It is noteworthy that Garvey first addresses the issue of education, specifically what one does with it. What kind of education has the effect of alienating one from one’s own people? He speaks of the possible use of education to ‘slight, oppress or discourage’ one’s people. The insinuation is that there is a Phd that … More Education
There is such a thing as epistemic poison – A knowledge system and value set that either kills, stifles or redirects and coopts innate creativity to feed the lifeforms that vampirize the soul and its dreams. Such is the education that has its locus in European civilization to the soul of the African. The Indians … More Look for me in the worldwind
When Xi Jinping visited Jamaica in 2009, I was asked to learn and play the Chinese National anthem at his state reception dinner. I remember going to great lengths to ensure that the sound would be as grand as any orchestra he had heard, befitting the occasion. He was then of course Vice-President and although … More Worlds apart
Tude a Indipendens Die, an di uol a wi shudan a selibriet i. But luk ier nou — ou wi fi selibriet wen di muos impuotant ting wi no diil wid dat yet? Wat a di grietes simbol of a nieshan? A no di flag ar antem ar plej yuno, non o dem ting de … More The Feral Anomaly -Di ting we mash wi op evritaim
Inflammation is a word that often brings to mind images of swelling or pain. Chronic inflammation is the hidden force behind the world’s most common diseases, from arthritis and heart disease to neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s. In a way, the body’s inflammatory response is simultaneously an attempt at communication—a signal that something is wrong and … More INFLAMMATION
No doubt, theology will be discussed. No doubt ecclesiology will be considered, and from the rich experience of lifetime engagement at the leadership level of perhaps the most significant church movements of our time. But those conversations that do not eventually address the three challenges voiced at our symposium earlier this month would be utterly … More Caribbean Challenge – Speaking Power to Truth
No war is ever fought because of ideology, whether political or religious. All wars are fought between the very rich and the very poor, or to be more specific, the greedy and the destitute. Ideology in itself, despite the passionate claims of both adherents and detractors is as innocuous and inert as a gun, bomb, … More All in one
I anticipated the problem, so I ought not have been surprised. An associate from Barbados messaged me saying how much he enjoyed the recently held symposium and the rich information disseminated.,,then added “I am no socialist … not even left-leaning’ then confessed that he did not let that get in the way of his thorough … More Left! Right! Left! Right!
Item 1 Exavier Jean Originally from Southern Haiti, this artist has been creating art for more than 10 years. Throughout his artistic journey, he has developed a strong interest in reproduction and figurative art, dedicating much of his work to producing and recreating portraits, particularly those that highlight African ethnic features and identity. Item 2 … More Haitian art for sale
The excitement of dreams is to live them. To really live them out to the fullest. ‘Be all you can be,’ they say. Recurring dreams are like an itch you need to scratch but cant reach its location. They nag at you for notice until they have your attention. Walk with me will you as … More The Dream
