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Color him father George Yap is Dad in charge
Family ties... Andrew and Livingston Yap
by Karyl Walker
The most lasting impression Livingston 'George' Yap has made on his four children is his never-say-die attitude and indomitable spirit. Seventy-six year-old Yap, head of LEASA Industries, has been part of the South Florida business landscape for forty years. And despite facing challenges and disappointments in building his business, has always found time to bond with his children. According to his son Andrew, the patriarch of the Yap clan has passed on many positive traits that have shaped him and his siblings' outlook on life. “I have learnt from him the value of hard work, perseverance and never giving up. When things were turning sour in Jamaica, my parents decided to leave for Florida. They only had $50 in their pockets, things were tough. It was very, very difficult but he kept on going. Until this day he will keep on going,” Andrew Yap said. Like many Jamaicans, the Yaps migrated during the 1970s, a period of political turmoil in Jamaica.
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An event for 'ordinary' People Before the opening of LEASA
Their first business venture was growing bean sprouts. Over time, the Liberty City-based business evolved into manufacturing natural products. LEASA grows bean and Alfalfa sprouts and are the largest manufacturers of tofu in Florida. Data released from the Soyfood Industry and Market Report ranks the company among the top twenty in the United States with an annual revenue of $5.7 million. Andrew is the eldest of four children; his siblings are Sean, Allison and Lisa. The acronym LEASA represents members of the continues on A6 – Yap
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The second People Profile Awards takes place on Sunday at Bailey Hall in Davie, Broward County. Several persons who have contributed to South Florida's Caribbean community, will be recognized. But it is two veteran Jamaican entertainers who have pride of place --actor/comedian Oliver Samuels and deejay Michigan. A6 – Ordinary People Van Niekerk
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Calabar Link Up Mars Auto where Cbar old boys connect. – Contributed
Lucky Winners Jamaica's Consul General Franz Hall (3rd le ) sharing spotlight with the winners of the Grace Jamaica Basket, Mr. and Mrs. Julian Smothers (le ) at the cultural event last Saturday (June 10) hosted at the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) to celebrate Caribbean-American Heritage Month and Jamaica's 55th anniversary of Independence. Looking is Ms. Marie Vickles, Associate Director of Educa on, School, Outreach and Studio programs (PAMM). – Contributed
Becoming One With Art A guest throws himself into the artwork of Mark Cameron at the recent “Our Caribe Journey” Exhibit in the Ansin Family Art Gallery at the Miramar Cultural Center. On exhibit were the works of Richard Blackman, Mark Cameron, and David Muir. Photo credit: Leo Gilling
Caribbean American Heritage Month in Atlanta (l-r) Courtney McFarlane president CaribbeanAmerican Advancement Founda on and PR Chair for the Atlanta Jamaican Associa on; Clover Hall Assistant Secretary Atlanta Jamaican Associa on; Simone "Jamaican Hurricane" Edwards former WNBA player and 2017 Spokesperson for Na onal Caribbean American Heritage Month; Sandra Gammon Treasurer of Atlanta Jamaican Associa on, Dr. Apollone Reid Board Member of Atlanta Jamaican Associa on...Bruce Moolonaar, S ll dancer from Caribbean Dancers of Atlanta. – Contributed
Wolmers Girls WAVS Radio host Pat Montague (center), enjoys an evening out with fellow Wolmerians, Cleo Mills (le ) and Alexandra Davis. – Contributed
In Loving Memory The US Navy bestowed Military Honors on Gary “Woungie” Woung during his memorial service, at Forest Lawn in Davie. Here, a Navy Officer presents Woungie's widow, Michelle, with the folded US flag as their sons, family members, and friends look on. Photo credit: Gail Zucker Photography
Young Residents of Miramar These young Miramar residents were given a special treat by Mayor Wayne Messam as they sat in his chair at a recent Mayor's Bus Tour. – Contributed
Juneteenth Celebra on City of Lauderdale Lakes Commissioner Sandra Davey (4th from right) and Mayor Hazelle Rogers (3rd from le ) recognizes 92-year-old Dr. Eunice Cason Harvey (center) as a trailblazer, at the recent Juneteenth Celebra on (a celebra on of freedom, celebra ng emancipa on) in City Hall. L-r: City A orney James Brady, Commissioner Beverly Williams, Vice Mayor Veronica Edwards Phillips, Commissioner Gloria Lewis, and City Manager Phil Alleyne. – Contributed Guyanese Town Hall Mee ng Guyanese Patrons and Friends of Guyana held a Cocktail Recep on and Town Hall Mee ng this past weekend at a private residence, featuring special guests Hon. Amna Ally, MP, Senior Minister of Social Protec on, Hon. Volda Lawrence, MP, Senior Minister of Public Health, Hon. Consulate Ramzan Roshanali, and Wesley Kirton, – Contributed
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Jamaica’s stalwarts take a bow by Kathy Barrett
An era in Jamaican politics will end this month when two stalwarts, former Prime Minister and leader of the People's National Party Portia Simpson Miller and Dr. Omar Davies, officially resign their parliamentary seats. On Tuesday, the leader of Opposition Business in the Jamaican Parliament, Phillip Paulwell, made the announcement to parliamentarians. Simpson Miller and Davies will officially resign from parliament on June 29 and had indicated their decision to resign through letters of intent. “In accordance with our laws, such resignations once handed to the Speaker become immediately effective, hence today's letters of intent and not letters of resignations,” the PNP indicated by way of a release.
