Williams Faces Off for City Council Speaker with Assistance from the Helping with This Mega Rebuild- United Nations Development Ing Effort

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By Bert Wilkinson to rebuild affected nations from They know very well that the international community. no Caribbean government has For the two-day meeting, the kind of money to lend or the World Bank, the Interna- Halloween treat donate to any of the string of tional Monetary Fund, west- regional countries which were ern donor nations, including Pediatric patient Amare Elize, 6, with Marsha Page of Marsha’s Makeovers, receives pulverized an unusually strong the United States, and some a Halloween makeover at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County.See story on Page 2017 hurricane season so lead- of the wealthier countries in 28. NYC Health + Hospitals / Kings County ers have approached the inter- the Middle East are expected national donor community for to attend Granderson said. In help in rebuilding devastated fact he says, the conference is nations. open to anyone interested in Williams faces off for city council speaker With assistance from the helping with this mega rebuild- United Nations Development ing effort. Program (UNDP) and western But even as the region pre- By Nelson A. King collaborative, and the right Williams said he is “the donor nations, regional leaders pares for the watershed confer- Brooklyn Council Mem- person for what we need right perfect example of being and high officials will travel to ence, officials are making it ber Jumaane D. Williams on now.” independent, being strong, the United Nations headquar- clear that it will not be business Wednesday faced off with On the council’s relation- being not afraid to push, and ters in New York for a two-day as usual as monies raised from seven other candidates at ship to the mayor and the also being productive,” stat- international conference aimed this effort are not simply to be the New York Athletic Club council’s ability to move dif- ing that he has the most bills at raising billions in mostly used to rebuild the battered in Midtown in the first pub- ficult bills forward, Williams passed of all of the mem- grant aid to help Dominica and infrastructure in the islands, lic forum in the race for city said: “I do not think that we bers of the council, except Barbuda rebuild especially in but to do so in a manner that council speaker. have yet reached our poten- the speaker. the coming months. The con- would ensure state and pri- Williams, who represents tial as a body. What I would “I’ve been able to accom- ference starts on Nov. 21. vate properties, airports, water the 45th Council District in like to do is build on what plish that because you push Colin Granderson, assist- systems and other utilities are Brooklyn, and the other can- this speaker has been able to when you need to, and you ant secretary general of the able to withstand strong storms didates discussed a wide range accomplish. pull back when you need to, 15-nation grouping of coun- going forward. of issues facing the city. “And from what I hear from and that’s what leadership is,” tries, said this week that This is so because authori- “We are at a time where you my colleagues, really push he said. “As a leader, you have resources for such a task would ties are growing tired of having need leadership that’s going this council to be that inde- to know how to get things obviously be hard to come by in to find hundreds of millions to be bold,” said Williams, the pendent voice that we know done. But you can’t shirk the region so governments will almost each year to replace son of Grenadian immigrants, we can be and that the city the courage that you need to be pinning great hopes on rais- systems. The best thing to do, adding he was “battle-tested, expects us to be,” he added. push forward.” ing the kind of money needed Continued on Page 8

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2 Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 BQ Vincentian prime minister: ‘Much to celebrate,

United States Secretary of State despite challenges’ Rex W. Tillerson Associated Press / Richard Drew By Nelson A. King In extending greetings and congratulations to Vincentians in the Diaspora, US praise on the occasion of the country’s 38th anniversary of political independence, Prime Minister Dr. Ralph E. Gonsalves SVG on said “it is evident that we have much to celebrate, despite challenges.” “Almighty God has spared us the independence ravages of hurricanes and storms, and made it possible for us to come to the assistance of our neighbors who have anniversary been affected by recent catastrophic weather events,” said Gonsalves in his remarks, read in part on Sunday by By Nelson A. King New York Consul General Howie Prince The Trump administration in the Unit- at a gala Independence Luncheon Sun- ed States has congratulated St. Vincent day at Grand Prospect Hall in Brook- and the Grenadines on its 38th year of lyn, organized by the Brooklyn-based political independence from Great Brit- umbrella Vincentian group, Council of ain. St. Vincent and the Grenadines Organi- “On behalf of the United States, we zations, U.S.A., Inc. (COSAGO). offer our best wishes to the people of “We pledge to support in any way St. Vincent and the Grenadines as you possible, and continue to pray for their celebrate 38 years of independence,” said safe-keeping and rapid recovery from United States Secretary of State Rex W. the devastating losses occasioned by Tillerson in a statement on Friday, St. Vin- these severe weather events, which cent and the Grenadines Independence serve as stark reminders of our vul- Anniversary Day. nerability as Small Island Developing “The United States enjoys our partner- States, whose developmental gains can ship with the people of St. Vincent and be reversed or obliterated by a single the Grenadines in advocating democrat- natural disaster,” he added. ic principles, economic opportunity and Stating that nationals must be ever regional security cooperation,” he added. grateful to God for his faithfulness, the Ralph Gonsalves, prime minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, ad- “Today we celebrate our strong people- prime minister urged that they do so dresses the 71st session of the United Nations General Assembly, at U.N. to-people connections and look forward by celebrating this anniversary “with headquarters, Friday, Sept. 23, 2016. Associated Press / Craig Ruttle, File to working together towards shared goals a special sense of gratitude and humil- stated in Caribbean 2020, for a more ity, and by acknowledging the achieve- secure and prosperous future,” Tillerson ments, which have been made possible potential and to excel.” up “new and exciting possibilities in continued. “We wish the people of St. only through His grace.” He said Kingstown is also commit- the areas of transportation, tourism Vincent and the Grenadines a happy Inde- He said that among the nation’s most ted to the goal of engaging all citizens and trade,” adding that “our citizenry is pendence Day celebration, with peace and notable successes are the accomplish- in the “conceptualization, articulation keenly attuned to this fact.” prosperity throughout the year to come. ments of young people, “who continue and implementation of this country’s In essence, Gonsalves said the inter- As Vincentians in the US Diaspora to shine and to make us proud. development agenda. national airport “symbolizes the value continue to celebrate their 38th year of “Their achievements in areas such “Our people-centered post-independ- we place on our unique culture and political independence, Ambassador to as academics, sports and culture are ence narrative encapsulates the concrete heritage and, equally, on our connec- the United Nations, I. Rhonda King, noted deserving of special mention,” said and tangible, and the metaphorical and tions to the rest of the world, and the “just a few” of the country’s “recent bless- Gonsalves, adding that they are “dem- symbolic,” he said. “It is reflected in, opportunities to participate actively and ings,” urging her compatriots to join her onstrated in the results recorded in this among many other things, the empha- on an equal footing with our regional in giving thanks in the process. year’s sitting of the regional examina- sis placed on programs aimed at the and international partners.” In addressing an Ecumenical Service of tions at the various levels.” advancement of all nationals and, also, As Vincentians celebrate and con- Thanksgiving at The Church of St. Mark’s Among these, he said, is the “historic on the execution of projects of great tinue to chart the course of their devel- Episcopal in the Crown Heights section feat” of the top performers at the Carib- value and significance, which express opment, the prime minister urged that of Brooklyn, New York, organized by the bean Advanced Proficiency Examina- our national pride and identity.” nationals “be wise in the conduct and umbrella Vincentian group in the United tions (CAPE), three of whom tied for Gonsalves pointed out that the management of our affairs, wary of any States, Council of St. Vincent and the Gren- first place and for the Prime Minister’s Argyle International Airport is one such attempt to distract and divide us, and adines Organizations, U.S.A., Inc., (COS- Award, noting that the “feat” is “worthy project, stating that the completion united in our efforts to improve condi- AGO) – King said that, while “it is often of special mention.” of which is “representative of the will tions for ourselves, our loved ones and man’s practice to focus on what is wrong, to The Vincentian leader said his admin- and tenacity of our people in the face our fellow nationals. lament what he lacks, to brood over the dis- istration remains “firmly committed to of great odds, including the prevailing “Let us, too, stand firm in our on- tance he has yet to go,” the Holy Scriptures, sourcing, creating and providing oppor- global economic conditions during the going fight against those who have however, “tell us in everything give thanks; tunities for all our citizens, including entire period of construction.” chosen crime as a way of life,” he said for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” our young people, to achieve their full He said improved air access opens without elaboration. 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Caribbean The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is projecting that the growth in the tourism dependent economies in some Caribbean countries in 2017-2018 to be 2.4 percent, up from 2.1 percent last year. In a report titled “Latin America and the Caribbean” the Washington-based financial institution said the baseline projections reflect data available before the impact of Hurri- canes Harvey, Irma and Maria, which hit the Caribbean recently. It said that the data do not therefore, reflect the devastating impact of these three hurricanes on several countries in the region and the risk they pose to their growth outlook, at least in the short term. But in the report, the IMF noted that for commodity exporters, growth is pro- jected to rise in 2017-2018 to 1.3 percent, from 3.3 percent in 2016. It said that in several cases, weather swings and hurricanes are expected to take a toll on overall growth this year, Slay cancer drive including Antigua and Barbuda, Domi- nica, St. Kitts and Nevis and Haiti, which The full-scale event was entertaining and informative for guests to learn about cancer, and raise money for the Caribbean. See story is still rebuilding from the effects of Hur- on Page 38. Spiceklyn ricane Matthew in October 2016.

