The Kalinago community is being encouraged to highlight its rich Kalinago heritage in Dominica.
This advice came from Minister of the Environment, Rural Modernisation, and Kalinago Upliftment, Cozier Frederick as the Kalinago community joins the rest of the world to observe World Indigenous Peoples Day today.
“We must continue to highlight our rich Kalinago heritage here in Dominica and that of other indigenous communities around the world,” he said. “We must specifically emphasize the vital role that youth play in shaping the future of our communities and the planet.”
Frederick continued, “we acknowledge and honour our Kalinago culture; we must also recognize that it is the youth who hold the key to preserving and revitalizing these traditions for years to come.”
He added, “Our generation stands at a crossroad in history where we have the opportunity and responsibility to champion the fight against climate change.”
According to him, the connection between indigenous knowledge and sustainable practices is undeniable, and the youth are uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between tradition and innovation.
“Through education, activism, and collaboration we can amplify our indigenous voices, ensure our rights are respected, and work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable world.”
Frederick went on to say, by embracing the lessons of the past the Kalinago people will forge a path towards a future where the indigenous community thrives, its culture flourishes and the planet is protected for generations to come.
“Let us remember that our actions today will determine the legacy we leave for the youth of tomorrow,” he stated. “As we celebrate World Indigenous People Day let us commit to be advocates for change, champions of justice, and stewards of the environment.”
Furthermore, he stated that the empowerment of youth is not just an aspiration, but a necessity.
“This is because it is through our passion, dedication, and collaboration that we can truly make a difference in our lives,” Frederick noted.
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is celebrated annually on August 9. It was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1994, in resolution 49/214. The date marks the first meeting, in 1982, of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations. The day provides an opportunity for indigenous peoples to share their perspectives and concerns on a global stage. It also aims to promote a better understanding of indigenous issues among governments, non-governmental organizations, and the general public.
The theme for this year’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is, “Indigenous Youth as Agents of Change for Self- Determination.”
No wonder UWP used the Kalinago people as LSB RATS.The introduced the hospital user fee,the Kalinago people suffered the most.The Labour party removed it.There was no NEP before Labour,a number of the Kalinago people are employed.There was no FREE housing,a number of the Kalinago people got FREE houses.There was no Yes We Care,a number of the Kalinago people are being taken care of paid for by the Labour party government.A number of the Kalinago people are getting $300 monthly,,something put in place by the Labour party.There was a $10,000,000 water project for the Kalinago people under UWP.UWP gave the project to the chairman of the board of directors of Dowasco,Clive Royer.The project was never completed.It is ALLEGED the money was used to buy residential land in Mahaut
If you say nothing is happening to the KALINAGO people in a positive way,you must be in jail in a foreign land for more than 20 years.LIAR.
Any mention of the employment rate on the reservation? And thanks Henry Hesketh Bell
I’m trying to figure out what this guy actually does day to day when he’s not spouting hot air and giving meaningless speeches. Together with his paid political stooge, the Chief, nothing is happening in a positive way for Kalinago people.
Sir, you betrayed your own people. How about that? Never mind Kalinago heritage!
Just more damn empty talks with no damn solution to the real issues