According to Paulwell, Jamaica is “witnessing the beginning of a historical changing of the guard when two sitting members of adjoining constituencies shall simultaneously take their bow on June 29, 2017, and so we wish them good health and strength in their retirement years.” He added that, “At a future date, the Parliament will pay tribute to both members for their services to the people, the Parliament and Jamaica.” Simpson-Miller, 72, is the longstanding Member of Parliament representing the Southwest St. Andrew constituency from 1976. In 2006, she succeeded Percival J. Patterson as leader of the PNP and Prime Minister. She served in that position from March 2006 to September 2007,
Davies, 70, is a former academic and MP for South St. Andrew, an infamous PNP garrison. He served as Minister of Finance 1993 to 2007, and Minister of Transportation and Works from 2012-2016.
Simpson-Miller, 72, is the longstanding Member of Parliament representing the Southwest St. Andrew constituency from 1976. In 2006, she succeeded Percival J. Patterson as leader of the PNP and Prime Minister. She served in that position from March 2006 to September 2007, and for a second term from January 2012 to February 2016.
Davies and Simpson Miller at the opening of the PJ Patterson Highway in Jamaica
and for a second term from January 2012 to February 2016. She led the PNP to its shocking defeat in the 2016 general election, and resigned as PNP leader and Leader of the Opposition early this year. Davies, 70, is a former academic and MP for South St. Andrew, an infamous PNP garrison. He served as Minister of Finance 1993 to 2007, and Minister of Transportation and Works from 2012-2016. In 2006, he was one of the candidates who campaigned in the PNP internal election to succeed Patterson as leader and Prime Minister, but lost to Simpson Miller. With the pending resignations, plans will now be made for byelections in both constituencies. Last July, Senator Mark Golding was elected chairman of South St. Andrew. According to PNP General Secretary Julian Robinson, byelections will be called 100 days after June 29.
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LOCAL Florida health insurance carrier remaining put under Obamacare With news of health insurance carriers pulling out of the market in several states, the situation in Florida is more positive. One of the carriers that has been in the local market a long time indicated it is staying.
“People have heard that some of the major insurers are pulling out, and we wanted to make sure that we were upfront to say that our intention is to stay in every county.” – Jenkins In a statement last week, Florida Blue made known its intention to remain in Florida's health insurance marketplace in 2018. Tony Jenkins, marketing president for Florida Blue's Central Florida Region said, “People have heard that some of the major insurers are pulling out, and we wanted to make sure that we were upfront to say that our intention is to stay in every county.” However, Jenkins did not give any indication if the carrier would be increasing the premium rates of policies it sells under the Obamacare program. Along with the criticisms by opponents of Obamacare that health-insurance carriers are
Recent rains could spawn new Zika outbreak Last week's heavy rains not only brought welcome relief for domestic and commercial water use in South Florida, but improved conditions in which the dreaded Aedes Aegypti mosquito breeds. As a result, there's concern that any explosion in the breeding of these mosquitoes that are carriers of the Zika virus could generate another outbreak in the region. Not wanting to take any chances, since the rains public health officials have sprayed areas where mosquitoes are suspected to breed easily. Cecil Abrahams, a private contractor with the Miami-Dade Mosquito Control Department, says after the prolonged rainy period, water has settled in places which are “definite breeding ground for the Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes. We were concerned that when the rainy season returned, if immediate action wasn't taken this could influence breeding of the mosquitoes resulting in another potential outbreak of the Zika virus. Early, aggressive spraying is necessary to kill the lavae that these mosquitoes hatch in standing water.” In Broward County, the mosquito control division has undertaken preventative spraying in Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Sunrise and Lauderhill. Last year, South Florida was beset by an outbreak of Zika. This was first attributed to visitors from Zika-prone areas in South America and
the Caribbean, but later to cases contracted from mosquitoes in the region. Areas in Miami and Miami Beach were particularly affected. The outbreak resulted in the Center for Disease Control (CDC) issuing warnings to travelers to avoid the Wynwood area in Miami and parts of Miami Beach.
However, intervention by state and local health officials eventually stemmed the outbreak. But health officials cautioned the disease could resurface if control is not taken to stem mosquito breeding during the traditional regional rainy season. Abraham cautions residents that efforts to control mosquito breeding isn't the responsibility of regional health officials only. “It is also the responsibility of every resident to prevent mosquitoes from breeding in their yards, and ensure they dispose of water collected in containers around their yard.”