Antigua dependency on government’s subvention Workers Union (PWU) Brian Grimes World Bank States Forum at the head- The Antigua and Barbuda govern- as it begins reorganizing for down-sized said the next time around the strike quarters of the World Bank in Washing- ment said it wants to re-negotiate a operations. action will be much more impactful ton D.C recently. US$40 million World Bank loan which Guysoco deputy chief executive offic- based on strategic changes that will be Shaw said that his large investment is was approved for re-building Barbuda er, Paul Bhim said profitability at the end made going forward. not a loan from the bank or the IMF but which was devastated by Hurricane Irma of 2020 may not be. Grimes warned that the unions are direct investment in Jamaica from the last month. “What we are looking to do is to not prepared to accept government’s private sector and overseas investors. Prime Minister Gaston Browne said become cash positive. By 2020 we are officer of a $650 figure for the structural He noted that the government is on the terms and conditions of the loan hoping to stop our dependence on gov- adjustment period. a drive to move Jamaica forward by were not in the best interest of the ernment for these subventions we’ve Recently, the Techni- attracting large investments into the island. been asking for,” he said. cal and Allied Workers country, which is one engine to spur the He said the term is The government has provided finan- Union (TAWU) and the economy. too short for $40 mil- cial support to Guysoco to the tune PWU both announced The finance min- lion and “we have asked of Guy$32 billion over plans for the industrial action over the ister told participants them to reconsider and the last three years and failure to pay compensation for workers that the government perhaps consider up to 20 years with a is still expected to con- during the period when the island was has targeted a series of five-year moratorium.” tinue providing funds implementing an International Mon- infrastructure development projects that Browne said his government was also to the sugar company. etary Fund (IMF) sanctioned package. will drive the economy towards growth. seeking to get the World Bank to reduce However, Bhim said The workers then walked off their These include reopening of the Alpart the interest rate from the 3.5 percent to Guysoco will be relying on value-added jobs recently. alumina plant with an investment of four percent to one percent. sugar productions to achieve its cash The unions had originally sought more than US$3 billion to expand the The prime minister said the loans neutrality target. EC$2,000 as a one-off payment for the facility, divestment of the country’s main would be for funding projects for the He said at the Albion Estate will focus period 2013 / 2016, but reduced their container terminal, construction of the rehabilitation of Barbuda that was on bulk sugar, plantation white sugar, demand to EC$1,500 after they accepted North-South Highway and the redevel- declared inhabitable following the pas- co-generation, and molasses. a payment of EC$1,000 earlier this year opment of downtown Kingston. sage of the Category 5 storm last Sep- Guysuco is also hoping to supply the with an assurance from the Keith Mitch- Shaw said that Jamaica intends to tember. local market which consumes approxi- ell government of a possible increase in work with the World Bank and other He said the funds would also be mately 20,000 tons of bagged and pack- July. multinational agencies to develop the going into non-revenue earning projects aged sugar country’s human capacities and capital adding that US$100 million would be Jamaica to grow the economy. required to rebuild Barbuda. Grenada The Jamaica government will soon Public workers in Grenada have ended see an injection of more than US$20 bil- St. Lucia Guyana their two-day strike in support of their lion of new investments that will help A poll conducted by the Barbados- The cash-strapped state-owned Guy- union’s demand for the government to drive the economy and increase job based Caribbean Development Research ana Sugar Corporation (Guysoco) said to conclude negotiations for the 2013- creation. This was revealed by Finance Services (Cadres) has found that most it plans to be profitable by 2020 as it 2016. Minister Audley Shaw while addressing St. Lucians are either in support or par- is undertaking measures to reduce its Public relations officer of the Public an International Monetary Fund (IMF) Continued on Page 16

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Q Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 5 United Nations begins new, smaller mission in Haiti

By Alexandra Simon tutions, especially the Haitian tation and abuse by United Last month the United National Police,” said Sophie Nations personnel is a top Nations (UN) officially ended Boutaud de la Combe. priority for the new Mission their Haiti stabilization mission With the presence of peace- (MINUJUSTH) — we have a MINUSTAH after more than a keepers in the country, the particular duty of care towards decade, and officially launched United Nations has been able the people we serve,” she said. a new and smaller operation to assist Haiti with security, “Every allegation we receive is — the United Nations Mission and a series of natural disas- a stark reminder that we must for Justice Support in Haiti ters such as the 2010 earth- redouble our efforts made to (MINUJUSTH) that effectively quake and Hurricane Matthew eliminate this scourge.” started on Oct. 16. in 2016, according to Boutaud To further implement this Earlier this year, the UN de la Combe. And the result initiative, the United Nations Security Council announced of that is a strong relationship has instituted a three-pronged that the 13-year-old mission between the global organiza- strategy aimed at eliminating was ending, and was being tion and the country. all sexual abuse crimes and replaced with the small-scale “Even after MINUSTAH enforcing their zero tolerance force. That new quest will departs, the United Nations’ policy, added Boutaud de la keep peacekeepers in Haiti for partnership with the govern- Combe. another six months until April ment of Haiti and its people Last year, the UN’s then Sec- 15, 2018, which is expected to for the betterment of the coun- retary General Ban Ki-moon reduce soldiers over the next try as a whole will continue apologized to the Haitian peo- two years. Now that the old through the MINUJUSTH and ple for their lack of effort in and controversial mission is the 19 United Nations agencies, preventing the spread of chol- Brazilian peacekeepers patroling Port-au-Prince during terminated, and a new and funds, and programs present in era. Today, small strides have Hurricane Matthew in October 2016. The United Nations improved one taking lead, the the country,” she added. been made but their multi-mil- ended their 13-year stabilization effort, for a new mission to United Nations long-term goals But the United Nations’ pres- lion dollar budget to fight the assist Haiti’s police force. United Nations / Igor Rugwiza improved Haiti, said a UN chief ence in Haiti has been mired water-borne illness still needs communications officer. in controversy, with mounting funding to eradicate it. “Since the establishment allegations about peacekeeper “The downward trend new United Nations approach And even with mixed reac- of MINUSTAH in 2004, Haiti misconduct that include sex- achieved in late 2016 and early will continue supporting the tions from Haitians in Haiti and the Mission registered the ual abuse, bribery, and bring- 2017 is an opportunity to take national authorities aimed at and abroad about the United accomplishment of several suc- ing cholera. Under the current a big step towards the elim- reinforcing the resilience of Nations, representatives are cesses, particularly in the sta- mission, officials say address- ination in 2017, but only if the population with a collec- confident that there is an over- bilization of the security envi- ing this issue is their main funding is available and the tive support, since it is through all sense of safety many Hai- ronment, democracy, and the focus. response is intensified,” said collective effort that cholera tians have in regards to peace- strengthening of Haitian insti- “Addressing sexual exploi- Boutaud de la Combe. “The can be defeated.” keepers. DERMATOLOGY .FEJDBM $PTNFUJD4VSHJDBM Alan Kling, MD (Board-Certiﬁed Dermatologist) -FOFMMF%BOJFMT+FSPNF /1t"SUFN1JOLIBTPW 1" Acne Hair loss Eczema Cysts Spider veins Skin allergies Warts Genital warts Blemishes Moles White & dark spots Scalp conditions Nail problems Rashes Keloids STD’s Psoriasis Complexion Herpes HPV infections problems Fungal conditions

