foundation’s public presence, communicate its humanitarian vision, and promote initiatives that raise awareness about sexual violence, trauma recovery, women’s rights, and social justice.
Her responsibilities include supporting communication strategies, coordinating awareness campaigns, strengthening media and community engagement, and contributing to the development of relationships with humanitarian organizations, institutional partners, and international advocacy networks.
Working alongside the Founder and leadership team, Marie Kemlyne supports efforts to increase the Foundation’s visibility, encourage meaningful collaboration, and communicate the importance of survivor-centered recovery initiatives in Haiti, the United States, and beyond.
Through her commitment to advocacy and international engagement, she contributes to Wellfiks Foundation’s vision of building a global community where survivors are heard, respected, protected, and empowered to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
