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Outgoing Chief, Lorenzo Sanford<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Kalinago Election, when Kalinagos go to the polls to elect a Chief for the Territory, attracts an overwhelming interest among residents. Due in July 2024, this round of elections is fast approaching.<\/p>\n

The \u201cCarib Act of 1978 clearly outlines the powers of the Chief and the duration of his term as Chief, which is 5 years in the first instance. After serving a term, the individual can contest the Election for Chief as often as they wish\u201d<\/p>\n

The last Election was held in July 2019. Therefore July 2024 marks the end of the five-year term for the current Chief, Mr. Lorenzo Sanford. Many individuals are presenting themselves either on Social Media or by public announcement as a viable candidate for the Office. The changing of times have dictated a paradigm shift from men only to the inclusion of women .<\/p>\n

This shift began during the last election in 2019 when for the first time a woman contested the election and only lost by three votes. Three women have made it known to the public that they intend to contest the upcoming election for Chief. Reports are that some Kalinagos are not eager to have a woman as Chief because of the long-standing tradition of male Chiefs. On the other hand, some are supportive of the idea because they see the value in women who can give above-average representation.<\/p>\n

Historically, \u201cOubouto\u201d was the Chief of the Kalinago Society. History relates, \u201cThere are three qualities that a Chief must have: to be a religious leader; be a warrior; and had to have killed several enemy warriors\u201d. Due to these historical beliefs, women traditionally had a difficult time being accepted as \u201cChief\u201d. The position of Chief is not hereditary, meaning that the position was not passed on from father to son. Instead, the Chief was elected on the basis of his power and bravery. The Office of Chief commands profound regard in Kalinago society. As a result, there was a constant rivalry for leadership.<\/p>\n

Under British Colonialism, the title was recognized only as a ceremonial position. In 1953, the ceremonial Chief was changed during the reign of Whitney Frederick (1953- 1959), and replaced as part of an island-wide system of Local Government. For the first time, the Chief was elected democratically by the ballot. Modernization has changed the
\nrole of the modern-day Chief. The concept of the ceremonial Chief is now history. Likewise, on election day, a woman could emerge as Chief and that would be recorded as history, setting a new precedent.<\/p>\n

Given that the community now has higher expectations, they anticipate that a Chief be fluent in computer literacy, and communication skills, be an office and project manager, accountant, fund-raiser, problem-solver, diplomat, and much more.<\/p>\n

This year, many are expected to turn out to elect someone who possesses an impressive skill set and would be able to champion their cause for respect and dignity as an indigenous people.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Kalinago Election, when Kalinagos go to the polls to elect a Chief for the Territory, attracts an overwhelming interest among residents. Due in July 2024, this round of elections is fast approaching. 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