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BQ Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 7 Aid talks New app for business The Southeast Queens Chamber of of Commerce. Continued from Page 1 Commerce is launching their new app, Representatives from the US Citizen- Million $ Mindset — Connexions, at a ship and Immigration Services will be they say, is to plan properly and rebuild business expo aiming to create new mil- making a special stop at the business resilient systems as category five storms lionaires out of small business owners. luncheon to discuss ways of hiring, rather now appear to be the norm. The app can be downloaded free of charge than marrying, to obtain a green card. “We have to look at things like whether from the Apple Store and Google Play- A Google trained specialist will be it makes more sense, for example, to store. teaching business owners how to share run your power lines underground rather “It’s about presenting opportunities their stories with video, as a means to than overhead, ensure private homes are for advancement, innovation, technologi- growing their small businesses. There built to codes. Climate change mitigation cal support and sharing strategies for will be an exciting and hopefully lucrative and adaptation efforts are important. But Ambassador Colin Granderson. success, “said Rev. Simone Lord, the pres- opportunity to learn how to create, launch to rebuild better, It will cost more money http://caricom.org/ ident of the Southeast Queens Chamber and market an app for one’s business. than before so that is why we are holding this conference,” Granderson said. In fact he said, Dominica among, has to 230 miles per hour. Others hit but not already offered itself to be ”the first cli- as badly were some of the southernmost Call for lifting US embargo against Cuba mate resilient country in the world” by islands in the Bahamas chain, Haiti, St. completely overhauling its infrastructure Kitts and Nevis and Anguilla. By Nelson A. King take the necessary steps to repeal or rather than rebuild using current meth- Officials say they have no plan to The United Nations General invalidate them as soon as possible,” ods. Early indications about how much ignore the fact that associate members Assembly on Wednesday adopted a the resolution adds. is needed in Dominica has already topped like the Turks and Caicos Islands and the resolution underlining the need to The resolution enjoyed favorable the $2B mark and officials in Antigua and British Virgin Islands, had also suffered end the economic, commercial and votes from 191 of the 193 UN Member Barbuda are already talking about the serious damage. financial embargo imposed by the States. The United States and Israel need to find in excess of $200M to restore Additionally, the region also has an United States against Cuba. opposed the text. life. Granderson said a full and profession- interest in most of the other storm-hit In the resolution, the Assembly Last year, these two countries, for al assessment is currently underway. The nations because of the large populations reiterated its call to all UN Member the first time in the 25-year history full impact will be known in the coming of CARICOM nationals from the bloc States to “refrain from promulgating of the annual review of the issue, days, definitely before the conference. living in places like Dutch St. Maarten, and applying laws and measures not abstained in the vote rather than Hurricanes Irma and Maria pounded French Saint Martin and the United conforming with their obligations rejecting the text. the region in September killing more than States Virgin Islands. Hundreds were under the UN Charter and interna- Noting of the steps taken by the 50 people and causing billions in damage. given free flights back home in the days tional law, which reaffirm freedom of then Obama administration towards Barbuda’s population of about 1,600 was after the storms. Hundreds of nationals, trade and navigation.” modifying some aspects of the completely evacuated to Antigua. As like mostly university students are also living The Assembly “once again urges implementation of the embargo, the Dominica, more than 90 percent of the in Cuba which itself had suffered major States that have and continue to Assembly deemed such steps “posi- buildings were destroyed by winds of up damage from the storms. apply such laws and measures to tive, [but] still limited in scope.”

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Q Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 9 LETTERS OP-EDS Deferred Action for Historic resolution on women Childhood Arrivals and peacekeeping remains and globalization mostly unimplemented

By Hector E. Garcia gram. DACA makes individuals, By Ambassador Anwarul there four areas where Millions of middle class who were brought before age 16 K. Chowdhury There are no greater progress was possi- Americans, mostly in rural by adult undocumented immi- Ambassador Anwarul better ways to ble during the last 17 years: areas, are feeling cornered by grants, eligible for a work per- K. Chowdhury, former UN get country level One, in real terms, the overwhelming forces of mit and not be subject to depor- Under-Secretary-General, is commitment to National Action Plan (NAP) globalization. Their employ- tation during 2-year renewable internationally recognized implement 1325 is the engine that would ment was displaced by auto- periods. DACA requires benefi- as the initiator of the UN speed up the implementa- mation, international competi- ciaries be in school or have a Security Council resolution other than the tion of 1325. It should be tion and corporations’ transfer HS degree, a record free of seri- 1325 when he was President NAPs. also underscored that all of jobs to other nations with ous misdemeanors and felonies of the Security Council in countries are obligated as lesser production costs and or be honorably discharged March 2000 per decisions of the Secu- more flexible laws. Many of from armed forces. Approxi- UNITED NATIONS, Oct. ment in structuring peace rity Council to prepare the these Americans express a vis- mately 800,000 DACA applica- 30, 2017 (IPS) — At the 26 and in post-conflict archi- NAP whether they are in a ceral anger towards anything tions have been approved; orig- October launch of GNWP’s tecture. so-called conflict situation international and desperately inal estimate by Pew Research (Global Network of Women We need to understand or not. So far, only 68 out reach for national isolation and Center of eligible applicants Peacebuilders) manual “No that 1325 by itself envis- of 193 UN Member States solutions that would save them was 1.7 million. Money, No NAP” on dedi- ages a broad-based concep- have prepared their plans — from people who don’t look and It seems wise to consider cated budgetary allocation tual transformation of the what a dismal record after speak like them. some of the origins of the sur- to fund the implementation existing international poli- 17 years. Some leaders have convinced rounding circumstances and of the 1325 National Action cies and practices that make There are no better ways them that they are victims of potential consequences of this Plans, Executive Director women insecure and deny to get country level com- sinister foreigners who ridicule decision. of UN Women Phumzile their equality of participa- mitment to implement 1325 American good will and naive- Most of the persons who Mlambo-Ngcuka character- tion, basically as a result of other than the NAPs. I believe te in international agreements, entered the U.S. without immi- ized UNSCR 1325 as the the Security Council’s sup- very strongly that only NAPs which are unfair to the U.S. gration documents since the most unimplemented reso- port of the existing mili- can hold the governments Those leaders claim that crimi- surge that followed the 1994 lution of the UN Security tarized inter-state security accountable. There needs to nals who have crossed the bor- launching of the North Amer- Council. arrangements. be an increased and pro- der illegally are responsible not ican Free Trade Agreements Representing the UN Sec- I am referring to the active engagement of the only for loss of jobs but also for (NAFTA) are from Mexico. retary-General, his Chef de concept of security based UN secretariat leadership to rape, murder and unprecedent- Their acceptance of the risks Cabinet Maria Luiza Ribi- on current strategic power get a meaningfully bigger ed addiction to drugs among involved was an act of despera- ero Viotti said at the Secu- structures rather than on number of NAPs. Americans. tion not unlike the despera- rity Council Open Debate human security which high- Two, I would say that Fear over declining income, tion experienced by Americans on Women and Peace and lights the security of the special attention should be increase of joblessness and vio- today. Security on 27 October that people. That change itself given to building awareness lence make people suscepti- They were hit by the forces “…seventeen years since the remains very distant. and sensitivity as well as ble to lash out at anyone with of globalization even before passage of resolution 1325, Here I would mention training of the senior offi- whom they are unfamiliar. The NAFTA was signed. The Mexi- our own implementation enthusiastically a dedi- cials within the UN system federal program DACA founded can government rolled out the remains too often ad hoc. cated woman, Peace and as a whole with regard to in 2012 is perceived to benefit red carpet to foreign investors While there is a clear rec- Security Program which 1325. That will create a such “others.” excited over NAFTA’s promise ognition of the relationship was launched last week foundational culture of rec- Consequently, many believe by pulling the rug from under between gender equality, at New York’s prestigious ognizing women’s equality they should pressure President millions of poor families sur- women’s participation and Columbia University. Led by of participation as essential. Trump to eliminate the pro- Continued on Page 20 stability and resilience, too 2011 Nobel Peace Laureate Three, another missing little is being done to opera- dynamic Leymah Gbowee, element is a greater, regular, tionalize this understand- this Program has identi- genuine and participatory ing.” fied all the key areas which involvement of civil society I agree with both of them need special attention, par- in implementing 1325 both in a big way particularly ticularly emphasizing the at national and global levels. bearing in mind that adop- human security dimension We should not forget that Founded 1990 • Published by Community News Group tion of 1325 opened a much- and grassroots level expe- when civil society is margin- Corporate Headquarters: One Metrotech Center North, Suite 1001, Brooklyn, NY 11201 awaited door of opportunity riences in WPS agenda. 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10 Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 BQ Phone rings again for still grieving mom

