Feb 09, 2021 Editorial – Kaieteur News – Bad news for Guyanese hopefuls
The COVID-19 pandemic only accelerated a trend that had started before. Since 2016, New Yorkers have been leaving the lush attractions of the City for elsewhere; and with the consequence of the first population decline since the decade of the 1970s. This is not good news for either the couple of hundred thousand Guyanese who call New York City their home and place of earning and growing, or for the many Guyanese hopefuls who patiently wait their turn in the emigration line over here, while counting the days until their names come up for that thrilling call.
According to a recent online article, “New York is not dead, but it is on life support” (BBC, January 7), things are bad, really bad. (see article below) Continue reading →
OPINION: Reimagining the Caribbean Diaspora: diversity, equity and inclusion – by Lear Matthews
This article focusses on the English speaking Caribbean Diaspora’s experience within the context of diversity, equity and inclusion in the aftermath of recent societal unrest and institutional realignment in the United States. Informed by a concern for social justice and cross-cultural dynamics, this writer unpacks how this population has been affected by the burden of racism and xenophobia. It highlights a continuation of courageous conversations on the topic (See Guyanese Online: February 20-21, 2021). Continue reading →
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