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Who is your favorite Calypso artist and what is your favorite song from that artist? Donna: Jamaica/Miami – My favorite Calypso artist will always be the Mighty Sparrow. I'm a lover of the old classics; favorite Sparrow song "How you jamming so." My eldest sister introduced me to calypso when I was in preparatory school. I remember vinyls of Sparrow and Byron Lee and the Dragonaires playing in our home. She made every effort to attend Trinidad Carnival or the local Byron Lee Concerts. Calypso brings back wonderful memories of my full of life, fun loving and carefree sister. Michael: Trinidad/Coral Springs – David Rudder, he never sacrifices melody for lyrics and vice versa. He can be very poignant in his political commentary, yet tie it in to this sweet, scintillating sound, with occasional off-beat rhythms. 'Calypso Music' – sweet melody 'with lyrics to make a politician cringe and turn a woman's belly into jelly.' It encompasses the full spectrum of what calypso is, and sources deep into that Trini soul, where you can't help but close your eyes and lose yourself to this mastery of music. Dennis: Trinidad/Plantation – The David Rudder selection would remain my hands-down choice, and for the same reasons cited (by Michael). That tune continues to resonate “in my own Caribbean belly” through today and each time I play it or hear it. Good commentaries. Errol: Jamaica/Plantation – The Baron, love his unique voice and all his songs. Calypso music needs more global exposure. The music is very attractive with the vigorous enduring dance moves of wiggling and wining the body line. Milard: Trinidad/Coral Springs Lord Kitchener. His writing, his lyrics and his ability to deliver such a high level of musical genius. His works transcend all ages and cultures and his works are magically adaptive to the steel band. My favorite song of his is 'Toco Band.’ Andy: Trinidad/Sunrise – David Rudder because he sings from reality, with passion. His lyrics makes one stop for a moment and ponder. My favorites are 'Trini to D Bone,' among others like 'The Hammer,' 'Rally round the West Indies,' etc. Vernon: USVI/West Palm Beach – Arrow. Always love his voice and he was an awesome entertainer. The song 'Feeling Hot Hot Hot' is my favorite. I've been exposed to Calypso since the early 70's, and I have always just enjoyed relaxing on a Saturday listening to his music. I always hate the fact that he didn't get the full credit for the song in the mainstream, up to today, so many still think that Pointdexter was the original person that sang that song. Pointdexter's version has always been the version played on the airways. Marco: Jamaican/Pembroke Pines – Machel Montano; the energy in his music, his performance, and pretty much where he has taken soca music – to a different level, a more up-tempo level. I've been going to Carnival in Trinidad for years, my first Carnival was in 1987 and from then, I've been sold and kept going back. The last one was in 2010. No more energy for it – too old now. My favorite song? Machel was a part of Atlantik who did it back then, 'All Aboard, Ship Ahoy.’ Denyse: Trinidad/Plantation – I would say Bunji Garlin. I totally love his lyrics, his beats, and the rhythm is unique and original. I love the originality. My favorite song is 'Red Light District.' I am a Viking!!
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Father's Day make some men feel guilty As it was on past Father's Days, on June 18 something very unusual will take place. Many women – although Mother's Day was celebrated last month – will receive Father's Day greetings. This is because so many children are being raised by mothers who also assume the role of fathers. In 1957, Jamaican anthropologist Edith Clarke wrote a ground-breaking book, “My Mother Who Fathered Me,” which drew attention to the absence of fathers in the life of Jamaicans in three communities. Clarke noted a large percentage of children were being raised by single mothers who in the absence of their 'baby fathers' also struggled in the latter role. The title and message of that book is still sadly relevant in today's society, not only in Jamaica, but globally. In 1966, President Lyndon Johnson issued a presidential proclamation honoring fathers, making the third Sunday in June to be commemorated as Father's Day. Today, Father's Day is celebrated internationally to honor 'Real Fathers.' A real father isn't one who boasts to having impregnated multiple women but do little or nothing to support their children. No, real fathers boast to their peers of working hard to support their children financially and emotionally every step of the way. A British writer wrote that Father's Day is the most “guilt- ridden” day for men who for the other 364 days have ignored their children.
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Yap family who were born at the time of its genesis. Livingston, his wife Enez, (now deceased), Andrew, Sean and Allison. Andrew admires his father's calm demeanor under pressure. “He is always looking on the bright side of things. No matter how hard it was he would not let his children feel that. We were always in school. He was very protective and a very comforting parenting figure,” he said. LEASA Industries currently employs 30 persons. According to Andrew Yap, George is more than their boss. “Many of them look up to him as a father figure. He will give you the shirt off his back,” he said.
“It may be surprising, but these men actually have consciences although they fail in their responsibility as fathers. The hype around Father's Day prick their conscience. But then the day passes, and they simply resort to ignoring their children.” A survey conducted by a US telephone company in 2014 indicated the most collect calls via the company's service, were made on Father's Day. It's a sad commentary that the most popular Father's Day gift some men receive is from their various children paying for their collect calls. But at least these men made the attempt to reach out to their kids on Father's Day. There are still a large percentage of men who have no idea how to get in touch with their children on Father's Day or any other, because they never concerned themselves with keeping in touch with those kids. Then there are men who take respite in being “Telephone Dads”, satisfied in calling their child/children occasionally to keep in touch. While this is better than not calling the child whatsoever, it's not the same as visiting and interacting with various aspects of that child's life. The child should know he is able to see his/her father when the need arises. A young Miramar woman recently told her friend she's grateful for the Wifi/Internet application, 'WhatsApp', because it enables her to have video calls with her father in Georgia and know what he looks like. That's also a sad commentary. There's also the problem of men who spite and ignore their children because of disputes with the children's mother. Despite urgings by society, some men fail to accept that the absence of a relationship, or a bitter relationship, with their child/children's mother shouldn't deter them from having positive
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relationships with their children. The children are not at fault. They need the love and attention of their father, despite the lack of a relationship between father and mother. Unfortunately, society is partially responsible for the disconnect between fathers and their children. Men are perceived to represent emotional aloofness, power, money, bravado, instead of love, nurturing, bonding and commitment. Thankfully, not all men are cold, without emotion, and all about money and power. Our community is still blessed with men who are positive role models for their children, their family, and the community. These men are to be highly commended and encouraged to reach out to their brothers who are struggling to be good fathers and guide them to improve in the areas where they may be weak. Good people, good fathers, can help other people, other fathers to become better people, real fathers. The society needs good fathers to help mold it to become a stronger society for future generations.