Jean Griffith-Sandifford will never forget the phone calls she Inside Life received late Dec. 19, 1986. They were relentless contin- By Vinette K. Pryce uing through Dec. 20 inform- ing her of the brutal murder of Michael, her 23-year-old Black intruders. Armed with lowed her to and from hospi- son who was killed in Howard bats and other potential instru- tals, to the Kew Gardens court- Beach. ments of destruction they house etc. Michael and passengers — answered the call to action The racist tale made nation- Timothy Grimes and Cedric with pursuit to find the men. al news and became topical Sandifford were driving Grimes managed to elude on the leading talk shows of through the Queens neigh- the bat-wielding racists. the era with hour-long analyses borhood Beach when their car Sandifford, a native of Guy- on the Phil Donahue, Oprah broke down. ana was pummeled with an Winfrey, Geraldo Rivera shows In an attempt to get the iron pipe. about the state of racism in vehicle moving they walked And although Michael ran America. to find a service station. They for his life, in desperate attempt Director Spike Lee even ded- stopped at a pizzeria and there to elude the predators he raced icated his 1989 “Do The Right From left, Jean Grifﬁ th, Assemblywoman Annette Robinson, a tragedy unfolded. into traffic along the Belt Park- Thing” movie to the memory Vinette K. Pryce, Herb Boyd, juror Nina Krauss, DA Charles Reportedly, simultaneous to way. of Michael Griffith. Hynes at 25th anniversary of Michael Grifﬁ th’s death. that event a birthday party in Jean, Griffith’s mother was According to Griffith’s moth- Vinette K. Pryce the same community invited spared from seeing his man- er, activist Sonny Carson was teenagers for a good time. The gled body. first to visit her home. revelry was diverted when an Her eldest son Christopher He vowed to protest the kill- New York Times. More poignant was that she 18-year-old Jonathan Lester took charge opting to boldly ing and called for a “day of out- Numerous news outlets fol- also said she had long forgiven sounded an alarm to his friends identify the body of his beloved rage” to highlight the plight of lowed. the teenager who incited a mob that “niggers are on the boul- brother. Blacks in New York City. They all informed her that to cause the death of her son. evard.” From that fated December Last Monday, Oct. 23, Lester had killed himself. It is the same forgiving Court records revealed Lest- date, Jean’s phone rang inces- Michael Griffith’s mom, Jean “I hope he will rest in peace,” response she gave after the er also shouted “kill the nig- santly. said her phone rang with the she said. incident, throughout the trial gers.” Media outlets all but camped same urgency as it did 31 years The still grieving mother and during these past 31 years. More than a dozen partying outside Griffith’s home and ago. added that she would pray for A devout Christian, Jean has teens piled into cars to find the church — some reporters fol- The first call came from the Lester’s family. Continued on Page 36

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Continued from Page 10 U.S. taxpayers have already invested viving through small plots of land. A in these young people. The latter are system called “ejido,” created to prevent leading productive lives and represent a concentration of land ownership after resource to address the country’s huge the Mexican 1910 revolution, had a sim- socioeconomic challenges. ilar intent as the U.S. Homestead Acts. Xenophobic and ethnocentric nations In witty maneuver, President Salinas such as North Korea are subject to pre- made it possible for foreigners to buy carious economic uncertainty. Main- the land of survival farmers. Later, corn taining a nation “untainted” by people farmers were put out of business by of other colors and cultures is a formula American corn sold to Mexico at below- for economic atrophy not greatness. cost prices allowed by U.S. govern- American exceptional achievements ment subsidies. Both farming groups evolved from following nature’s lesson moved by the millions into Mexican that diversity makes ecosystems flour- !" # cities already suffering from unemploy- ish. Much as some try to homogenize $ % & % " " ment and, eventually, to the wealthiest all that is human, it is reality that deter- % country in the world, risking life, free- mines the outcome. $ % " dom and dignity. Simple optics might convey the mes- & '( Governments and corporations in sage if readers view pictures of Jong-Un’s ) the U.S. and other developed nations troops. They do indeed “shock and awe” " launched globalization. Above cited but is ostentatious and machine-like % Americans and the Mexican poor were power what we want for our children # pawns in a vast international chess and children of those with whom we * +, "% game. Such situations should not be share the suffering inflicted by uncar- surprising; readers only need recall who ing elites? +- " % +. were responsible for 2008 global finan- Diversity is an unavoidable part of " " / cial crisis and who paid the costs. reality. Instead of removing immigrants "%% * The relevant question now is: how on the basis of diversity, we should once ) "% * can we address DACA constructively? and for all manage U.S. immigration % Should children following trusted adults efficiently. 0 into a different nation whose language Hector E. Garcia is published author 1# they don’t understand be penalized for of Clash or Complement of Cultures?: '( " violating a law they ignored? Peace and Productivity in the New Glo- % " In terms of economic self-interest, bal Reality. % ) % #% " 2 3 4# Sustainable peace and development 3 1 / 5 Continued from Page 10 6 7/568 0 to have an information and aware- # .-9 999 3 Four, what role the secretary-general ness raising strategy for 1325 — main- should play? I believe there is a need for streamed in its work — not as an event 3 :% # his genuinely active, dedicated engage- and anniversary oriented publicity. ment in using the moral authority of UN resident coordinators who repre- 3 0 ;9.-< ) the United Nations and the high office sent the SG and the whole UN system at % he occupies for the effective imple- the country level and UN country teams mentation of 1325. Would it not have should assist all national level actors % $ % &4 a strong, positive impact on countries in preparation and implementation of $ 0 &4 for the implementation of 1325 if their national action plans. % % leaders received a formal communica- In short, through implementation of : tion from the S-G suggesting a date for 1325, we want complete and real, prac- #"% submission of respective NAPs? tical, functional, operational equality Implementation of 1325 should be between women and men to end the # seriously taken up in the SG’s UN sys- cycle of all forms of extremism which " % tem-wide coordination mechanism — continue to sabotage humanity’s quest at the next CEB meeting. DPI needs for sustainable peace and development. 2# % < = % " # % The source for news in your neighborhood: # % # %

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BQ Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 23 Barbados gets US$20M for global tourism presence

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She dos, and that the tourism industry The Brooklyn-based Council of St. said that, under her leadership, when has repeatedly experienced cyclical Vincent and the Grenadines Organi- she was president, the group began peaks and valleys in terms of its total zations, U.S.A. Inc. (COSAGO), the collecting and sending gifts annually number of visitors and receipts. umbrella Vincentian group in the Unit- to the Nine Mornings Committee in St. In 2015, the IDB said tourism ed States, on Sunday bestowed its Vincent and the Grenadines during the contributed 12 percent of Barbados’ Independence Honors on community Christmas season. gross domestic product, about 37 worker Ancilla Friday and soccer coach She is “the driving force” behind percent of total employment, and and sports writer Patrick Horne. the organization’s annual walkathon, 60.4 percent of total exports. Friday and Horne received the honor at Marine Park in Brooklyn, to raise The IDB said the loan will finance at a gala Independence Luncheon, at funds for the Vincentian athletes com- the implementation of three compo- Grand Prospect Hall in Brooklyn, com- peting in the prestigious Penn Relays nents linked to tourism development memorating the country’s 38th anni- at the University of Pennsylvania. and governance in Barbados. versary of political independence, for As a member of COSAGO, Friday The first component will finance their “committed efforts and commu- said she represents the Vincentian the development of new tourism ven- nity services over the years,” said Lav- community at Brooklyn Borough Hall ues with an emphasis on “unique- erne McDowald-Thompson, president as a member of the Caribbean Ameri- ly Barbadian cultural and heritage of COSAGO. can Heritage Committee, which spon- assets,” the IDB said. “Thank you, and may the blessings sors the Caribbean American Heritage These include a new Visitor Cen- of the Almighty be always with you, as Ancilla Friday delivers her accep- Day celebration in June each year. tre in Bridgetown’s Old Town Hall you recognize your invaluable contri- tance speech. Photo by Nelson A. King She is also an executive member Building; the enhancement of an butions,” she said. of the Flatlands Civic Association and urban tourist route through historic The honorees also received citations member of the Friends United Block Bridgetown; and improvements to from US Congresswoman Yvette D. — Elise and Everard Horne, both were Association (FUBU) — both Brooklyn. the National Museum at the Garrison Clarke and Brooklyn Borough Presi- public servants — my mother was a In 1999, Friday received the and the Oistins Waterfront. dent Eric Adams. Horne also received nurse and my father a policeman,” he “Dynamic Woman Award” from New The IDB said the second compo- an award from Hairoun Sports Club. said. York State Assemblyman Nick Perry. nent will increase the digital visibili- Friday, vice president and former Under the direction of her father, In 2012, she received the “Women ty and market awareness of Barbados president of the Brooklyn-based group, Friday said she became a member of Celebrating Women” award as a com- as a cultural tourism destination in Club St. Vincent, Inc., said the award St. Paul’s Episcopal (Anglican) Church munity leader from former New York coordination with the private sector. was “bigger than me.” in the Village of Flatbush, Brooklyn, City Council Member, Jamaican-born The third component will fund “My grandmother taught me to do soon after migrating to New York. Dr. Una S. T. Clarke. the design and implementation of a the right thing, to be loyal to God,” She is the current president of the Friday has a bachelor’s degree in new mechanism to select operating she said. “If you’re doing something to Episcopal Church Women (ECW), an Community Health and a master’s airlines to reinforce air connectivity help someone, then your living will not executive member of the Brooklyn degree in Health Administration, and between Barbados and new markets, be in vain.” ECW Archdeaconry Board, Church has worked in the health care industry the IDB said. Horne, an occasional sports writer School teacher, member of the hos- for 30 years. “It is anticipated that this project for Caribbean Life, said that “since pitality committee, head of the Girl She said she now works with pro- will help the government of Barbados ‘giving, offering service to enhance Scouts, and founding member and grams for children and seniors, and “still by increasing the resilience of the lives,’ is always the theme of this annu- chairperson of the St. Paul’s Church, finds time to volunteer” with the Coali- country’s tourism sector, enhancing al affair, there is much to be said about Flatbush Windward Islands Commit- tion of Concerned Medical Professionals the appeal of the Barbados tourism this act of offering service to others. tee. (CCMP), as an advocate for persons with brand, and connecting Barbados with “For me, it started with my parents Friday has been a member of Club little or no health insurance. various new markets,” the IDB said.

