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CARIBBEAN AMERICAN HERITAGE AWARDS set for FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12th...
17th Annual CARAH Awards to return to J.W. Marriott with Maureen as Honorary Chair and HOST of the Evening. Monty Alexander, Jazz Legend and Haitian-American legislator Marie St. Fleur are two of the nominees slated for honors at what has become America's leading honore event for people of Caribbean heritage. Stay Tuned... |
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JIMMY JEAN LOUIS has been named National Spokesperson for Caribbean American Heritage Month 2010. The Haitian born actor star of HBO Heroes has signed on to be spokesperson for CAHM 2010. He joins Sheryl Lee Ralph who served as Spokesperson since 2006. Read more |
Universal Music recognizes Caribbean American Heritage Month with a message re artistes from the Caribbean such as Shontelle. ICS West Coast representative Marva Herman, President of the Caribbean Heritage Organization, stakes out new ground with with the record industry heavyweight. More to come.
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AFI Silver Theater to host DC Caribbean FilmFest 2010...
This year marks the 10th Anniversary of the DC Caribbean FilmFest and AFI Silver Theater will serve as the Host and main venue for this year's eventl. Read More
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ICS Launches FaithBased Outreach for CENSUS 2010 during Caribbean American Heritage Month
ICS calls on Faith based leaders to urge congregants to be counted in Census 2010. Citing the opportunities for Caribbean Americans to participate in economic recovery efforts of the Obama administration, ICS will convene a meeting of Faithbased leaders with officials from the administration's Office of Faithbased Partnerships. For more information on the CENSUS 2010 ToolKit, please click here. To Register to be invited to the Faith Community Leaders Dialogue with Office of Faith Based Partnerships, please click here.
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Caribbean-American Heritage Month Marks its Fifth Year
In June 2005, the House of Representatives unanimously adopted H. Con. Res. 71, sponsored by Congresswoman Barbara Lee, recognizing the significance of Caribbean people and their descendants in the history and culture of the United States. On February 14, 2006, the resolution similarly passed the Senate, culminating a two-year, bipartisan and bicameral effort. Since the resolution's passage, the White House has issued an annual proclamation recognizing June as Caribbean-American Heritage Month, beginning in 2006 with President George W. Bush. As of 2006, June officially became National Caribbean American Heritage Month, culminating the Campaign led by the Institute of Caribbean Studies Founder and President, Dr. Claire Nelson. This proclamation marks the official recognition that since the 16th Century the destinies of the peoples of the Caribbean and the American continent have been inextricably linked. Through the commemoration of this month, we hope to ensure that America is reminded that its greatness lies in its diversity. Caribbean immigrants from founding father Alexander Hamilton, to journalist Malcolm Gladwell have shaped the American dream.
Celebrate June... Caribbean American Heritage Month
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PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA
"In their pursuit of success, Caribbean Americans exhibit the traits all Americans prize: determination, a devotion to community, and patriotism. They have made their mark in every facet of our society, from art to athletics and science to service. Caribbean Americans have also safeguarded our Nation in the United States Armed Forces."
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CONGRESSWOMAN BARBARA LEE
"Americans of Caribbean ancestry reside in every part of the country. Millions have emigrated from the Caribbean to the United States. Throughout our history, Caribbean-Americans have served our country and contributed to the heritage of the United States through the arts, science, education, business, sports, military and government. The 2009 resolution allows Congress to continue recognizing the important contributions of Caribbean-Americans to our nation's history."
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JUNE 21-24th
The Organization of American States (OAS) and the World Bank/IMF Caribbean Staff Association (CAWI) are among the organizations partnering with ICS to organize events in Washingto DC. Registration for the events will begin on MAY 28, 2010. |
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JUNE 12-18
Since 2004, each June the Institute of Caribbean Studies brings the nation's capital a Taste of the Caribbean through the literature, music and other arts. This year, we have reimagined and renamed the gathering ALLSPICE to reflect the value of art to our lives. ALL SPICE 2010 will provide a sampling of the gourmet delights from the arts and humanities. The legacy of Bob Marley, the 'Melting Pot Blues' of C.K. Gardiner's stage play and much more will be fed to as as a veritable cook-up of written word, spoken word, dance and drama. Registration will open June 1.
Check out our Blog by clicking here.
All....specially. positively. irie. Caribbean. edutainment - that's... ALLSPICE |
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HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY COMPETITION CALLING ALL SOUTH FLORIDA CARIBBEANS...
Since 2006, ICS has partnered with Caribbean community leaders in South Florida to hold the CAHM High School Youth Essay Competition. This year TATI Inc. of Florida will once again produce the cimpetition. This year's theme encourages thinking about how we count as Caribbean. For more information, click here. |  |
LIFESEED: HAITI 2020 VISIONEUR BUSINESS PITCH ...
visioneur ... one who is a visionary entrepreneur
Are you like Marcus Garvey -- a Visionary, and like Earl Graves -- an entrepreneur? Are you passionate about creating a better life for the under served in your community? Are you are convinced that you have an idea that will change the lives of youth in Haiti for the better? The LIFESEED: HAITI 2020 Visioneur Business Pitch Project to be launched this June needs you. Tell us your winning idea for creating a micro-enterprise or social enterprise in Haiti in 3 minutes or less. Your idea could be one of those selected to become a LIFESEED HAITI Project in 2011, and you could win a trip to Haiti. The journey begins in June 2010. Stay Tuned for more details. |  |
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AllSPICE Caribbean American Festival of the Humanities. JUNE 14-18. Come savor the word and sound of he Carubbean artisan. Visit our Blog.
12th ANNUAL CARIBBEAN AMERICAN LEGISLATIVE FORUM, June 24th, CAPITOL HILL. The Forum will include as themes: Green Economy; Haiti; and Immigration Reform. REGSTER HERE
HAITI FUTURES FORUM
Engendering Rural Development 2020, June 11th, Florida A&M, Tallahassee, FL. The dialogue will promote integrated rural development for Haiti with a focus on women. REGISTER NOW
Haiti Youth Visions 2020, June 22nd, World Bank, Washington DC. This Participatory Workshop will facilitate YOUTH (under 35) engagement in a program to support youth in Development in Haiti. REGISTER NOW
BE A SPONSORING PARTNER
PARTNERSHIP PROSPECTUSBecome a Sponsoring Partner! Most of the events for Caribbean American Heritage Month are free and open to the public. Ths would not be possible without the contributions of companies and individuals. Please consider becoming a sponsoring partner.
BE A PRESENTING PARTNER
PRESENTING PARTNERS NEEDED Join the National Commemorative Committee! Many cities and counties are still without official commemorative committees. If you are interested in becoming a member of the National Commemorative Committee and leading the celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month in your city or county, please send email to ics@icsdc.org
BE A MEDIA PARTNER
MEDIA PARTNERS needed Print, Broadcast and New Media Partners are needed to support the growth and development of the commemoration of JUNE as National Caribbean American Heritage Month. Calling all Caribbean American owned media properties to show your pride in your heritage by displaying the Caribbean American Heritage Month Seal and broadcasting the PSAs on your programming. For more information contact press@icsdc.org
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RESOURCES
- For Children
- For Faith Communities
- For Libraries
IMPORTANT LINKS
Caribbean Embassies in the US:
Antigua & Barbuda
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Guyana
Haiti
Jamaica
Trinidad & Tobago
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