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Samuels will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award while Michigan (real name Anthony Fairclough) is recipient of the Special Award. Samuels is a giant of Jamaican theater. He has appeared in countless plays, mainly comedies, spanning forty-odd years. Michigan made his name as part of the duo, Michigan and Smiley. Their biggest hit songs, which include Nice Up The Dance, No More Uptown Downtown and Diseases, came in the late 1970s and 1980s. Allan Cunningham, head of the People Profile Awards, calls it a “theater-style, Grammy-style, BET-style event that recognizes ordinary people who do extraordinary things.” Fourteen persons will receive awards in as many categories. They include humanitarian, corporate citizen, student of the year and sports person of the year.
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Spending Time with Following a dream is no easy task. Staying true to individual passion is something to be commended, and this is exactly what Haitian entrepreneur Wanda Tima has done in the last five years. In 2011, she launched L'Union Suite.com, a popular Haitian-American lifestyle and entertainment blog site. Born in Cap-Haitian, Haiti, she spent most of her childhood in the Turks and Caicos Islands, later moving to South Florida as a teen where she graduated from Dillard High School. Tima, 33, obtained a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications with a specialty in journalism and public relations from BethuneCookman University, becoming the first person in her family to earn a college degree. As owner of L'union Suite.com, Tima has made the news of the Haitian community accessible to its more than 300,000 subscribers. She is in regular company of celebrities such as boxer Floyd Mayweather, Haitian hip hop star Wyclef Jean and former Haitian President Michel Martelly. In addition, Time has hosted many community-conscious events. “I was inspired by my heritage to paint a beautiful picture of Haiti through L'Union Suite.com and give Haitian-Americans and the Diaspora an opportunity to highlight their progress, achievements and accomplishments in art, business, gastronomy, sports and entertainment,” said Tima. She also partners with organizations like #Hashtaglunchbag to provide food for the less fortunate and bring awareness to the humanitarian work of other local non-profit organizations during Hurricane Matthew which hit southern Haiti last October, killing over 300 people and displacing thousands. Wanda Tima, who visits her homeland an average twice a month, is proud of her Haitian heritage.
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Wanda Time (center) with Haitian kids at the April 22, 2016 welterweight fight between HaitianAmerican Andre Berto and American Shawn Porter at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
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“Being Haitian means coming from a legacy of strength, resilience and pride, utilizing all of my God-given talents and learned skills made available by my parents who did everything in their power to put me in a position to have the best so I can someday leave a legacy and trail of the same for all my Haitian babies coming after me,” she said.
“I was inspired by my heritage to paint a beautiful picture of Haiti through L'Union Suite.com and give Haitian-Americans and the Diaspora an opportunity to highlight their progress, achievements and accomplishments in art, business, gastronomy, sports and entertainment.” – Tima
Wanda Tima honored by the Consulate General of Haiti in Miami
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Eleven people were killed and 15 injured in a vehicular accident in the southern region last weekend.
The World Bank has approved a US$20 million grant to rehabilitate roads and bridges in southern Haiti. It will strengthen the capacity of the country's civil protection to respond to disasters.
The Directorate of Civil Protection (DPC) reports that the accident occurred in the department of Cavaillon. The DPC said that circumstances of the accident are unknown. And the police also reported that on Saturday night, three boys aged between 12 and 14 were killed after they were struck by lightning while playing football. Four others were wounded. The authorities said the injured were taken to a nearby health center. One of them had to be transferred to the University Hospital of Mirebalais. Moise
Venezuela holds talks with Haitian president Venezuela says it will continue providing assistance to Haiti for its socio-economic development.
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“I am completely satisfied with the cooperation with Haiti. We are going to improve it and we will keep the path of cooperation. We have always been together and we will stay together and continue to walk along the same path of dignity and independence,” said Venezuelan Foreign Affairs Minister Delcy Rodrígue, following talks with Haiti's President Jovenel Moïse on Monday. The meeting is part of celebrations marking 153 years of bilateral diplomatic relations between the two countries which was initiated by Alexandre Pétion, Haiti's first President, and Venezuelan statesman Simón Bolívar. Caracas has supported its cooperation with Port-au-Prince through several mechanisms including PetroCaribe, the oil agreement Venezuela has with several Caribbean countries and training of Haitian medical students in Venezuela.
The Washington-based financial institution said that this is the first grant of a US$100 million package of support mobilized by the International Development Association's (IDA) Crisis Response Window for reconstruction after the devastating impact of Hurricane Matthew last October. This financing complements the US$49.5 million mobilized for emergency use from Haiti's existing IDA resources in October 2016, the bank said. More than two million Haitians were affected by the hurricane, which struck on October 4. Reconstruction costs were assessed at US$2.2 billion, or 25 percent of Gross Domestic Product, the World Bank disclosed. Haiti's Minister of Economics and Finances, Jude Alix Patrick Salomon, said the financing from the World Bank “comes at an important moment when the people of Haiti are slowly recovering from Hurricane Matthew.