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By Tangerine Clarke ful place for you to raise your of Richie Rich Restaurant, who Queens Borough President families, and to visit any religious came from Bangladish, Guyana Melinda Katz on Oct. 24 wel- temple or religious organization, and India, for their outstanding comed a large gathering of the to speak the language you want to contributions to the borough. Hindu community to celebrate speak, and dress the beautiful way Assemlymember David I. the Fourth Annual Diwali Festi- you want to dress from the coun- Weprin, who passed a bill for the val, stating she was honored that try you came from,” said Katz. creation of a postal stamp of the immigrants from different coun- She called Queens a sanctuary Diwali festival, and other politi- tries, come yearly to Borough city, adding ‘we are proud of our cians, brought greetings to the Hall to “allow us to be a small diversity, and likened Diwili to the gathering. apart of this celebration, to honor Jewish holiday that is celebrated Barbara Atherly, Guyana’s the traditions of their parents and around the same time, noting consul general to New York, in their parents’ parents.” that her children celebrate all turn, reflected on the spirit of Katz, told nationals in the the holidays in the public school Diwali, and told celebrants the Helen Marshall Cultural Center system. “It is truly a remarkable festival “must instill in us a posi- — a fitting tribute to the late honor for my children to have.” tive resolve to love life, to love our Borough president of Guyanese “You are always welcome at families, to love our communities parentage — “It is worth repeat- Borough Hall to celebrate the fes- and to love our dear homeland.” ing at this particular time, when tival of lights,” said the politician, Greetings from Consul Gen- immigrants are being verbally who represents the immigrants eral of Bangladesh, Shameem attacked on a national level - that who help to make-up the 2.4 mil- Ahsan and Consul General of people from all over the world lion residents who live in the bor- Nepal, Madhu Kumar Marasini, Elders go through their paces in a dance sequence to cel- make sacrifices and save and to ough. also spoke of the beauty and spirit ebrate Diwali. Photo by Tangerine Clarke bring their families to the Unit- She thanked Guyanese-born, of Diwali. ed States of America, especially Mohamed Hack, and the Diwali Prayers by Pandit Shymal Queens, so they can have a bet- Celebration Committee, among Chakraborty, Pandit Mahesh who rendered Bhajans — musi- ditional Indian attire, made up ter life for their families, the life others, who play a significant role Joshi and Pandit Tilakdharry cal interlude, and cultural dance the packed audience that enjoyed they never dreamed of having for in bringing the festival to the gov- Seerattan, blessed the evening of choreography by American Ban- the festivity, emceed by popu- themselves.” ernment office. colorful performances by Viren- gali Hindu Foundation and oth- lar broadcaster of QPTV and 8K “I am here to say that we would She applauded honorees Dilip dra Banker of the Bruhud NY ers. Radio Imran Ahmad and Moyouri like you to come to Queens, we Nath, Mahadeo Shivraj, a movie- Seniors, and Anuradha Khanna Ladies dressed in beautifully Bhattacharjee of the American have provided a safe and beauti- maker, and Jarnail Singh, owner of the Radha Krishna Govind, decorated Saris and men in tra- Bangali Hindu Foundation.

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BQ Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 27 Barbados finances in peril

By George Alleyne are designed, if achieved, to boost because a private citizen went The Barbados government is the international reserves over to the law courts challenging running out of hard currency, the short term and to bring, not its construction contending that and this new low of reserves necessarily back to the 12-week due process with regard to the has Central Bank Acting Gover- benchmark that we have indi- environment was not followed nor Cleviston Haynes urging the cated is most comfortable for before permission to build was administration to sell something us, but at least to change the granted. in a hurry. trajectory at which the foreign Both transactions were halted From possessing $1.457 bil- exchange is moving.” in 2016 and until government lion (Bds$1 = 50 cents US) at This comment from the act- gets past the hurdles presented, the end of 2012, this country’s ing Central Bank governor while it remains short of the badly foreign reserves have been tum- discussing his organization’s needed US$200 million to boost bling to the point at which there third quarter report released national reserves. is only $549.7 million up to Sept. Tuesday, was in reference to the “That is really our concern 30 this year, the Central Bank administration’s stalled plans to at this point, the pace at which reported Tuesday. sell the state-owned petroleum some of these transactions have Between September 2016 to import and distribution com- been moving,” said Haynes. the same month this year alone, pany, Barbados National Termi- Along with consumption of Barbados Opposition Leader Mia Mottley. the country lost $354 million. nal ltd., for US$100 million; and goods and services the reserves Photo by George Alleyne This reduces the govern- permit a consortium to build a continue to be drained by re- ment’s ability to purchase goods Hyatt Hotel, which would bring payments on international loans and services abroad to only 8.6 in another US$100 million in as they become due. Barbados dollar at half that of Mottley, reacted to this dismal weeks for this island of some fees and licences. On the other hand the tra- the United States. national financial picture and 285,700 people. The interna- The oil company’s sale suf- ditional large foreign exchange This caused the Central Bank said it speaks to Government tional yardstick for government fered a setback when one of the earner, tourism, has passed its to warn, “the Barbadian econ- incompetence and insisted that finances to cover imports, if all bidding parties filed a law suit Winter peak income-earning omy continues to face signifi- all concerned must “call a spade other sources fail, is a minimum challenging the award of the season and the money it earned cant economic challenges. In a spade”. of 12 weeks. sale to another. Some months for the year so far was only a particular, strengthening of the She said Prime Minister Fre- The dire circumstances after that the regulatory body slight increase over that of 2016. international reserves is needed undel Stuart needs to go back to caused Haynes to put some governing the actions of busi- But a dangerously low foreign to ensure that the reserve buffer the electorate. urgency in his advise when he ness entities, Fair Trading Cor- exchange account as the Barba- remains adequate in order to “Put aside false pride; acknowl- said, “there are certain trans- poration, ruled that the sale was dos government now currently protect the fixed exchange rate edge that the vehicle is spiraling actions which the government improper. holds not only puts the nation in peg”. away out of control. The prime wants to undertake, primarily The Hyatt Hotel project a perilous state, but also threat- Leader of the Opposition minister needs to do what is divestment transactions, which has not yet got off the ground ens the continued ranking of the Barbados Labour Party, Mia right by Barbados. ‘Frightful fun’ at Kings County

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BQ Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 31 Dominica; Oct. 2 devastation after Hurricane Maria.; UNDP / Ian King Ending poverty in next 13 years means boosting resilience now

