Eugenia Charles

Host and Executive Producer, Konbit Lakay

Eugenia Charles is the Host and Executive Producer of Konbit Lakay, WPFW 89.3 FM’s long-running Haitian public affairs, socio-political, and cultural program. A dedicated political analyst and community organizer, Eugenia uses her platform to promote informed dialogue on immigration, human rights, and issues affecting underserved communities. Her commitment to the airwaves is guided by the mantra, "Education is Power," as she strives to provide an independent platform where overlooked voices can discuss complex issues with depth and honesty.

Eugenia’s journey with WPFW began in 2001, and she joined the Konbit Lakay team in 2002 to help educate listeners about the Haitian diaspora. She stepped into her current leadership role in 2017, continuing the program's more than 40-year legacy of public service. Beyond the studio, she serves as the Executive Director of Fondasyon Mapou and is a co-editor of the book Let Haiti Live: Unjust U.S. Policies Towards Its Oldest Neighbor.

Her dedication to advocacy and legal analysis is furthered by her pursuit of a Juris Doctor degree. Eugenia’s service to the community has been recognized with the "Haiti Freedom for All" plaque, honoring her outstanding contributions to the Haitian people's struggle for democracy. Through Konbit Lakay, she continues to educate and empower listeners across the Washington metropolitan region and beyond.