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Jamaica Diaspora Advisory Board members elected in US and a registry of Diasporans. Reverend Ward said a positive feature in the 2017 election process was collaboration between the three regions. “We were able to learn from one another and develop a singular process,” he said. Another positive feature, the clergyman noted, was the interest shown “by next generations of Diasporans in the Southern US. The numerous queries clearly indicate a readiness of the youth to participate in building the Jamaican Diaspora Movement. This is an experience that cries out for more significant effort starting now.”
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Following recent elections in Jamaican communities in the regions of the Southern US, including Florida, the Northeast and West/MidWest, three members and three alternate members, have been elected to the Jamaica Diaspora Advisory Board. The board, which also consists of representatives from Jamaican communities in Canada and the United Kingdom, advises and collaborates with the Jamaican government on matters pertaining to the Jamaican Diaspora. In the thirteen-state Southern US region, Attorney Wayne Golding of Orlando, was reelected advisory board member and Oliver Falloon-Reid as alternate board member. Golding was first elected to the advisory board in 2014. Elected to represent the Northeast US are Akelia Lawrence-Maitland and Ronald Ingleton as the alternate; and in the Mid/Mid-West region, the 'rep' is Dr. Rupert Francis and Marie Kellier as alternate advisory board member. In the Southern region, according to the Reverend Horace Ward --- rector of Holy Family Episcopal Church in Miami Gardens and coordinator of the Diaspora elections --2,124 voters cast votes via the Internet (766 votes) and by paper ballots (1,358). They voted overwhelmingly for Golding who received 1,844 votes, Falloon-Reid received 267 and South Florida broadcaster Bevan “Duke” Earl 13 votes. Ward said Jamaicans across the 13 states voted, with the majority in Florida, and just two
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in Texas. Thanking voters, Golding said his reelection will allow him to continue with plans for the Diaspora to participate in the improvement of Jamaica's court and justice system and other tangible projects. “Within our own Diaspora region, we will continue to recognize, build out and leverage the strong regional Jamaican Diaspora network for the benefit of Jamaica and Jamaicans,” he said. Falloon-Reid says he would like to see “the establishment of a governing Diaspora Foundation with representation in each region/state to galvanize, inform and build…..a structure that allows for the overall agenda to continue beyond the terms Advisory Board Members and Alternate Board Members serve. He also wants a source of funding for the Diaspora movement, a registry of interested
“Within our own Diaspora region, we will continue to recognize, build out and leverage the strong regional Jamaican Diaspora network for the benet of Jamaica and Jamaicans,
– Wayne Golding
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Transforming America Through Interaction (“TATI”), Inc. was formed after the tragic passing of 19year old Tatiana Renèe McIntosh in 2007. This year, the 10th anniversary of her passing, the non-profit organization continues to serve youth from the Caribbean-American community by providing safety awareness, scholarship opportunities and a summer mentorship program while promoting CaribbeanAmerican culture.
Back row (l-r): Cary Ragbeer (Advisory), Garfield Wright, Georgia Wright, Dave Smith, Albert Lettman (President), Philip Ragbeer. Front row (l-r): Ellagene Smith (Vice President), Idania Morris (Rebecca's Mom), Rebecca Yap (scholarship winner), Tanya Ragbeer, Carlton Golding (Treasurer)
The history of this location is so rich. It opened as a segregated beach over 30 years ago, and was renamed last year after the rst blacks to desegregate the beach. It is a tting place, to not only celebrate our Caribbean heritage, as we are a colorful people, but also to hopefully understand and honor what transpired here.” – Tanya Ragbeer TATI, Inc. held its annual Family Fun Picnic on Dania Beach last weekend at the Dr. Von D. Mizell and Eula Johnson Park (formerly John U. Lloyd Beach State Park). The event draws a truly diverse crowd, and this recent gathering was no exception. “This is a fitting location,” says founder, Tanya Ragbeer, mother of Tatiana, who was there with her husband Cary and youngest daughter Katrina. “The history of this location is so rich. It opened as a segregated beach over 30
years ago, and was renamed last year after the first blacks to desegregate the beach. It is a fitting place, to not only celebrate our Caribbean heritage, as we are a colorful people, but also to hopefully understand and honor what transpired here.” The annual Caribbean-American Heritage Youth Essay Competition prize was awarded to Pompano Beach High School 11th grader, Rebecca Yap. “I basically wrote in my essay that I wanted
to be in Jamaica in the 1960s. My dad moved to America from Kingston when he was 12, so Jamaica, my culture, is a big part of my life. I grew up listening to reggae and Bob Marley, and that was right after independence and was a great time for the island socially and economically,” she said. The event had music by popular DJ Mark Swaby, games, prizes and surprises. Surprise guest Stephen “Cat” Coore of Third World came out to “chill,” and had a special message for Caribbean-American youth. “Everyone just have to know sey 'we are who we are,' and just keep it that way; don't try to be anybody else.” Fitting statement, as they celebrated Caribbean-American Heritage Month and Tatiana, who was passionate about uplifting our youth, and for uniting Caribbean countries in Florida.