By Jessica Faieta also boost resilience — in all its forms. UNITED NATIONS, Oct 17, 2017 (IPS) This means the capacity to cope with RE-ELECT - This month the world marks two key shocks without major economic, social International Days: for the Eradication and environmental setbacks. of Poverty on Oct. 17 and for Disaster A disaster of natural causes, a finan- Reduction, four days earlier. It is no cial crisis, an economic slowdown or Laurie coincidence that they are profoundly a health problem in the family can all connected. cause people to fall into poverty — Reducing risks related to disasters especially those who barely managed has never been so urgent — and the to leave it behind, as one of our recent Latin America and the Caribbean region UNDP report shows; unless a ‘cushion’ bears witness to this. Seven hurricanes is in place to help absorb the impact, CUMBO have hit the Caribbean in the past five such as social protection systems or months, two of them as category 5, physical assets. FOR CITY COUNCIL causing catastrophic damage, including In this particular moment, it is cru- in island nations that were barely recov- cial to take special notice of what the ering from another massive hurricane Caribbean is experiencing. Two back-to- that struck one year ago. back hurricanes, Irma and Maria, were Also, two earthquakes rocked Mexico the most powerful ever recorded over in September — with almost 5.000 the Atlantic. They forced — for the first FORT GREENE • CLINTON HILL aftershocks — while another powerful time ever — the island of Barbuda to PROSPECT HEIGHTS • CROWN HEIGHTS quake struck Ecuador in April 2016. In evacuate its entire population. addition, both Colombia and Peru suf- These colossal phenomena battered BEDFORD-STUYVESANT fered major landslides in the past eight several Caribbean countries with deadly months. waves and maximum sustained winds The number of children, women and of nearly 300 km/h for up to three full men killed is deeply saddening, espe- days. They decimated Barbuda, Domi- cially in an era in which we have the nica and Saint Maarten, also impacting knowledge to minimize loss of lives due some of the region´s disaster-prepar- to natural events. Yet, we keep experi- edness champions, like Cuba and the VOTE NOV. 7 encing tragedies. Dominican Republic. The fact is that natural disasters do What we have just witnessed is a game not exist. Such phenomena become changer. And it will likely be the new disasters when people, communities norm. That’s why we need urgent action. and societies are vulnerable to them. It’s a fact. Climate change — and This, in turn, translates into losses — of all natural hazards — hit Small Island lives and assets. And the poorest are the Developing States (SIDS) hard, even hardest hit. though these countries haven’t histori- On the one hand, poverty reduces cally contributed to the problem. Hav- people’s capacity to face and recover ing lived and worked in four Caribbean from disasters; on the other hand, dis- countries I have witnessed firsthand how asters also hinder people’s ability to such nations are extremely vulnerable to Paid for by Laurie Cumbo 2017 leave poverty behind. multiple challenges ranging from debt That’s why if the world is to end pov- and unemployment to climate change erty in all its forms by 2030 we must and sea level rise.

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BQ Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 37 Guyanese Girls Rock Foundation launched with fanfare By Tangerine Clarke their support of Guyanese Girls Guyanese Girls Rock Move- Rock, the foundation. ment (GGRM) stepped into the “Remember, when you have spotlight with the launch of a vision, write it down. When Guyanese Girls Rock Foun- Cloyette started her blog for dation during a lavish recep- year ago, she knew she want- tion at Zen Hibachi Lounge ed to launch a foundation, so in Queens. The four-year-old today it is here.” organization proved that it was “On behalf of the New York a force bigger than the stormy City State Senate, and the peo- weather on Oct. 29, attracting ple, we applaud you for the many patrons who showed sup- hard work you have done, and port for the non-profit focused we will work with you as you on igniting passion in Guy- continue this journey,” said anese girls to become the next Sen. Persaud. generation of global leaders. “When we think of a leader, we The red carpet event attend- Senator Roxanne Persaud think of someone who is comed by New York State Senator (left) of the 19th Senate Dis- mitted, someone who has drive Roxanne Persaud and Guyana trict of Brooklyn, presents and someone whose resolve is Founder and President of Consul General to New York, to move things towards a singu- Young author Ayana Willabus recites her inspiring poem Guyanese Girls Rock Foun- Barbara Atherly raised much lar unified purpose — like the “She Believes In Me” at the launch of Guyanese Girls Rock dation, Cloyette Harris- needed funds via its Silent Auc- Guyanese Girls Rock Founda- Foundation. Photos by Tangerine Clarke tion and raffle, to provide lead- Stoute with a citation from tion — breaking conventions ership capabilities in young the New York State Senate. and developing new products women to empower and help and service,” declared Consul a Guyanese woman be applied liance and achievement of Guy- the youth, to reach their full showing people how progres- General Barbara Atherly. positively and let us all commit anese girls and women across potential through enrichment sive we are and how committed The diplomat applauded to our girls who have the right the globe, during her welcome programs, scholarships and we are.” GGRF for its efforts to raise to let their voices heard; to be note. exposure to exceptional female The Senator of the 19th awareness, and educate “our empowered and to take up lead- Young author, Anaya Lee Wal- role models. Senate District in Brooklyn, in young women in confidence ership roles in our community,” labies, cemented the foundation’s Sen. Roxanne Persaud, acknowledging Harris-Stoute, building, leadership skills, added CG Atherly. vision in her poem “She Believes lauded Founder and President an entrepreneur and someone proper etiquette and college Vice President of GGRF, In Me” that said “Women of Harris-Stoute for her vision who continue to inspire women readiness,” noting that women Rhonda Binda, Esq., reiterated courage, you are not a hero but and commitment to launch through her organization, empowerment will ensure equal the importance of the founda- a She-Ro, nothing can stop you the Guyanese Girls Girl Rock offered congratulations and rights. tion’s trust, which is to inspire, but yourself, as I watch your foundation, adding, “we are called on attendees to continue “Let the resilient character of motivate and celebrate the bril- compassion for others.” SVG committed to overcoming threats to social, economic survival By Nelson A. King Basin and as Small Island Devel- ther afield, free of charge, while a process in which the govern- As St. Vincent and the Gren- oping States, are especially vul- paying them a monthly stipend ment is fully engaged to enhance adines celebrates its 38th year nerable and susceptible to the of $1,000.00 during their three- trade and the tourism product,” of political independence, its impact of climate change. year course of study. Gilchrist said. “To complement Ambassador to the United States, “It is a risk to life and limb In addition, she said there this, we have the development Lou-Anne Gilchrist, said the and to livelihoods,” she added. is training for first responders, of our infrastructure, as well as Ralph Gonsalves’ administration “It places us all at risk for loss with special focus on the Argyle incentives for investing in the in Kingstown was committed of property, it is a threat to our International airport, adding service sector.” to “overcoming and neutralizing personal and national security, that the oncology unit is near- She said significant strides the threats to our social and eco- to our prosperity and to our ing completion and the Health are being made in agriculture nomic survival.” economic survival. Alas, we are and Wellness Commission will to advance trade, support liveli- In addressing a gala luncheon vulnerable and are victims of soon be launched. hoods and to increase food secu- Sunday, Oct. at Grand Prospect extremely adverse climatic con- St. Vincent and the Grena- With regard to enhancing rity. dines Ambassador to the Hall in Brooklyn, organized by ditions, to the cause of which United States Lou-Ann Gil- the delivery of patient care, the Gilchrist said the Diaspora the Brooklyn-based Vincentian our region contributes very lit- christ. envoy said the patient’s charter plays a “very important role” umbrella group in the United tle. Photo by Nelson A. King will be released shortly. in the development of St. Vin- States, Council of St. Vincent “For this, and for our eco- She noted that there is also cent and the Grenadines, quot- and the Grenadines Organiza- nomic and social survival, our a modern medical complex and ing from the 2016 Independence tions, U.S.A., Inc. (COSAGO), nation assiduously adheres to smart hospital, with another to Speech by Prime Minister Gon- Gilchrist said the government the principles and pathways laid childhood education services in be established in Chateaubelair salves. is, however, “ever mindful of the out in the 2030 [United Nations] 10 government operated cent- in the northwestern quadrant of “‘Our nation’s progress, myriad challenges which con- Sustainable Development Goals,” ers in previously underserved the country. enhanced prosperity, peace and front us and which, in this 21st she continued. “Worthy of note communities and the strength- Through bilateral partner- sociopolitical stability have been Century, require solutions which is the work being done to build ening of the skills sector, with ships, the envoy said medical achieved largely through our can often be costly, depend on our resilience to storms, such as the award of regional vocation- professionals have been deployed own efforts at home, in concert the formation of elusive strate- the construction of river defens- al qualifications which enable in the country to provide exper- with the considerable assistance gic alliances and which require es, the strengthening and lifting our nationals to be certified, tise in “some critical areas, as of our Diaspora, friendly nations trust, commitment, harmony of the Education Revolution, the so enhancing their economic the thrust of the government is abroad, and supportive institu- and creativity. provision of paid internships and mobility and independence.” to provide affordable, available tions and peoples regionally and “One major challenge is posed job placements to graduates of In the health sector, Gilchrist, comprehensive health care.” globally, and through the abid- by the impact of global warming the SVGCC [St. Vincent and the a former chief education officer With regard to boosting the ing grace and beneficence of a and the attendant scourge of Grenadines Community College] before dispatched to Washing- economy, she said the inaugura- loving God. This combination of climate change,” said Gilchrist, and institutions of higher educa- ton, D.C. as a diplomat, said the tion of the Argyle International a many-sided human effort and who is also Ambassador to the tion, the improvements in equity government continues to train Airport in February is “certainly divine inspiration ensures our Organization of American States and equality of access to educa- nurses for employment at home a boon.” continued upliftment today and (OAS). “We, in the Caribbean tion by the provision of free early and possibly for employment far- “Its further development is beyond,’” she said. 38 Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 BQ Former beauty queen raises cancer awareness By Alexandra Simon It’s a slay day for cancer. A breast-cancer survivor hosted a fun and informative cancer awareness event in Bedford Stuy- vesant on Oct. 29. Former Miss Grenada/USA Deniece Mitchell, organized her “Slay Cancer Sip, Shop, and Fete” event to help inform her community about the invasive disease, and also raise funds for victims of hurricanes Irma and Maria. Crownholders: Mitchell, who “It’s very important for the was the former Miss Grena- young black community because da / USA in 2001 with cur- there’s a face for breast cancer, rent title holder Ebonie Da- and that face is an older white vis. Spiceklyn woman but that’s not the truth,” said Mitchell. To counter this misconcep- the recent hurricanes on the tion, she organized an educa- Caribbean and said she wanted tional and entertaining day-long to use the event as an opportu- event featuring testimony from nity to bring attention to the dire other breast-cancer survivors, needs of the people affected. all-natural and vegan beauty “Recognizing that October is products, healthy food offerings, Breast Cancer Awareness Month prizes, and her slay cancer cloth- and the fact that Caribbean islands ing. have been tremendously impacted She said making the event fun by hurricanes, I wanted to focus was one of the highlights. on my two passions — Breast “I wanted to create an atmos- Cancer Awareness and the Carib- phere that was entertaining but bean aesthetic,” said Mitchell. “It still informative, so people could is especially important to promote pass on the information to their proactive health care especially in Fighting cancer: From left, soca artist Nasilele, organizer Deniece Mitchell, and Dominique friends,” she said. the young African American and Andriese, sporting slay cancer gear at the Slay Cancer Sip, Shop, and Fete at Space 71 in Mitchell noted the impact of Caribbean community.” Bedford-Stuyvesant on Oct. 29. 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Investor Joe Bogdanovich is organizing a big beneﬁ t concert for the people of the Caribbean. Omar Lewis Star-studded relief concert

By Alexandra Simon It’s a uniting moment for the Carib- bean. A forthcoming benefit concert featuring some of the biggest names in reggae, dancehall, and soca is slated for Nov. 22 in Kingston, Jamaica. The Caribbean Love Now Jamathon is hoping to raise money and awareness for ‘PLAISANCE’ countries in the Caribbean hardest hit by last month’s Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The concert will be an opportu-

Continued on Page 50 Fashion show to benefit BVI

By Tangerine Clarke Guyanese born reggae musician Eddy Grant (born Edmond Montague Grant) performs on the stage of the Brooklyn-based Guyanese designer, Stravinski hall during the 42nd Montreux Jazz Festival in Montreux, Switzerland, late Wednesday, July 16, Roger Gary, and New York Fashion 2008. Associated Press / KEYSTONE / Jean-Christophe Bott Week renowned couturiers, Tracy Reese, Zang Toi, Yumi Katsura, Cesar Galiano British Guyana-born performer traces roots will give the British Virgin Islands a big boost, when the designers glam up By Tangerine Clarke The 14-track release, after 11 years ed States, became gold, is no doubt the runway in a titled “Raising Aware- Eddy Grant is a world-renowned of touring the world, includes “Mind thrilled to be in his country of birth, ness and Resources Through Runway singer, producer, songwriter, and the Gap,” “Now We’re All Together,” after images surfaced on social media Retail — a British Virgin Islands Hurri- founder of Ice Records, a recording “I’m The One” and “True to You” — showing “Plaisance” singer with locals cane Relief fundraiser — at 226 W 37th studio in Barbados where mega Carib- an up-beat lyrical composition that in Georgetown restaurants. Street, 4th Fl., Manhattan. bean performers including the Mighty tells the story of the singer’s upbring- The dreadlocked musician left Guy- Terry Donovan, founder of Summer Sparrow, Calypso Rose, David Rud- ing in Guyana. The video for “True to ana to live with his parents in the Unit- Sizzle BVI — a fashion week and life- der and Lord Kitchener recorded hit You” showcases various historic sites ed Kingdom at age 12, later becoming style destination event, and native of records. including the monumental Kaieteur a trailblazer who co-founded “The the BVI, told Caribbean Life, that BVI Just recently, the mega superstar Falls. Equals,” one of the UK’s first mul- Friends and Family will join #BVIRUN- returned to his homeland of Guyana, Grant, who released 13 compilation tiracial pop groups back in the 60’s WATOREALITY, on Thursday, Nov. 9, at to release his new album, “Plaisance” albums and 19 singles, with “Killer on that recorded “Baby Come Back.” He 7:30 pm, to present the multi-designer named for the village on the East Coast the Rampage” reaching number 10 on later became a solo act with breakout pop-up food bazaar, and silent auction. of Demerara where he was born. the Billboard 200 chart in the Unit- Continued on Page 50 Continued on Page 50

BQ Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 49 Fashion show benefit Continued from Page 49 since evolved into a fashion- Cocktails will be served from 6 filled four-day event, which pm to 9 pm. showcases the best that the Some of the items to be auc- islands have to offer. To this TOPOP 10 tioned are designer accessories end, the fashion expert will handbags, shoes, jewelry, as use his passion for fashion to SINGLESNGLES well as hotel, dining and spa rebuild his homeland through packages, Art by model Henry this endeavor. Watkins, and experiential pack- Proceeds will benefit resi- Feel It Still ages for onsite and online auc- dents of the British Virgin 1 Portugal. The Man tion where patrons can bid on Islands devastated by the cata- Attention these items. strophic hurricanes Irma and 2 Charlie Puth Donovan, a high-profile fash- Maria and the BVI Family and ion insider, who has booked Friends NY organization www. 1-800-273-8255 superstars Taraji P. Hanson, 3 bvifamilyandfriendsny.org. Logic Feat. Alessia Cara... Nigel Barker, and Eva Marcille, A donation of $40 will be as emcees for Summer Siz- accepted, by going to https:// Sorry Not Sorry zle in the past, said, as part www.eventbrite.com/e/sum- 4 Demi Lovato of the ticket purchase, guests mer-sizzle-bvi-fashion-for- There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back will be treated to complimen- hurricane-relief-cocktail- 5 Shawn Mendes tary treats in the International party-fashion-show-tick- Pop Up Food Bazaar, featur- ets-38593761981. What About Us 6 ing unique cuisines from res- Donovan would like to thank P!nk taurants, and a complimentary sponsors: Yumi Katsura Show- Thunder drink, (cash bar for all other room, Peonies to Point, Chips 7 Imagine Dragons drinks and treats). Event Design, Lashnoir, Bridal- New York Fashion Week gal, and Alyssa McKenzie Cos- Strip That Down inspired Donovan who cre- metics. 8 Liam Payne Feat. Quavo ated Summer Sizzle BVI in For more information, email: 2009 aimed at promoting the [email protected] or Slow Hands islands. As such, his vision has call 917-449-8736. Designs by Tracy Reece. 9 Niall Horan