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Jamaicans Trinidad & urged to reject Tobago PM child labor condemns Director of the Child Labour attack on priest Unit in Jamaica, Marva Pringle-Ximinnies, has called on Jamaicans to reject child labor and report suspected cases to relevant authorities. “I think, culturally, we have become accustomed to seeing children in places that they are not supposed to be, especially during school hours and for some reason, it is considered to be normal. We should not buy from them, because we would be supporting child labor. “However, that is the dilemma we face, because they are doing it out of need in a lot of the situations, but the best thing to do would be to advise the authorities,” PringleXiminnies said. She made the call ahead of World Day Against Child Labour (WDACL) observed on Monday, June 12 under the theme 'In Conflicts and Disasters – Protect Children from Child Labour'. Pringle-Ximinnies said that while Jamaica is not vulnerable as other countries, its people are not exempt from natural disasters, which have displaced several families. She noted that child labor is a form of child abuse and the public must be vigilant in protecting children who they suspect may be victims.
Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley has condemned the attack and robbery of a popular Roman Catholic priest, who has been working with youth to fight crime and violence in the twin-island republic. Father Clive Harvey was robbed at gunpoint as he prayed at the Holy Rosary/St. Martin's Church in east Port of-Spain by three men early Monday. In a statement, Rowley said the attack on Father Harvey “by ablebodied, gun-toting men sadly repreHarvey sents the worst that exists within our communities.” A statement issued by the Archdiocese of Port of Spain noted that Father Harvey was tied up and robbed by three men who threatened to kill him.
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Becoming a U.S. Citizen
Overview of the Naturalization Process Millions of permanent US residents (Green Card holders) have been scrambling to file for Naturalization over the past year, especially following the 2016 presidential elections. As a result, processing times have increased, taking nearly a year in some jurisdictions. So, permanent residents whose goal is to become US Citizens are well advised to avoid delays, by filing for Naturalization sooner, rather than later.
6. Attend your Naturalization Ceremony, surrender your Green Card, take your Oath of Allegiance to complete the process of becoming a US citizen and receive your Naturalization Certificate the same day. 7. Apply for your US Passport. Once you receive your Certificate of Naturalization, you can immediately apply for a US passport. You will receive an application for a US passport at your naturalization ceremony, called the “US Citizenship Welcome Packet” or you can go online to the US Passport office 8. Register to Vote! Once you are a US Citizen, it is your right and privilege to vote. You can register to vote at certain locations in your community, which may include post offices, motor vehicle offices, county boards of election, and offices of your state Secretary of State. You can read more about registering to vote by reading the government publication: “A Voter’s Guide to Federal Elections".
Here’s a brief overview of the process to Naturalize and the common steps to take once you become a US Citizen: 1. Complete and file your Naturalization application (called form N-400) using Express or Priority Mail; 2. Get a receipt from the USCIS within 10 days and go online and sign up for case updates on the USCIS website, using the case number on your receipt;
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Child custody in Florida by Attorney Yanique L. Otto
This article maybe very relevant as we prepare to observe Father’s Day on June 18, as so often men are involved in custody battles related to their child or children. Scenario:
You had a child with someone. Maybe you were married, maybe not, but for whatever reason, the relationship has disintegrated, and you’re going your separate ways. Both parties want full custody of the child. Here’s what you need to know: In Florida, we refer to joint custody arrangements as time-sharing. Typically, the court prefers a shared custody arrangement, allowing both parents quality, liberal time with their child. In making the determination regarding time-sharing, Florida courts are governed by the “best interest of the child” standard. The court weighs several factors in determining what is in the best interest of the child --whether he should spend the majority of his time with the Mom or Dad, or whether timesharing should be equally divided. The statute that governs this lists over twenty factors that must be considered by the court in reaching this decision. Here are a few factors that a judge would use to render a decision:
Ÿ The mental, physical and
emotional health of the parents Ÿ History of any child abuse, domestic violence, child neglect or abandonment, Ÿ Parent’s ability to respond to the needs of the child, and not his or her own needs. Ÿ The stability of the home that each parent can provide for the child. Now, back in the day, it used to be presumed that the mother was in the best position to care for the child. The father would have limited rights, usually given, at most, weekend visitations, or every other weekend.
You should know that this is no longer the presumption under Florida Family Laws. Both parents are deemed equally fit and qualified to provide care for their children. It doesn’t matter that one parent does not want the other parent to see the child, for moral or other reasons --- things like smoking, drinking, too much partying, multiple sexual partners, and so on. That parent would have to show, under the law, that the other parent is unfit to raise a child, based on factors listed in the statute.
Here’s the bottom line: Creating an effective time-sharing plan is a fairly nuanced process, but a competent attorney can assist you in navigating this kind of matter. If you’re facing a divorce, a child support or child custody issue, contact an attorney. We can help!
Controversial immigration bills pending could lead to mass deportations In the midst of all the controversy surrounding Donald Trump and his erupting daily scandals, the Republican held Congress is quietly busy behind the scenes devising legislation based upon Trumps mandate to crack down on Immigrants and reduce overall immigration. With most news coverage focused on the Russian investigation and Trumps daily tweets, even controversial legislative efforts aren’t garnering much attention these day, which is the case with several Immigration Bills recently introduced into the House of Representatives. The Enforcement Act H.R. 2406, Immigration and Customs Enforcement Authorization Act, introduced by Republican Bob Goodlatte and the DavisOliver Act, H.R. 2431, introduced by Republican Republican Raul Labrador, while purporting to secure and protect Americans from dangerous criminal Immigrants and “job stealers”, would among other things, criminalize “unlawful status”, making it a crime to be in the U.S. without current legal immigration status (even overstaying a visa), make drunk driving a deportable offense, and result in deportation of millions of Immigrants. The legislation would further substantially increase both federal and local immigration enforcement, encourage States and local law authorities to act as Immigration enforcement forces, mandate social media vetting for Visa applicants and increase Visa refusals. You can read the Bills and articles about the proposed legislation by visiting www.Immigratetoday.com and clicking on the Immigration Newsletter link.