What Lovers Do 10 Maroon 5 Feat. SZA Concert Eddie’s new album Continued from Page 49 world. It’s magnificent.” TOPOP 1100 Continued from Page 49 “Guyana is really everything, nity for artists to show solidar- hits “Killer On The Rampage,” I can put Guyana against any ALBUMSBUMS ity, but most importantly bring “Walking On Sunshine” and country in the world — Guy- the dwindling attention back “Paintings of the Soul.” ana means a lot to me because to the region for much needed With mega hits like Elec- it has given me a lot. It’s given Flicker aid, said the concert organizer. tric Avenue, Living on the me my mother, my father, my 1 Niall Horan “In the face of global warm- Front Line and Romancing the family, and a lot of my values. ing, what happened in Barbu- Stone, the iconic 69-year-old And where Guyana has gone Losing Sleep 2 da and particularly Dominica, singer, who owns a sprawling wrong, I also have the right to Chris Young is indeed something to think property on Ringbang Island in say that. Just like if I go wrong Jamaican singer Etana. Super Slimey about and the consequences,” the majestic Essequibo region, somebody has the right to say, VP Records 3 Future & Young Thug said Joe Bogdanovich, a Jamai- said he has always returned to Eddy you’re wrong,” stated the ca-based investor. Guyana through his music. musician. When Was The Last Time “I feel fortunate to be in In an interview with Visit Grant said he always gets 4 Darius Rucker Jamaica where the storm a decade. Tourism will come Guyana Magazine, Grant said a great reception when he didn’t hit us, but at the same back, but they don’t have a after he had written “Gimme walks the streets of Guyana. A Long Way From Your Heart time we have to lookout for big superpower to help them,” Me Hope Jo’anna” lyrics to “Where else in the world can 5 The Turnpike Troubadours our brothers and sisters and said Bogdanovich. “People’s describe apartheid divided you see your superstar, your Beautiful Trauma vice versa — you have to do lives have been turned upside South Africa — he was asked artist on the road?,” asked the 6 P!nk something.” down, especially in Dominica why he didn’t write “Gimme Me multi-instrumentalist. Grant In turn, Bogdanovich decid- and Anguilla. They need us Hope Guyana” and he replied, said he goes to Shant’s Res- Thinking Out Loud ed to reach out to various now — they have no water, “because I know somewhere in taurant to pick up Potato Ball, 7 Young Dolph companies and corporations electricity is scattered, and my heart, Guyana is not a lost Roti Curry, and visits the fruit to mobilize the country to housing, schools, and hospi- cause.” vendors in Bourda Market, The Sin And The Sentence get behind a benefit concert, tals are gone and disease will The master musician, who Stabroek Market and Parika 8 Trivium aimed at raising money and be next, so we need to get produced under his famous Market. Warmer In The Winter goods for hurricane. Some busy.” Carriage House Studios in Describing himself, as hav- 9 Lindsey Stirling of them include Hardware The Jamathon is one of London, Ice Records, and Blue ing the energy of a 19-year- & Lumber, H&L Rapid True those ways to give back. It will Waves, said the time had come old, Grant noted that he has Tell Me You Love Me 10 Value, Usain Bolt’s Tracks & be shown on television chan- to write an entire album spe- been working on his autobi- Demi Lovato Records, RJR Communica- nels across the Caribbean, and cifically about Guyana, adding ography for some time now, tions Group, Jamaica Tourism is going to be streamed online that it took him a while to and added it would be in three Board, and many more. to millions. With Caribbean gather the songs that would parts. He then quipped that Presented by After seeing destruction in music being one of the biggest live together on “Pleasance.” it wouldn’t be sex, drugs and Dominica first-hand, he says cultural exports in the region, He promised to record one rock and roll, because there the island is facing a lot of organizing the concert is one about the Essequibo as well is very little sex and no drugs. wireless challenges that will make example for notable names “because I have seen certain “It will be a manual for living rebuilding a huge struggle. to display and draw support, things about that place that I according to a Guyanese boy “Their recovery might take added Bogdanovich. think makes it special in the from Plaisance,” he added.

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ICC Chief Executive David Richard- BIG GAME son. Associated Press / Saurabh Das Nine-nation Test match By Azad Ali WIN The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled a nine-nation Test championship recently in a bid to pre- serve the five-day format’s status following the rapid growth of Twenty20. The Test league was among several reforms agreed at an International Cricket Council board meeting in New Zealand, Auckland, including revamp- ing the One-Day International (ODI) schedule. ICC Chief Executive David Richard- son said in a statement, “our priority Continued on Page 54 Windies Women’s clean sweep

By Azad Ali West Indies Women made a clean sweep of the three-match Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua last week. Right-hander Deandra Dottin smashed 112 runs off 67 deliveries, Brooklyn Nets center Jarrett Allen, left, guards against Denver Nuggets center Mason Plumlee (24) during including nine fours and five sixes to the ﬁ rst half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017, in New York. Associated Press / Kathy Willens become the first player to score two T20 Internationals hundreds in her career, Murray, Jokic lead Nuggets to 124-111 win over Nets following her maiden one several years ago during the Twenty20 World Cup in the Caribbean. By Michael Scotto Nets 124-111 on Sunday. out and imposed his will on the game The Barbadian century was also her NEW YORK (AP) — After getting a “Before the game this morning and was fantastic for us.” second of the year, coming on the heels pep talk from his coach, Jamal Mur- (Murray) said, ‘Coach right now I’m a Wilson Chandler added 18 points of her unbeaten l04 against Pakistan ray came through with a big game broken arrow,’” Nuggets coach Mike for the Nuggets, who have won two in the Women’s 50-overs World Cup for the Denver Nuggets. Malone said. “I said, ‘No, you’re not. straight games. last July. Murray scored 26 points, Nikola You’re going to be fine. Just stay with Spencer Dinwiddie tied a career- She was voted Player-of-the Match. Jokic had 21 points and 14 rebounds, it. I believe in you and you have to high with 22 points, Rondae Hollis- Dottin got support from Haley Mat- and the Nuggets beat the Brooklyn believe in yourself.’ Tonight, he came Continued on Page 54 Continued on Page 54 BQ Caribbean Life, Nov. 03–Nov. 09, 2017 53 New Test Continued from Page 53 was to develop (a) structure that gave context and meaning across international cricket and particularly in the Test arena.” The Test league will start in 2019 and will see nine teams play six series over two years — three home and three away. It will culminate in a final between the two top teams at Lord’s, England. The ICC has argued for years that a Test championship is needed to boost the format’s popularity as crowds and TV viewers flock to the fast-pace, big-hitting Twenty20 version of the game. It first appointed a committee to examine the concept back in 1998. But the squabbling over formats and fears that some nations will be disadvantaged, have twice stymied efforts to launch a league structure since 2010, the statement said. The statement noted that purists view Test cricket as the pinnacle of the sport but it has struggled, particularly in Asia, as lucrative T20 competitions such as the Indian Pre- mier League have caught the public’s imagination. Clean sweep

Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris (14) tries to strip the ball from Brooklyn Nets guard D’Angelo Russell (1) as Rus- sell dribbles during the ﬁ rst half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017, in New York. Nuggets center Mason Plumlee (24) and Nets center Jarrett Allen (31) watch, right. Associated Press / Kathy Willens DENVER NUGGETS DEFEATS NETS West Indies’ Deandra Dottin throws the bat in delight as they Continued from Page 53 season. this season. “The biggest challenge win against Australia in the ﬁ nal of “It’s just the defensive end, really,” for us is going to be when you have the ICC Women’s World Twenty20 Jefferson had 18 points and Joe Harris Harris said. “You can’t give up 40 a 21-year-old backup point guard and 2016 cricket tournament at Eden tied his season-high with 16 points for points in one quarter. Obviously they a 20-year-old starting point guard, Gardens in Kolkata, India, Sunday, the Nets. got comfortable, came off with a little there are going to be inconsistencies. April 3, 2016. The Nuggets went on a 22-4 run to more energy than we did and that was Can we try to help them and speed up Associated Press / Saurabh Das, File begin the third quarter as Brooklyn the game right there.” their maturation as players? Because missed 10 of its first 11 shots. Chan- Hollis-Jefferson led Brooklyn with we have big plans, we want to be a dler carried Denver in the third with 16 points at the half as the Nets took playoff team and when you have two Continued from Page 53 14 points as the Nuggets took a 100- a 63-60 lead into the locker room. young guards who are going through thews who struck 34 from 40 balls at 84 lead into the fourth quarter and Brooklyn’s 63 points matched a sea- growing pains at times, it doesn’t the top order as the Windies Women never looked back. son-high for points in the first half make it always easy.” Juancho Hern- made 159 off their 20 overs. “I thought that third quarter was previously done in the season opener angomez (mononucleosis) was out. In reply, Sri Lanka could only man- phenomenal,” Malone said. “That was against Indiana. Emmanuel Mudiay Nets: Coach Kenny Atkinson said age 128 for five off their 20 overs by far our best quarter of basketball led Denver with 15 points at the half. DeMarre Carroll (right ankle sore- despite half centuries from wicketkeep- on both ends of the floor. We out- Brooklyn’s 36 first quarter points ness) and Quincy Acy (left groin er Rebecca Vandort (50) and Shahikala scored them 40-21 and to hold them marked its most in an opening period strain) are day-to-day. Jeremy Lin Siriwardene (50). to only 40 percent for the game was this season. (right knee) was also out. ... Timofey Matthews claimed four for 18 from terrific.” Mozgov has now made two 3-pointers four overs with her off-spin. While the third quarter was Den- TIP-INS in seven games, which is more than The series sweep came after their 3-0 ver’s best quarter of the season, it Nuggets: Malone believes his young he totaled the previous two. ... Jacob whitewash in the ICC Women Champi- was arguably Brooklyn’s worst of the backcourt will be the key to success Wiley made his NBA debut. onship ODIs two weeks before.

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