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It's been 57 years since The Shirelles soared up the charts with Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow, a soul ballad about teen heartbreak. Recently, South Florida singer Sasha Dias put a reggae spin on the timeless song. Her version was released last week; it is produced by Willie Lindo whose Heavy Beat company has commandeered hit songs by Dennis Brown, Beres Hammond and Boris Gardiner. Dias, who had a number one hit late last year with her take on Olivia Newton John's Borrowed Time, said she was excited to cover Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow, seeing that it is from an era she admires. “I love music from the sixties, especially when I can put my spin on it,” she said. Lindo also produced Borrowed Time. He called on some of reggae's top musicians to play on Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow, including keyboardist Robbie Lyn and bassist Lloyd Parks. Dias is preparing to release her second album in July. She said it contains other covers as well as originals written by Lindo and Sean Vernon. Fans get the opportunity to see Sasha Dias in concert this weekend. She performs on the Corpral Del play which will be held at North Miami Beach Performing Arts Center (Saturday) and Coral Springs Center For The Arts on Sunday.
Giving Back! Caribbean Culture Village continues to assist the needy by Karyl Walker
Students in the Caribbean and South Florida will again benefit from the Caribbean Heritage Cultural Village, to be held at Lauderhill Sports Park on June 25. Organized by the Galleon Foundation, the festival is in its third year. It will feature performances from Caribbean and South Florida artists. Chief Executive Officer of the Galleon Foundation, Lindell Douglas, told Caribbean National Weekly that the event was conceptualized to give back to the Caribbean community, which he said contributes to the development of many successful individuals and entities. The festival, he noted, is held in June to mark Caribbean American Heritage Month. “We decided to host this event to give back to the communities that gave to us. We have partnered with the City of Lauderhill and the proceeds will go towards the Galleon Foundation Scholarship Fund. A number of schools in Jamaica, St. Vincent and Florida are given assistance every year,” Douglas disclosed. In Jamaica, the Discovery Bay All Age, New Day All Age, Johnson Mountain Primary School and Kingston College are provided with financial assistance. In addition, a scholarship valued at $5,000 is awarded to a student to attend Florida Memorial University. Winner of the Miss Jamaica Diaspora Beauty Pageant is given a scholarship worth the same amount. “We also make contributions to the Grace and SDaff Foundation that assists the Holy Childhood and Immaculate Conception high schools. We have also partnered with Kevin Lyttle and Patricia Lyttle and will be going to St. Vincent later this year to donate computers to two schools. They have joined the Galleon Foundation,” Douglas said. Lyttle, a native of St. Vincent who Kevin lives in South Florida, is best known Lyttle for the international hit song, Turn Me On. Jamaican dancehall stars Nesbeth and Mr. Vegas, Trinidadian soca star Destra Garcia and singer/guitarist Omari from Nevis are also booked to appear at Caribbean Heritage Cultural Village.
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Students at Immaculate Conception High School in Kingston, Jamaica.
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Willie Stewart
Keeping the beat Willie Stewart never tires of playing the drums, whether at home or teaching the rudiments of rhythm to a packed hall. He did the latter last Saturday at the Perez Art Museum Miami. For the second straight year, the former Third World drummer staged two hour-long classes on African beat. According to Stewart, a full house of 750 turned out for both sessions. “It was magic, everybody from all walks of life with their families had a wonderful and amazing time. They sang, they drummed, they danced they chanted,” Stewart told Caribbean National Weekly. “It was a total interactive, at the same time they got a taste of our Caribbean culture as this event was in celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month.” Stewart began by telling his students names of the different drums and their origins. He started with Africa and the continent's connection to contemporary music in Brazil, Cuba, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago and New Orleans. “Then we play interactive percussive games with the audience. We convert bangs to beats, beats to rhythm and rhythm to music,” he explained. Stewart, who was a member of Third World for 20 years, also delved into the history of music in Jamaica, his homeland. He gave a synopsis of the progression from Mento to Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae and Dancehall. He spoke about the importance of people -- especially of African descent --- knowing that there is more to a drum that just rhythm.
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“I think it is important that all people of Afro descent should at least experience once in their life the power of the drums and the rich connection to our culture and our own heartbeat,” he said. “Drumming is the chord that binds people together, the bridge that opens many cultural doors, helping us to understand who we really are.” – Willie Stewart Willie Stewart (left) with his band, Third World
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Life Of A Ghetto Youth did not disappoint by Dr. Mary “Youth are the future. They are being blessed; if wi don’t teach dem they are doomed to extinction,” said Sizzla at last Saturday’s Life Of A Ghetto Youth show. The Life of A Ghetto Youth Tour commenced at Central Broward Stadium. It was the second time that Sizzla Kalonji has been in South Florida since his US visa was reissued last year and fans were anxious to see him perform. This seven-city tour, put on by Vas Productions, has Sizzla Kalonji and guest stars Marlon Asher, Pressure Buss Pipe, The Fire House Band, Ras Shiloh and Izac King. The first stop was in Fort Lauderdale, then St. Petersburg on June 11. Fans of conscious reggae braved the inclement weather to support the show. They were treated to the melodious sounds of Marlon Asher, Ras Shiloh, Izac King and Orlando Octive. The latter is a Trinidadian soca/reggae artist who did a cameo and left the crowd wanting more. “Di music nice”, said an attendee. Another said, “this yah good music.” Heads bobbing and bodies swaying as Pressure came out in full force with The Firehouse Band and did his thing. Fans gathered round the stage and sang with him every step of the way. When he closed with his signature song, Love and Affection, the crowd raised their voices even louder in unison. Pressure was asked why he joined the tour. He said, “It’s a good opportunity,” adding that it’s important to highlight “youth that come from nothing to something” like himself. Sizzla performed songs from his major albums: Praise Ye Jah, Black Woman And Child and Da Real Thing. Songs like Woman I Need You, Thank You Mama, Just One of Those Days and Words of Divine had the crowd shouting and begging for more. Sizzla performed with non-stop energy and at one point brought his son on stage. He warmed the hearts of his fans and left them in a state of tranquility. He was asked why a tour now what’s the significance. “Cause it ah time, I’m a youth, keep the spirit alive,” he said. Through his Sizzla Youth Foundation, Sizzla supports impoverished youth in his hometown of August Town in Jamaica, promoting peace to minimize crime in the community. Last year, police said that crime was down in August Town in large part due to Sizzla’s influence.
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Legend through something like this, I had to take some time but I knew what I had to do and I knew Germaine (Mason) would want me to do this. This was special,” Bolt told the crowd of 30,000 after the race. Long jumper Mason, who was born in Jamaica but competed for Great Britain, died in a motor accident in Jamaica on April 20. The 30-year-old Bolt was star attraction at the second Racer's Grand Prix which took place at the National Stadium in Kingston. It was a fitting farewell to the greatest track athlete of all time.
They came out in their numbers to see the 'Big Man' and he did not dissapoint. Superstar sprinter Usain Bolt ran, and won, his last race in his native Jamaica on June 10.
Bolt won the sprint double at the last three Olympics and holds world records for the 100 meters (9.58 secs) and 200 meters (19.19 seconds).
Bolt with late friend, Germaine Mason
He won his pet 100 meters in 10.3 seconds, ahead of compatriots, Javaughn Minzie who was second in 10.15 seconds and Nickel Ashmeade third in 10.18 seconds. “I really appreciate you guys for coming out and supporting me. After my friend's death it was really hard for me, I have never been
Donovan McIntosh, a Jamaican living in New York, came home just for the meet. “I've never been so proud to be a Jamaican. I've been watching Bolt run since he was a skinny kid from the country, and it's just amazing to see how much he's grown and accomplished and done for the country in his
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Kohli in charge against Windies Prolific batsman Virat Kohli will captain India on a tour of the Caribbean next week.
WEST INDIES UPCOMING SCHEDULE Jun 23, Fri West Indies vs India, 1st ODI Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad 9:00 AM 01:00 PM GMT / 09:00 AM LOCAL
The Indian team, which will play in Sunday's Champions League final in England, also includes former captain MS Dhoni and batsman Yuvraj Singh. Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant and left-arm wristspinner Kuldeep Yadav have been selected as well. The Indians will play West Indies in five One Day Internationals and a T20 international. The opening match, an ODI, takes place at Queens Park Oval in Trinidad and Tobago. Opener Rohit Sharma and fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah are the only members from the Champions Trophy squad who won’t be playing in the Caribbean. Anil Kumble, the former spinner, will coach the team despite recent rumors that he and Kohli are at odds. India's Squad: Virat Kohli (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Rishabh Pant, Ajinkya Rahane, MS Dhoni (wk), Yuvraj Singh, Kedar Jadhav, Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav and Dinesh Karthik
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CASA League Battle Royale A battle royale is expected in the final of the Caribbean Americas Soccer Association's (CASA) Super League final tomorrow at Lauderhill Sports Park.
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Defending champions Lauderhill Lions will play three-time champions Lauderdale Blazers at 8:15 pm. In the first semi-final on June 3, the Blazers beat Creekers FC 2-1. One week later, Lions edged Rock Island by a similar margin. The curtain-raiser at 6:15 is the Masters League final between champions Old Tymers and Lion Masters. Old Tymers trounced Lauderdale FC 4-1 in their semi-final, while Lion Masters got by Chapel Trail 3-2 on penalties after they played to a 2-2 tie after regulation time. Prior to the Masters match, Lauderdale Juniors will play Spartans FC of West Palm Beach at 4:45.
Jun 30, Fri West Indies vs India, 3rd ODI Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua 9:00 AM 01:00 PM GMT / 09:00 AM LOCAL Jul 02, Sun West Indies vs India, 4th ODI Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua 9:00 AM 01:00 PM GMT / 09:00 AM LOCAL Jul 06, Thu West Indies vs India, 5th ODI Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica 10:00 AM 02:00 PM GMT / 09:00 AM LOCAL Jul 09, Sun West Indies vs India, Only T20I Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica 11:30 AM 03:30 PM GMT / 10:30 AM LOCAL
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